Hovawart Age Calculator: Dog Years to Human Years

Hovawart age in human years

Dog years	Human years	Life stage
1	15	Adolescent
2	24	Adult
4	32	Adult
5	36	Senior begins
8	55	Senior
12	77	Geriatric

Figures based on The Royal Kennel Club's published large-breed guidance, as tabulated by Purina UK. For an exact figure, try the Dog Years calculator.

The Hovawart is classified by The Royal Kennel Club as a large breed, typically weighing 25–40 kg as an adult. An old German working breed, revived in the early 20th century after nearly disappearing, the Hovawart was traditionally used to guard farms and estates, and combines a protective instinct with a loyal, family-oriented temperament.

What this means for your Hovawart

Hip dysplasia is worth screening for given the breed's size, and some autoimmune conditions have been reported occasionally. Otherwise, the Hovawart is generally considered a hardy, healthy breed thanks to its relatively recent revival from a broad genetic base.

As a naturally protective breed, early and ongoing socialisation matters throughout life, and this becomes especially relevant as senior dogs may become more set in their territorial habits.

When is a Hovawart considered a senior?

Under The Royal Kennel Club's size-adjusted guidance, large breeds like the Hovawart are generally considered senior from around 5 dog years old.

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