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Name	Hovawart	German Shepherd	Tibetan Terrier
Origins	Germany	Germany	Tibet
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Group	Guard Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Hovie	Alsatian wolf dog Berger Allemand Deutscher Schäferhund Schäferhund Alsatian	Dokhi Apso Tsang Apso
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Hovawart vs German Shepherd vs Tibetan Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Hovawart vs German Shepherd vs Tibetan Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Hovawart or German Shepherd or Tibetan Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Hovawart or German Shepherd or Tibetan Terrier?	Large Giant	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Hovawart or German Shepherd or German Shepherd? Hovawart vs German Shepherd vs Tibetan Terrier weight comparison:	55 - 90 pounds (25 - 51 kg)	Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg)	18-30 pounds (8.2-13.6 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	55 - 90 pounds (25 - 51 kg)	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)	24 pounds (8.2-13.6 kg)
Height Which is taller, Hovawart or German Shepherd or Tibetan Terrier? Hovawart vs German Shepherd vs Tibetan Terrier height comparison:	23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm)	14-17 inches (36-43 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)	15.5 inches (39.5 cm)

Hovawart vs German Shepherd vs Tibetan Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Hovawart or German Shepherd or Tibetan Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1200	$800-$2000	$1200-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Hovawart or German Shepherd or Tibetan Terrier?	Average: The Hovawart is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Tibetan Terrier is easier than average to get.

Hovawart vs German Shepherd vs Tibetan Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Hovawart vs German Shepherd vs Tibetan Terrier intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability Hovawart vs German Shepherd vs Tibetan Terrier trainability comparison.	Hovawart dogs are easy to train. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Hovawart or German Shepherd or Tibetan Terrier?	Hovawart dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Hovawart or German Shepherd or Tibetan Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Hovawart dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Hovawart vs German Shepherd vs Tibetan Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Hovawart or German Shepherd or Tibetan Terrier? Hovawart vs German Shepherd vs Tibetan Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Devoted Outright Tempered Watchful Reserved	Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful	Energetic Sensitive Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Reserved Amiable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Hovawart dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: German Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Hovawart vs German Shepherd vs Tibetan Terrier?	Average to High: Hovawart dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Tibetan Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Hovawart vs German Shepherd vs Tibetan Terrier social needs comparison:	Hovawart dogs are a social breed. See more.	German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Hovawart dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Hovawart dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	German Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Hovawart vs German Shepherd vs Tibetan Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Hovawart vs German Shepherd vs Tibetan Terrier playfulness comparison:	Average: Hovawarts, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Tibetan Terrier is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Hovawart vs German Shepherd vs Tibetan Terrier?	Low to Average: The Hovawart rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Tibetan Terrier rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Hovawart or German Shepherd or Tibetan Terrier?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Hovawart breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep German Shepherd indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Tibetan Terrier breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Hovawart vs German Shepherd vs Tibetan Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Hovawart dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	German Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Tibetan Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Hovawart or German Shepherd or Tibetan Terrier?	Hovawart dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Tibetan Terrier dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Hovawart vs German Shepherd vs Tibetan Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Hovawart or German Shepherd or Tibetan Terrier?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Hovawart bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Tibetan Terrier bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Hovawart has a low chance of biting somebody.	High 🔼 The German Shepherd has a high chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Tibetan Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Hovawart vs German Shepherd vs Tibetan Terrier mouthiness comparison:	Hovawart dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	German Shepherd dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Hovawart vs German Shepherd vs Tibetan Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Hovawart vs German Shepherd vs Tibetan Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Hovawart vs German Shepherd vs Tibetan Terrier?	The Hovawart is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.	The Tibetan Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Hovawart vs German Shepherd vs Tibetan Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Hovawart vs German Shepherd vs Tibetan Terrier health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Underactive Thyroid	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Blindness Cherry Eye Elbow Dysplasia Diabetes Heart Disease Retinal Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Degenerative Myelopathy Wobbler's Syndrome Panosteitis Hemophilia B Megaesophagus Cushing's Syndrome Lens Luxation Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency Chronic Diarrhea Cruciate Ligament Rupture Digestive Problems Hemophilia A Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Lupus Myasthenia Gravis Nail Bed Disease Osteochondrosis Pannus Paralysis Perianal Fistula Seborrhea Vitiligo	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Hyperthyroidism Distichiasis Lens Luxation
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Hovawart should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The German Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Tibetan Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Hovawart vs German Shepherd vs Tibetan Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Hovawart, German Shepherd and Tibetan Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-14 years The average lifespan of Hovawart: 12 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Tibetan Terrier: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Hovawart vs German Shepherd vs Tibetan Terrier?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Tibetan Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Hovawart vs German Shepherd vs Tibetan Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Hovawart or German Shepherd or Tibetan Terrier? Hovawart vs German Shepherd vs Tibetan Terrier energy level comparison:	Hovawart dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	German Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Hovawart vs German Shepherd vs Tibetan Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Hovawart or German Shepherd or Tibetan Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Hovawart dogs have an average exercise need.	German Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Tibetan Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Hovawart or German Shepherd or Tibetan Terrier?	Hovawart dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	German Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.	Tibetan Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Hovawart vs German Shepherd vs Tibetan Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Hovawart or German Shepherd or Tibetan Terrier?	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1 1/8 to 1 3/8 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Hovawart vs German Shepherd vs Tibetan Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Hovawart has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Tibetan Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Hovawart vs German Shepherd vs Tibetan Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Hovawart vs German Shepherd vs Tibetan Terrier coat comparison:	Silky	Fuzzy	Thick Smooth
Colors What are the original Hovawart, German Shepherd and Tibetan Terrier color?	Black Blonde Golden	Black Tan Red Silver	Black Gray White Silver
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Hovawart or German Shepherd or Tibetan Terrier? Hovawart vs German Shepherd vs Tibetan Terrier grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Hovawart doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Hovawart or German Shepherd or Tibetan Terrier? Hovawart or German Shepherd or {name3 shedding:	Hovawart dogs shed moderately. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Hovawart or German Shepherd or Tibetan Terrier?	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Hovawart vs German Shepherd vs Tibetan Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Hovawart vs German Shepherd vs Tibetan Terrier?	Medium ⏺ The Hovawart has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Tibetan Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Hovawart is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Tibetan Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Hovawart vs German Shepherd vs Tibetan Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Hovawart dogs are generally with other pets.	German Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Hovawart or German Shepherd or Tibetan Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Hovawart dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	German Shepherd dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Hovawart or German Shepherd or Tibetan Terrier?	Hovawart dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	German Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Hovawart or German Shepherd or Tibetan Terrier?	Hovawart dogs are average friendly towards cats.	German Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Hovawart or German Shepherd or Tibetan Terrier?	Hovawart dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	German Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Hovawart vs German Shepherd vs Tibetan Terrier?	Yes Hovawart dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes German Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Tibetan Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Hovawart is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No German Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Tibetan Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Hovawarts are usually recommended for elderly people.	German Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Tibetan Terriers are commonly okay with elderly people.

Hovawart vs German Shepherd vs Tibetan Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Hovawart or German Shepherd or Tibetan Terrier? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Hovawart vs German Shepherd vs Tibetan Terrier?	Not really Hovawart breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Tibetan Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Hovawart vs German Shepherd vs Tibetan Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Hovawart and German Shepherd and Tibetan Terrier have?	6-8 puppies	6-10 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Hovawart vs German Shepherd vs Tibetan Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1973 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Tibetan breeds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club German Shepherd Dog Club Of America	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club

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