Last Updated: Nov 07, 2022
Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Bernese Mountain Dog Versus Hovawart: Introduction
- Bernese Mountain Dog versus Hovawart: Overview
- Bernese Mountain Dog versus Hovawart: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Bernese Mountain Dog and the Hovawart
- The Similarities Between the Bernese Mountain Dog and the Hovawart
- Size Comparison of the Bernese Mountain Dog versus Hovawart
- Lifespan of Bernese Mountain Dog versus Hovawart
- Temperament of the Bernese Mountain Dog Versus the Hovawart
- Tolerates Being Alone: Bernese Mountain Dog versus Hovawart
- Do Bernese Mountain Dogs shed more than Hovawarts?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Bernese Mountain Dog or the Hovawart?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Bernese Mountain Dog or the Hovawart?
- Are Bernese Mountain Dogs good family dogs? What about Hovawarts?
- Is the Bernese Mountain Dog Easier to Train than the Hovawart?
- Which one drools more, the Bernese Mountain Dog or the Hovawart
- How Kid-friendly are Bernese Mountain Dogs and Hovawarts?
- Does the Bernese Mountain Dog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Hovawart?
- Do Bernese Mountain Dogs Bark and Howl? What about Hovawarts?
- Can Bernese Mountain Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Hovawarts Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Bernese Mountain Dog vs. Hovawart
- Can Bernese Mountain Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Hovawarts Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Bernese Mountain Dog Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: Bernese Mountain Dog versus Hovawart. Which One is a Better Pet?
Bernese Mountain Dog Versus Hovawart: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Bernese Mountain Dog and the Hovawart? 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 Bernese Mountain Dog and the Hovawart 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 Bernese Mountain Dog and the Hovawart.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Bernese Mountain Dog and the Hovawart 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 Bernese Mountain Dog and for the Hovawart. 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 Bernese Mountain Dog and the Hovawart.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Bernese Mountain Dog or the Hovawart.
Bernese Mountain Dog versus Hovawart: Overview
A very important difference between the Bernese Mountain Dog and the Hovawart is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Bernese Mountain Dog is a giant-sized dog while the Hovawart is a large-sized dog.
Furthermore, both the Bernese Mountain Dog and the Hovawart are Working Dogs. This means both the Bernese Mountain Dog and the Hovawart 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.
Bernese Mountain Dog versus Hovawart: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Bernese Mountain Dog to the Hovawart 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 Bernese Mountain Dog and the Hovawart
| Factor | Bernese Mountain Dog | Hovawart |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Height | 23 to 28 inches | 23 to 29 inches |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 6 to 10 years | 10 to 14 years |
| Weight | 70 to 115 pounds | 55 to 110 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 8.0 years | 12.0 years |
| Average Price | $2390 | No Data |
| Price Range | $1500 – $2995 | No Data |
| Temperament Score | 86.6 percent | 91.7 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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No Data |
*Data from AKC.org (The American Kennel Club),dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (The American Temperament Test Society)
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Bernese Mountain Dog 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 Hovawart. 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 Bernese Mountain Dog is 66 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Hovawart is 78 out of 125.
Despite the higher Better-Pet score of the Hovawart, we still believe that the Bernese Mountain Dog is a better pet than the Hovawart.
This is because Bernese Mountain Dogs are much cuter but you cannot put a score on cuteness. If you could put a score on cuteness, then the Bernese Mountain Dog will come out on top.
Also, we are biased in favor of the Bernese Mountain Dog :-). We are for the Bernese Mountain Dog. So get a Bernese Mountain Dog!
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Bernese Mountain Dog and the Hovawart
Below is a list of where the Bernese Mountain Dog and the Hovawart are most different:
The Similarities Between the Bernese Mountain Dog and the Hovawart
The Bernese Mountain Dog and the Hovawart are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Bernese Mountain Dog and the Hovawart are most similar:
Size Comparison of the Bernese Mountain Dog versus Hovawart
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Bernese Mountain Dog and the Hovawart.
The Bernese Mountain Dog weighs 70 to 115 pounds when fully grown. The Bernese Mountain Dog is 23 to 28 inches when fully grown.
On the other hand, the Hovawart weighs 55 to 110 pounds when fully grown. The Hovawart is 23 to 29 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Bernese Mountain Dog versus Hovawart
The lifespan of the Bernese Mountain Dog is between 6 to 10 years. The average lifespan of the Bernese Mountain Dog is 8.0 years.
The lifespan of the Hovawart is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of the Hovawart is 12.0 years.
The Hovawart lives longer than the Bernese Mountain Dog.
Temperament of the Bernese Mountain Dog Versus the Hovawart
The Hovawart has a better temperament than the Bernese Mountain Dog.
This is because the temperament score for the Hovawart is 91.7 percent while the temperament score for the Bernese Mountain Dog is 86.6 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 86.6 percent, the Bernese Mountain Dog has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 91.7 percent, the Hovawart has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Bernese Mountain Dog and the Hovawart by measuring the temperaments of 194 Bernese Mountain Dogs and 24 Hovawarts.
Tolerates Being Alone: Bernese Mountain Dog versus Hovawart
Bernese Mountain Dogs do not like to be left alone.
Hovawarts do not like to be left alone.
Do Bernese Mountain Dogs shed more than Hovawarts?
Bernese Mountain Dogs shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Hovawarts shed moderately.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Bernese Mountain Dog or the Hovawart?
Bernese Mountain Dogs are moderately easy to groom.
Hovawarts are very easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Bernese Mountain Dog or the Hovawart?
Bernese Mountain Dogs get along fairly well with other dogs.
Hovawarts do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Bernese Mountain Dogs good family dogs? What about Hovawarts?
Bernese Mountain Dogs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Hovawarts are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the Bernese Mountain Dog Easier to Train than the Hovawart?
Bernese Mountain Dogs are very easy to train.
Hovawarts are not easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Bernese Mountain Dog or the Hovawart
Bernese Mountain Dogs have a very high tendency to drool.
Hovawarts do have a very low tendency to drool.
How Kid-friendly are Bernese Mountain Dogs and Hovawarts?
Bernese Mountain Dogs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Hovawarts get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Does the Bernese Mountain Dog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Hovawart?
Bernese Mountain Dogs have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
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.
Do Bernese Mountain Dogs Bark and Howl? What about Hovawarts?
Bernese Mountain Dogs are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Hovawarts are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Bernese Mountain Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Hovawarts Tolerate Cold Weather?
Bernese Mountain Dogs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Hovawarts can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Bernese Mountain Dog vs. Hovawart
Bernese Mountain Dogs have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Hovawarts do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Can Bernese Mountain Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Hovawarts Tolerate Hot Weather?
Bernese Mountain Dogs cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Hovawarts can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Is the Bernese Mountain Dog Better for Apartment Owners than the Hovawart?
Bernese Mountain Dogs do not adapt well to apartment living.
Hovawarts do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Bernese Mountain Dog or the Hovawart?
Bernese Mountain Dogs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Hovawarts are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Bernese Mountain Dog Versus Other Dog Breeds
You may also be interested in how the Bernese Mountain Dog compares to other breeds aside from the Hovawart. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Bernese Mountain Dog to other breeds:
Bernese Mountain Dog versus Cane Corso Bernese Mountain Dog versus Rottweiler Bernese Mountain Dog versus Newfoundland Bernese Mountain Dog versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Bernese Mountain Dog versus Golden Retriever Bernese Mountain Dog versus Mastiff Bernese Mountain Dog versus Dalmatian Bernese Mountain Dog versus Tibetan Mastiff Bernese Mountain Dog versus Great Pyrenees Bernese Mountain Dog versus Vizsla Bernese Mountain Dog versus Irish Wolfhound Bernese Mountain Dog versus Leonberger Bernese Mountain Dog versus Labrador Retriever Bernese Mountain Dog versus Saint Bernard Bernese Mountain Dog versus Rhodesian Ridgeback Bernese Mountain Dog versus Bullmastiff Bernese Mountain Dog versus Alaskan Malamute Bernese Mountain Dog versus Bernedoodle
Conclusion: Bernese Mountain Dog versus Hovawart. 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 Bernese Mountain Dog and the Hovawart better suits you and your family.