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The Hovawart is a German dog, the name means ' estate guard dog,' which was the original use for the breed. The breed originated in the Black Forest region and was first described in text and paintings in medieval times.

Appearance
The Hovawart is a large dog. Dogs are 63-70 cm (24 3/4"-27 1/2") and bitches 58-65 cm (22 3/4"-25 1/2") at the withers. Weight is from 25-40 kg (55-90 pounds). They come in blonde, black, or black and tan, the latter being most common.

Temperament
The Hovawart is an outstanding watch dog and somewhat reserved towards strangers. They make excellent family dogs as they are totally devoted to their family. They are a working dog breed, and require a consistent and loving yet strict training and meaningful activity throughout their lives.

The Hovawart does expectionally well in search and rescue, tracking and working dog activities. The lighter females often excel at agility. In training and especially obedience work the trainer must keep positive reinforcement in mind all the time, as the Hovawart is not as eager to please as many other working dog breeds. The Hovawart may easily become reluctant if training is built only on punishments.

The owner of a Hovawart should have previous experience in owning and training a dog. The Hovawart is best suited to an experienced dog owner.

Health
A very healthy breed, this breed stands out as an example of creating a healthy breed through selective breed stock. Hip dyspalgia has virtually been bred out of this breed in such a fashion, and there are no other noted health problems associated with it

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