Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Hovawart Versus Papipoo: Introduction
- Hovawart versus Papipoo: Overview
- Hovawart versus Papipoo: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Hovawart and the Papipoo
- The Similarities Between the Hovawart and the Papipoo
- Size (Weight and Height) of Hovawart versus Papipoo
- Lifespan of Hovawart versus Papipoo
- Tolerates Being Alone: Hovawart versus Papipoo
- Do Hovawarts shed more than Papipoos?
- Which one drools more, the Hovawart or the Papipoo
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Hovawart or the Papipoo?
- Does the Hovawart Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Papipoo?
- Do Hovawarts Bark and Howl? What about Papipoos?
- Can Hovawarts Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Papipoos Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Hovawart vs. Papipoo
- Can Hovawarts Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Papipoos Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Hovawart or the Papipoo?
- Are Hovawarts good family dogs? What about Papipoos?
- How Kid-friendly are Hovawarts and Papipoos?
- Is the Hovawart Easier to Train than the Papipoo?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Hovawart
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Papipoo
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Hovawart versus Papipoo. Which One is a Better Pet?
Hovawart Versus Papipoo: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Hovawart and the Papipoo? 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 Hovawart and the Papipoo 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 Hovawart and the Papipoo.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Hovawart and the Papipoo 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 Hovawart and for the Papipoo. 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 Hovawart and the Papipoo.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Hovawart or the Papipoo.
Hovawart versus Papipoo: Overview
A very important difference between the Hovawart and the Papipoo is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Hovawart is a large-sized dog while the Papipoo is a tiny-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Hovawart belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs 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.
On the other hand, the Papipoo belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
Hovawart versus Papipoo: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Hovawart to the Papipoo 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 Hovawart and the Papipoo
Factor | Hovawart | Papipoo |
---|---|---|
Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 5/5 |
Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Life Span | 10 to 14 years | 10 to 14 years |
Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 5/5 |
Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 1/5 |
Dog Friendly | 2/5 | 4/5 |
Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 4/5 |
Easy To Train | 2/5 | 5/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Height | 23 to 29 inches | 10 to 11 inches |
Easygoing | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 5/5 |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 2/5 |
General Health | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Intelligence | 4/5 | 5/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 1/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 1/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Weight | 55 to 110 pounds | 6 to 14 pounds |
Average Lifespan | 12.0 years | 12.0 years |
Price Range | No Data | $1500 – $1500 |
Average Price | No Data | $1500 |
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data | No Data |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Hovawart 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 Papipoo. 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 Hovawart is 78 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Papipoo is 87 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Papipoo is a better pet than the Hovawart. So, you should get the Papipoo!
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 Hovawart and the Papipoo so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Hovawart and the Papipoo
Below is a list of where the Hovawart and the Papipoo are most different:
The Similarities Between the Hovawart and the Papipoo
The Hovawart and the Papipoo are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Hovawart and the Papipoo are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Hovawart versus Papipoo
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Hovawart and the Papipoo.
Hovawarts weigh 55 to 110 pounds when fully grown. Hovawarts are 23 to 29 inches when fully grown.
On the other hand, Papipoos weigh 6 to 14 pounds when fully grown. Papipoos are 10 to 11 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Hovawart versus Papipoo
The lifespan of Hovawarts is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Hovawarts is 12.0 years.
The lifespan of Papipoos is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Papipoos is 12.0 years.
Tolerates Being Alone: Hovawart versus Papipoo
Hovawarts do not like to be left alone.
Papipoos do not like to be left alone.
Do Hovawarts shed more than Papipoos?
Hovawarts shed moderately.
Papipoos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Hovawart or the Papipoo
Hovawarts do have a very low tendency to drool.
Papipoos do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Hovawart or the Papipoo?
Hovawarts are very easy to groom.
Papipoos require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Hovawart Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Papipoo?
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.
Papipoos have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Hovawarts Bark and Howl? What about Papipoos?
Hovawarts are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Papipoos are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Hovawarts Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Papipoos Tolerate Cold Weather?
Hovawarts can very well tolerate cold weather.
Papipoos cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Hovawart vs. Papipoo
Hovawarts do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Papipoos do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Can Hovawarts Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Papipoos Tolerate Hot Weather?
Hovawarts can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Papipoos can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Hovawart or the Papipoo?
Hovawarts do not get along well with other dogs.
Papipoos get along very well with other dogs.
Are Hovawarts good family dogs? What about Papipoos?
Hovawarts are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Papipoos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Hovawarts and Papipoos?
Hovawarts get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Papipoos get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Is the Hovawart Easier to Train than the Papipoo?
Hovawarts are not easy to train.
Papipoos are very easy to train.
Is the Hovawart Better for Apartment Owners than the Papipoo?
Hovawarts do not adapt well to apartment living.
Papipoos adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Hovawart or the Papipoo?
Hovawarts are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Papipoos are very good for new dog owners.
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 Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Papipoo
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Papipoo 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 Papipoo:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Hovawart and how the Papipoo compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Hovawart and of the Papipoo to other breeds:
Hovawart Versus Other Dog Breeds
Hovawart versus Silky Terrier Hovawart versus Norwich Terrier Hovawart versus American Eskimo Dog Hovawart versus Affenpinscher Hovawart versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi Hovawart versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Hovawart versus Pointer Hovawart versus Bluetick Coonhound Hovawart versus Shiba Inu Hovawart versus Papillon Hovawart versus Patterdale Terrier Hovawart versus Weimaraner Hovawart versus Borzoi Hovawart versus Manchester Terrier Hovawart versus Harrier Hovawart versus Affenpinscher Hovawart versus Weimaraner Hovawart versus Australian Cattle Dog Hovawart versus Ibizan Hound Hovawart versus Bull Terrier Hovawart versus Kuvasz Hovawart versus Border Collie Hovawart versus Brittany
Papipoo Versus Other Dog Breeds
Papipoo versus Yorkipoo Papipoo versus Doberman Pinscher Papipoo versus Patterdale Terrier Papipoo versus Brussels Griffon Papipoo versus Scottish Terrier Papipoo versus Bearded Collie Papipoo versus Australian Cattle Dog Papipoo versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier Papipoo versus Irish Terrier Papipoo versus Westiepoo Papipoo versus Biewer Terrier Papipoo versus Neapolitan Mastiff Papipoo versus Kishu Ken Papipoo versus Cairn Terrier Papipoo versus Chorkie Papipoo versus Boxer Papipoo versus Lagotto Romagnolo Papipoo versus Lagotto Romagnolo Papipoo versus Catahoula Leopard Dog Papipoo versus Yorkipoo Papipoo versus Saint Bernard Papipoo versus King Shepherd Papipoo versus American Eskimo Dog Papipoo versus Spanish Mastiff Papipoo versus Tibetan Spaniel
Conclusion: Hovawart versus Papipoo. 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 Hovawart and the Papipoo better suits you and your family.