Is the Hovawart Better than the Schnoodle as a Pet? Answer…

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Hovawart Versus Schnoodle: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Hovawart and the Schnoodle? 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 Schnoodle 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 Schnoodle.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Hovawart and the Schnoodle 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 Schnoodle. 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 Schnoodle.

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 Schnoodle.

Hovawart versus Schnoodle

Hovawart versus Schnoodle: Overview

Both the Hovawart and the Schnoodle are similar in size. The Hovawart and the Schnoodle are both large-sized dogs.

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 Schnoodle belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.

Hovawart versus Schnoodle: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Hovawart to the Schnoodle 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 Schnoodle

Factor Hovawart Schnoodle
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 10 to 14 years 10 to 15 years
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 5/5
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 3/5
Easy To Train 2/5 4/5
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 3/5
Height 23 to 29 inches 10 to 26 inches tall at the shoulder
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 4/5
General Health 4/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 4/5
Weight 55 to 110 pounds 20 to 75 pounds
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 12.5 years
Price Range No Data $1250 – $2000
Average Price No Data $1720
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 Schnoodle. 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 Schnoodle is 84 out of 125.

Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Schnoodle is a better pet than the Hovawart. So, you should get the Schnoodle!

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 Schnoodle so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

Hovawart versus Schnoodle

The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Hovawart and the Schnoodle

Below is a list of where the Hovawart and the Schnoodle are most different:

  • Hovawarts are not the best dogs for new dog owners. However, Schnoodles are good for new dog owners.
  • The Similarities Between the Hovawart and the Schnoodle

    The Hovawart and the Schnoodle are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Hovawart and the Schnoodle are most similar:

  • Both the Hovawart and the Schnoodle do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Hovawart and the Schnoodle do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Hovawart and the Schnoodle do not get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Hovawart and the Schnoodle are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Hovawart and the Schnoodle are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Hovawart and the Schnoodle have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Hovawart and the Schnoodle are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Hovawart and the Schnoodle do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the Hovawart and the Schnoodle are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Hovawart and the Schnoodle get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Hovawart and the Schnoodle are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Hovawart and the Schnoodle are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Hovawart and the Schnoodle are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Hovawart and the Schnoodle have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Hovawart and the Schnoodle do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Hovawart and the Schnoodle require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Hovawart and the Schnoodle are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Hovawart versus Schnoodle

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Hovawart and the Schnoodle.

    Hovawarts weigh 55 to 110 pounds when fully grown. Hovawarts are 23 to 29 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Schnoodles weigh 20 to 75 pounds when fully grown. Schnoodles are 10 to 26 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Hovawart versus Schnoodle

    The lifespan of Hovawarts is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Hovawarts is 12.0 years.

    The lifespan of Schnoodles is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Schnoodles is 12.5 years.

    Schnoodles live longer than Hovawarts.

    Hovawart versus Schnoodle
    Hovawart versus Schnoodle

    Tolerates Being Alone: Hovawart versus Schnoodle

    Hovawarts do not like to be left alone.

    Schnoodles do not like to be left alone.

    Do Hovawarts shed more than Schnoodles?

    Hovawarts shed moderately.

    Schnoodles do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Hovawart or the Schnoodle

    Hovawarts do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Schnoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Hovawart or the Schnoodle?

    Hovawarts are very easy to groom.

    Schnoodles are very easy to groom.

    Does the Hovawart Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Schnoodle?

    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.

    Schnoodles have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Do Hovawarts Bark and Howl? What about Schnoodles?

    Hovawarts are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Schnoodles are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Can Hovawarts Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Schnoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Hovawarts can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Schnoodles cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Wanderlust Potential: Hovawart vs. Schnoodle

    Hovawarts do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Schnoodles have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Hovawarts Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Schnoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Hovawarts can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Schnoodles can tolerate hot weather.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Hovawart or the Schnoodle?

    Hovawarts do not get along well with other dogs.

    Schnoodles get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Hovawarts good family dogs? What about Schnoodles?

    Hovawarts are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Schnoodles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Hovawarts and Schnoodles?

    Hovawarts get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Schnoodles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Hovawart Easier to Train than the Schnoodle?

    Hovawarts are not easy to train.

    Schnoodles are very easy to train.

    Is the Hovawart Better for Apartment Owners than the Schnoodle?

    Hovawarts do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Schnoodles adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Hovawart or the Schnoodle?

    Hovawarts are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Schnoodles 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:

  • Catahoula Leopard Dog (78 percent match with Hovawart). Here is our comparison of the Schnoodle vs Catahoula Leopard Dog.
  • Spanish Mastiff (81 percent match with Hovawart). Here is our comparison of the Schnoodle vs Spanish Mastiff.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Schnoodle

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Schnoodle 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 Schnoodle:

  • Bordoodle (79 percent match with Schnoodle). Here is our comparison of the Hovawart vs Bordoodle.
  • Cockalier (78 percent match with Schnoodle). Here is our comparison of the Hovawart vs Cockalier.
  • Westiepoo (78 percent match with Schnoodle). Here is our comparison of the Hovawart vs Westiepoo.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Hovawart and how the Schnoodle compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Hovawart and of the Schnoodle to other breeds:

    Hovawart Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Hovawart versus English Springer Spaniel     Hovawart versus Puggle     Hovawart versus Bullmastiff     Hovawart versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle     Hovawart versus Leonberger     Hovawart versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen     Hovawart versus Plott     Hovawart versus Frenchton     Hovawart versus Mudi     Hovawart versus Black Russian Terrier     Hovawart versus Field Spaniel     Hovawart versus Miniature Poodle     Hovawart versus King Shepherd     Hovawart versus Black Russian Terrier     Hovawart versus Pekingese     Hovawart versus Pointer     Hovawart versus Chinese Crested     Hovawart versus Miniature Poodle     Hovawart versus Coton de Tulear     Hovawart versus Italian Greyhound     Hovawart versus King Shepherd     Hovawart versus Pointer     Hovawart versus Kai Ken     Hovawart versus Braque du Bourbonnais     Hovawart versus Sussex Spaniel     

    Schnoodle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Schnoodle versus Bracco Italiano     Schnoodle versus Komondor     Schnoodle versus Lhasapoo     Schnoodle versus Borzoi     Schnoodle versus German Pinscher     Schnoodle versus Dalmatian     Schnoodle versus Yorkipoo     Schnoodle versus Frenchton     Schnoodle versus Alaskan Klee Kai     Schnoodle versus Cavachon     Schnoodle versus German Shepherd Dog     Schnoodle versus Golden Cocker Retriever     Schnoodle versus Greyhound     Schnoodle versus Border Terrier     Schnoodle versus Swedish Vallhund     Schnoodle versus Dutch Shepherd     Schnoodle versus Miniature Poodle     Schnoodle versus Clumber Spaniel     Schnoodle versus Toy Poodle     Schnoodle versus Papipoo     Schnoodle versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog     Schnoodle versus Clumber Spaniel     Schnoodle versus Miniature Pinscher     Schnoodle versus Australian Shepherd     Schnoodle versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever     

    Conclusion: Hovawart versus Schnoodle. 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 Schnoodle better suits you and your family.