Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Great Dane Versus Hovawart: Introduction
- Great Dane versus Hovawart: Overview
- Great Dane versus Hovawart: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Great Dane and the Hovawart
- The Similarities Between the Great Dane and the Hovawart
- Size (Weight and Height) of Great Dane versus Hovawart
- Lifespan of Great Dane versus Hovawart
- Temperament of the Hovawart Versus the Great Dane
- Tolerates Being Alone: Great Dane versus Hovawart
- Do Great Danes shed more than Hovawarts?
- Which one drools more, the Great Dane or the Hovawart
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Great Dane or the Hovawart?
- Does the Great Dane Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Hovawart?
- Do Great Danes Bark and Howl? What about Hovawarts?
- Can Great Danes Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Hovawarts Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Great Dane vs. Hovawart
- Can Great Danes Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Hovawarts Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Great Dane or the Hovawart?
- Are Great Danes good family dogs? What about Hovawarts?
- How Kid-friendly are Great Danes and Hovawarts?
- Is the Great Dane Easier to Train than the Hovawart?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Great Dane
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Hovawart
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Great Dane versus Hovawart. Which One is a Better Pet?
Great Dane Versus Hovawart: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Great Dane and the Hovawart? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Great Dane and the Hovawart better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Great Dane and the Hovawart.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Great Dane and the Hovawart is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Great Dane and for the Hovawart. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Great Dane and the Hovawart.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Great Dane or the Hovawart.
Great Dane versus Hovawart: Overview
A very important difference between the Great Dane and the Hovawart is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Great Dane is a giant-sized dog while the Hovawart is a large-sized dog.
Furthermore, both the Great Dane and the Hovawart are Working Dogs. This means both the Great Dane and the Hovawart were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.
Great Dane versus Hovawart: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Great Dane to the Hovawart based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Great Dane and the Hovawart
| Factor | Great Dane | Hovawart |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Weight | 100 to 200 pounds | 55 to 110 pounds |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Height | 26 to 34 inches tall at the shoulder | 23 to 29 inches |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 7 to 10 years | 10 to 14 years |
| Average Lifespan | 8.5 years | 12.0 years |
| Average Price | $1560 | No Data |
| Price Range | $1000 – $2000 | No Data |
| Temperament Score | 81.5 percent | 91.7 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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No Data |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Great Dane in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Hovawart. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for the Great Dane is 73 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Hovawart is 78 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Hovawart is a better pet than the Great Dane. So, you should get the Hovawart!
Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Great Dane and the Hovawart so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Great Dane and the Hovawart
Below is a list of where the Great Dane and the Hovawart are most different:
The Similarities Between the Great Dane and the Hovawart
The Great Dane and the Hovawart are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Great Dane and the Hovawart are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Great Dane versus Hovawart
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Great Dane and the Hovawart.
Great Danes weigh 100 to 200 pounds when fully grown. Great Danes are 26 to 34 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Hovawarts weigh 55 to 110 pounds when fully grown. Hovawarts are 23 to 29 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Great Dane versus Hovawart
The lifespan of Great Danes is between 7 to 10 years. The average lifespan of Great Danes is 8.5 years.
The lifespan of Hovawarts is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Hovawarts is 12.0 years.
Hovawarts live longer than Great Danes.
Temperament of the Hovawart Versus the Great Dane
The Hovawart has a better temperament than the Great Dane.
This is because the temperament score for the Hovawart is 91.7 percent while the temperament score for the Great Dane is 81.5 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).
The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.
Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.
The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.
With its temperament score of 81.5 percent, the Great Dane has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 91.7 percent, the Hovawart has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Great Dane and the Hovawart by measuring the temperaments of 314 Great Danes and 24 Hovawarts.
Tolerates Being Alone: Great Dane versus Hovawart
Great Danes do not like to be left alone.
Hovawarts do not like to be left alone.
Do Great Danes shed more than Hovawarts?
Great Danes shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Hovawarts shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Great Dane or the Hovawart
Great Danes have a very high tendency to drool.
Hovawarts do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Great Dane or the Hovawart?
Great Danes are very easy to groom.
Hovawarts are very easy to groom.
Does the Great Dane Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Hovawart?
Great Danes have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Hovawarts have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.
Do Great Danes Bark and Howl? What about Hovawarts?
Great Danes are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Hovawarts are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Great Danes Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Hovawarts Tolerate Cold Weather?
Great Danes cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Hovawarts can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Great Dane vs. Hovawart
Great Danes have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Hovawarts do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Can Great Danes Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Hovawarts Tolerate Hot Weather?
Great Danes can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Hovawarts can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Great Dane or the Hovawart?
Great Danes get along very well with other dogs.
Hovawarts do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Great Danes good family dogs? What about Hovawarts?
Great Danes are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Hovawarts are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Great Danes and Hovawarts?
Great Danes get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Hovawarts get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Great Dane Easier to Train than the Hovawart?
Great Danes are very easy to train.
Hovawarts are not easy to train.
Is the Great Dane Better for Apartment Owners than the Hovawart?
Great Danes do not adapt well to apartment living.
Hovawarts do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Great Dane or the Hovawart?
Great Danes are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Hovawarts are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Great Dane
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Great Dane that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Great Dane:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Hovawart
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Hovawart that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Hovawart:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Great Dane and how the Hovawart compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Great Dane and of the Hovawart to other breeds:
Great Dane Versus Other Dog Breeds
Great Dane versus Shih Tzu Great Dane versus Bernese Mountain Dog Great Dane versus Finnish Spitz Great Dane versus Clumber Spaniel Great Dane versus Pekingese Great Dane versus Treeing Walker Coonhound Great Dane versus Chinese Crested Great Dane versus Treeing Walker Coonhound Great Dane versus West Highland White Terrier Great Dane versus Azawakh Great Dane versus Standard Schnauzer Great Dane versus Tibetan Terrier Great Dane versus Canaan Dog Great Dane versus Frenchton Great Dane versus Puggle Great Dane versus Sussex Spaniel Great Dane versus Spanish Mastiff Great Dane versus Brittany Great Dane versus Fila Brasileiro Great Dane versus Belgian Sheepdog Great Dane versus Kooikerhondje Great Dane versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Great Dane versus Sheepadoodle Great Dane versus Kerry Blue Terrier Great Dane versus Afghan Hound
Hovawart Versus Other Dog Breeds
Hovawart versus Saint Bernard Hovawart versus Shihpoo Hovawart versus American Staffordshire Terrier Hovawart versus Akita Hovawart versus Affenpinscher Hovawart versus Australian Terrier Hovawart versus Welsh Terrier Hovawart versus Shiloh Shepherd Hovawart versus Japanese Chin Hovawart versus Bordoodle Hovawart versus Japanese Chin Hovawart versus Boxer Hovawart versus Labradoodle Hovawart versus Afghan Hound Hovawart versus Australian Kelpie Hovawart versus Neapolitan Mastiff Hovawart versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog Hovawart versus Spanish Mastiff Hovawart versus Puli Hovawart versus Kerry Blue Terrier Hovawart versus Basset Hound Hovawart versus Shihpoo Hovawart versus Bearded Collie Hovawart versus Labrador Retriever Hovawart versus Italian Greyhound
Conclusion: Great Dane versus Hovawart. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Great Dane and the Hovawart better suits you and your family.