A Detailed Comparison of the Hovawart and the Yorkshire Terrier.

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Hovawart Versus Yorkshire Terrier: Introduction

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

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

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 Yorkshire Terrier.

Hovawart versus Yorkshire Terrier

Hovawart versus Yorkshire Terrier: Overview

A very important difference between the Hovawart and the Yorkshire Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Hovawart is a large-sized dog while the Yorkshire Terrier 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 Yorkshire Terrier belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.

Hovawart versus Yorkshire Terrier: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Hovawart to the Yorkshire Terrier 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 Yorkshire Terrier

Factor Hovawart Yorkshire Terrier
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 5/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 10 to 14 years 12 to 15 years
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 4/5
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 2/5
Easy To Train 2/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 3/5
Height 23 to 29 inches 8 to 9 inches tall at the shoulder
Easygoing 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 4/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 2/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 5/5
Weight 55 to 110 pounds 4 to 6 pounds
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 13.5 years
Price Range No Data $1600 – $2950
Average Price No Data $2420
Temperament Score 91.7 percent 83.7 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cornell DNA Bank
  • DNA Repository
  • Eye Examination- Prior to the onset of breeding, recommend evaluations at 1, 3, and 6 Years of Age.
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Legg-Calve-Perthes
  • Patellar Luxation
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    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 Yorkshire Terrier. 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 Yorkshire Terrier is 76 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Hovawart is a better pet than the Yorkshire Terrier. 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 Hovawart and the Yorkshire Terrier so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    Hovawart versus Yorkshire Terrier

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Hovawart and the Yorkshire Terrier

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

  • Hovawarts do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Yorkshire Terriers adapt well to apartment living.

    • The Similarities Between the Hovawart and the Yorkshire Terrier

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

  • Both the Hovawart and the Yorkshire Terrier do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Hovawart and the Yorkshire Terrier do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Hovawart and the Yorkshire Terrier do not get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Hovawart and the Yorkshire Terrier are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Hovawart and the Yorkshire Terrier are not easy to train.
  • Both the Hovawart and the Yorkshire Terrier are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Hovawart and the Yorkshire Terrier have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Hovawart and the Yorkshire Terrier are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Hovawart and the Yorkshire Terrier 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 Yorkshire Terrier are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Hovawart and the Yorkshire Terrier are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Hovawart and the Yorkshire Terrier are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Hovawart and the Yorkshire Terrier have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Hovawart and the Yorkshire Terrier do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Hovawart and the Yorkshire Terrier require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Hovawart and the Yorkshire Terrier are very playful.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Hovawart versus Yorkshire Terrier

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

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

    On the other hand, Yorkshire Terriers weigh 4 to 6 pounds when fully grown. Yorkshire Terriers are 8 to 9 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Hovawart versus Yorkshire Terrier

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

    The lifespan of Yorkshire Terriers is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Yorkshire Terriers is 13.5 years.

    Yorkshire Terriers live longer than Hovawarts.

    Hovawart versus Yorkshire Terrier

    Temperament of the Yorkshire Terrier Versus the Hovawart

    The Hovawart has a better temperament than the Yorkshire Terrier.

    This is because the temperament score for the Hovawart is 91.7 percent while the temperament score for the Yorkshire Terrier is 83.7 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 91.7 percent, the Hovawart has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 83.7 percent, the Yorkshire Terrier has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Hovawart and the Yorkshire Terrier by measuring the temperaments of 24 Hovawarts and 43 Yorkshire Terriers.

    Hovawart versus Yorkshire Terrier

    Tolerates Being Alone: Hovawart versus Yorkshire Terrier

    Hovawarts do not like to be left alone.

    Yorkshire Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    Do Hovawarts shed more than Yorkshire Terriers?

    Hovawarts shed moderately.

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

    Which one drools more, the Hovawart or the Yorkshire Terrier

    Hovawarts do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Yorkshire Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Hovawart or the Yorkshire Terrier?

    Hovawarts are very easy to groom.

    Yorkshire Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Does the Hovawart Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Yorkshire Terrier?

    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.

    Yorkshire Terriers 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 Yorkshire Terriers?

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

    Yorkshire Terriers bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Hovawarts Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Yorkshire Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Hovawarts can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Yorkshire Terriers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Wanderlust Potential: Hovawart vs. Yorkshire Terrier

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

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

    Can Hovawarts Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Yorkshire Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Yorkshire Terriers cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

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

    Hovawarts do not get along well with other dogs.

    Yorkshire Terriers get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Hovawarts good family dogs? What about Yorkshire Terriers?

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

    Yorkshire Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Hovawarts and Yorkshire Terriers?

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

    Yorkshire Terriers do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

    Is the Hovawart Easier to Train than the Yorkshire Terrier?

    Hovawarts are not easy to train.

    Yorkshire Terriers are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Hovawart Better for Apartment Owners than the Yorkshire Terrier?

    Hovawarts do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Yorkshire Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    Hovawarts are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Yorkshire Terriers 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 Yorkshire Terrier vs Catahoula Leopard Dog.
  • Spanish Mastiff (81 percent match with Hovawart). Here is our comparison of the Yorkshire Terrier vs Spanish Mastiff.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Yorkshire Terrier

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

  • Affenpinscher (74 percent match with Yorkshire Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Hovawart vs Affenpinscher.
  • Lhasa Apso (75 percent match with Yorkshire Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Hovawart vs Lhasa Apso.
  • Lhasapoo (75 percent match with Yorkshire Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Hovawart vs Lhasapoo.
  • Chorkie (83 percent match with Yorkshire Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Hovawart vs Chorkie.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Hovawart Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Yorkshire Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Yorkshire Terrier versus Cairn Terrier     Yorkshire Terrier versus Standard Schnauzer     Yorkshire Terrier versus Basset Hound     Yorkshire Terrier versus Flat-Coated Retriever     Yorkshire Terrier versus Coton de Tulear     Yorkshire Terrier versus Norfolk Terrier     Yorkshire Terrier versus German Wirehaired Pointer     Yorkshire Terrier versus Lhasapoo     Yorkshire Terrier versus Pomchi     Yorkshire Terrier versus West Highland White Terrier     Yorkshire Terrier versus Affenpinscher     Yorkshire Terrier versus Shichon     Yorkshire Terrier versus Tibetan Mastiff     Yorkshire Terrier versus Azawakh     Yorkshire Terrier versus Golden Retriever     Yorkshire Terrier versus German Wirehaired Pointer     Yorkshire Terrier versus Maltese     Yorkshire Terrier versus Papipoo     Yorkshire Terrier versus Dogue de Bordeaux     Yorkshire Terrier versus Bouvier des Flandres     Yorkshire Terrier versus Norfolk Terrier     Yorkshire Terrier versus Afador     Yorkshire Terrier versus Shiba Inu     Yorkshire Terrier versus Shihpoo     Yorkshire Terrier versus Catahoula Bulldog     

    Conclusion: Hovawart versus Yorkshire Terrier. 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 Yorkshire Terrier better suits you and your family.