Overview:

The Hovawart dog is a good-natured dog that tends to  ond with the family real quickly. They are very good with children

Country of origin:

Germany

Size type:

Medium dog breeds

Character:

Good natured equable demanding of itself loyal to the family but with the tendency to become a  one person dogs affectionate vigilant and protective attentive and a good watchdog the hovawart has a good scenting nose and remains playful until old age      

Breed group:

Working dog breeds

Height:

23-28cm

Weight:

25-40kg

Temperament:

Behavior towards other household animal is good regardless of whether it is a cat or poultry this is true provided the dog has met these animal when it was young they are generally very patient with children but sometimes it will protect your property against intruders with great zeal when its handler indicates that visitor are approved then it accepts them immediately.

Coat:

The hovawart has a long haired wavy coat which lies flat the colours are pain black with a marking and blonde.  

Care:

The coat does not require a great deal of attention an occasional brush and comb particularly in place where tangles might form is sufficient

Training:
The Hovawart requires a consistent and variety filled approach to training. The handler must be authoritative and should reward it when it does well.

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