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The Hovawart is a large, robust, but not heavy dog, looking somewhat like a Golden Retriever. It has a strong, deep-throated bark. The pendant ears are fairly low-set and triangular. There is feathering on the chest, legs, undersides and tail. The body is slightly longer than tall with a straight back and gentle slopping croup. The well-feathered tail is carried low and hangs past the hocks. The head is powerful with a rounded forehead. The muzzle is never longer than the skull. The teeth should meet in a scissors or level bite, (scissors is preferred by breeders). The eyes are dark. The single, dense, long-haired, wavy coat lies flat. It comes in blonde, black, or black & tan, with certain markings specified in the standard. The color of the eyes, nose, and nails are harmonious with the coat. |
| Breed: |
Hoverwart |
| Country of Origin: |
Germany |
| AKC Group: |
Sporting |
| Function: |
Companion |
| Life Span: |
10-14 years |
| Appearance: |
Labrador Appearance |
| Color: |
Black, tan |
| Coat Type: |
shaggy, Easy to groom |
| Grooming: |
The Hovawart's coat is easy to groom. An occasional brushing and combing, taking extra care in the places where tangles might form, is all this breed needs. It is an average shedder. |
| Height: |
23-28 inches (58-70 cm.)
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| Weight: |
55-90 pounds (25-51 kg.) |
| Activity Level: |
Medium-high |
| Watch Dog: |
Yes |
| Protection: |
Yes |
| Intelligence: |
High |
| Trainability: |
High |
| Good With Children: |
Yes |
| Good With Pets: |
Yes |
| Good With Strangers: |
Reserved |
| Character: |
Busy, bold, inquisitive very playful and always puppy like |
| Home Environment: |
The Hovawart is calm at home, but energetic outdoors. Determined, obedient, and affectionate, especially towards its master. Loyal to the family but with the tendency to become strictly devoted to one person in the family. Excellent with children when they are well-socialized with them from puppyhood. Remaining playful and puppy-like in its old age, No Apartment |
| Best Owner: |
Consistent, firm |
| Potential Problems: |
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| Behavior: |
No problems |
| Physical: |
This is a very healthy breed. However an underactive thyroid is wide spread in European lines. Hip dysplasia is present in the breed; however, stringent breeding practices have kept this debilitating disease to a minimum. |
| Recommendations: |
Make sure there is some variety in the training so the
dog does not become bored |
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