Afghan Hound vs Hovawart

Compare the Afghan Hound to the Hovawart. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Afghan Hounds and Hovawarts.

Afghan Hound vs Hovawart
Afghan Hound
Hovawart
Afghan Hound
Hovawart
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General Details
Afghan Hound
Hovawart
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-14 Years
Height
24-29 Inches
23-28 Inches
Weight
45-60 Pounds
60-100 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Afghan Hound
Hovawart
Origin Country
Afghanistan
Germany
Origin Year
-200 BC
1210 AD
Temperament
Afghan Hound
Hovawart
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Personality
Afghan Hound
Hovawart
Traits
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Affectionate
Living Environment
Afghan Hound
Hovawart
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
20-70 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Average
Exercise Needs
Afghan Hound
Hovawart
Energy Level
High
Medium to High
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
40 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Afghan Hound
Hovawart
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Afghan Hound
Hovawart
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Afghan Hound
Hovawart
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Afghan Hound
Hovawart
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
None
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
None
Above Average
Herding
Average
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Afghan Hound
Hovawart
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-14 Years
Health Concerns
Afghan Hound
Hovawart
Common Health Issues
Cancer
Cataracts
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Hip dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Afghan Hound
Hovawart
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Single
Double
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Shaggy
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Long
Long
Coat Coloring
Afghan Hound
Hovawart
Breed Colors
Black
Black and Silver
Black and Tan
Blue
Blue and Cream
Cream
Red
Silver
White
Black
Black and Gold
Blonde
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