Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Hovawart Versus Shichon: Introduction
- Hovawart versus Shichon: Overview
- Hovawart versus Shichon: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Hovawart and the Shichon
- The Similarities Between the Hovawart and the Shichon
- Size (Weight and Height) of Hovawart versus Shichon
- Lifespan of Hovawart versus Shichon
- Tolerates Being Alone: Hovawart versus Shichon
- Do Hovawarts shed more than Shichons?
- Which one drools more, the Hovawart or the Shichon
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Hovawart or the Shichon?
- Does the Hovawart Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Shichon?
- Do Hovawarts Bark and Howl? What about Shichons?
- Can Hovawarts Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Shichons Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Hovawart vs. Shichon
- Can Hovawarts Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Shichons Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Hovawart or the Shichon?
- Are Hovawarts good family dogs? What about Shichons?
- How Kid-friendly are Hovawarts and Shichons?
- Is the Hovawart Easier to Train than the Shichon?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Hovawart
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Shichon
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Hovawart versus Shichon. Which One is a Better Pet?
Hovawart Versus Shichon: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Hovawart and the Shichon? 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 Shichon 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 Shichon.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Hovawart and the Shichon 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 Shichon. 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 Shichon.
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 Shichon.
Hovawart versus Shichon: Overview
A very important difference between the Hovawart and the Shichon is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Hovawart is a large-sized dog while the Shichon is a small-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 Shichon belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
Hovawart versus Shichon: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Hovawart to the Shichon 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 Shichon
| Factor | Hovawart | Shichon |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 14 years | 12 to 18 years |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| 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 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Height | 23 to 29 inches | 9 to 12 inches |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| 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 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Weight | 55 to 110 pounds | 9 to 15 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 12.0 years | 15.0 years |
| Price Range | No Data | $1200 – $2000 |
| Average Price | No Data | $1610 |
| 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 Shichon. 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 Shichon is 95 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Shichon is a better pet than the Hovawart. So, you should get the Shichon!
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 Shichon so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Hovawart and the Shichon
Below is a list of where the Hovawart and the Shichon are most different:
The Similarities Between the Hovawart and the Shichon
The Hovawart and the Shichon are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Hovawart and the Shichon are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Hovawart versus Shichon
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Hovawart and the Shichon.
Hovawarts weigh 55 to 110 pounds when fully grown. Hovawarts are 23 to 29 inches when fully grown.
On the other hand, Shichons weigh 9 to 15 pounds when fully grown. Shichons are 9 to 12 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Hovawart versus Shichon
The lifespan of Hovawarts is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Hovawarts is 12.0 years.
The lifespan of Shichons is between 12 to 18 years. The average lifespan of Shichons is 15.0 years.
Shichons live longer than Hovawarts.
Tolerates Being Alone: Hovawart versus Shichon
Hovawarts do not like to be left alone.
Shichons do not like to be left alone.
Do Hovawarts shed more than Shichons?
Hovawarts shed moderately.
Shichons do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Hovawart or the Shichon
Hovawarts do have a very low tendency to drool.
Shichons do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Hovawart or the Shichon?
Hovawarts are very easy to groom.
Shichons are very easy to groom.
Does the Hovawart Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Shichon?
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.
Shichons 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 Hovawarts Bark and Howl? What about Shichons?
Hovawarts are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Shichons are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Hovawarts Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Shichons Tolerate Cold Weather?
Hovawarts can very well tolerate cold weather.
Shichons cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Hovawart vs. Shichon
Hovawarts do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Shichons 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 Shichons Tolerate Hot Weather?
Hovawarts can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Shichons cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Hovawart or the Shichon?
Hovawarts do not get along well with other dogs.
Shichons get along very well with other dogs.
Are Hovawarts good family dogs? What about Shichons?
Hovawarts are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Shichons are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Hovawarts and Shichons?
Hovawarts get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Shichons get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Hovawart Easier to Train than the Shichon?
Hovawarts are not easy to train.
Shichons are fairly easy to train.
Is the Hovawart Better for Apartment Owners than the Shichon?
Hovawarts do not adapt well to apartment living.
Shichons adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Hovawart or the Shichon?
Hovawarts are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Shichons 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 Shichon
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Shichon 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 Shichon:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Hovawart and how the Shichon compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Hovawart and of the Shichon to other breeds:
Hovawart Versus Other Dog Breeds
Hovawart versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi Hovawart versus Cane Corso Hovawart versus Akita Chow Hovawart versus Irish Wolfhound Hovawart versus Great Dane Hovawart versus Dogue de Bordeaux Hovawart versus Black and Tan Coonhound Hovawart versus English Springer Spaniel Hovawart versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Hovawart versus English Cocker Spaniel Hovawart versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier Hovawart versus Shih Tzu Hovawart versus Havanese Hovawart versus Akita Hovawart versus Akita Chow Hovawart versus Akbash Hovawart versus Belgian Tervuren Hovawart versus Great Pyrenees Hovawart versus Saint Bernard Hovawart versus Tibetan Terrier Hovawart versus Morkie Hovawart versus Harrier Hovawart versus English Toy Spaniel Hovawart versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Hovawart versus Korean Jindo Dog
Shichon Versus Other Dog Breeds
Shichon versus German Pinscher Shichon versus West Highland White Terrier Shichon versus Stabyhoun Shichon versus Portuguese Water Dog Shichon versus Toy Poodle Shichon versus Pharaoh Hound Shichon versus Miniature Pinscher Shichon versus Weimaraner Shichon versus Cesky Terrier Shichon versus Pug Shichon versus Puli Shichon versus Alaskan Malamute Shichon versus English Setter Shichon versus Chihuahua Shichon versus Chinese Shar-Pei Shichon versus Sloughi Shichon versus Puggle Shichon versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog Shichon versus Curly-Coated Retriever Shichon versus Brittany Shichon versus Papipoo Shichon versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier Shichon versus Norwegian Lundehund Shichon versus Estrela Mountain Dog Shichon versus Boston Terrier
Conclusion: Hovawart versus Shichon. 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 Shichon better suits you and your family.