Key facts about the Hovawart
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Life expectancy :
Between 12 and 14 years
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Temperament :
Affectionate, Playful, Intelligent
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Size :
Large
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Type of coat :
Long
FCI Group
FCI Group
Group 2 - Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs
Section
Section 2 : Molossian type
Physical characteristics of the Hovawart
Adult size
Female dog |
Between 23 and 26 in
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Male dog |
Between 25 and 28 in
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Weight
Female dog |
Between 55 and 77 lb
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Male dog |
Between 55 and 77 lb
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Temperament
Affectionate
Playful
Calm
Intelligent
Hunter
Fearful / wary of strangers
Independent
Behaviour of the Hovawart
Tolerates solitude
Easy to train / obedience
Barking
Tendency to run away
Destructive
Greedy / Gluttony
Guard dog
First dog
Lifestyle
Hovawart in a flat
Need for exercise / Sporty
Travelling / easy to transport
Compatibility
Hovawart and cats
Hovawart and dogs
Hovawart and children
Hovawart and the elderly
Health of the Hovawart
Strong / robust
Withstand heat
Withstand cold
Tendency to put on weight
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