Hovawart vs Lurcher

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

Hovawart vs Lurcher
Hovawart
Lurcher
Hovawart
Lurcher
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General Details
Hovawart
Lurcher
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-14 Years
8-15 Years
Height
23-28 Inches
22-28 Inches
Weight
60-100 Pounds
55-55 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Hovawart
Lurcher
Origin Country
Germany
Ireland
Origin Year
1210 AD
1400 AD
Temperament
Hovawart
Lurcher
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Personality
Hovawart
Lurcher
Traits
Affectionate
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Living Environment
Hovawart
Lurcher
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-70 °F
45-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Hovawart
Lurcher
Energy Level
Medium to High
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium to High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
38 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Hovawart
Lurcher
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Hovawart
Lurcher
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Hovawart
Lurcher
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Hovawart
Lurcher
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
None
None
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Above Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Hovawart
Lurcher
Average Lifespan
10-14 Years
8-15 Years
Health Concerns
Hovawart
Lurcher
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Hovawart
Lurcher
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Smooth
Wire
Coat Texture
Shaggy
Straight
Wavy
Rough
Scruffy
Shaggy
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Long
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Hovawart
Lurcher
Breed Colors
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