American Eskimo Dog vs Standard Schnauzer

Compare the American Eskimo Dog to the Standard Schnauzer. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between American Eskimo Dogs and Standard Schnauzers.

American Eskimo Dog vs Standard Schnauzer
American Eskimo Dog
Standard Schnauzer
American Eskimo Dog
Standard Schnauzer
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General Details
American Eskimo Dog
Standard Schnauzer
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-14 Years
Height
9-20 Inches
17-20 Inches
Weight
6-35 Pounds
30-50 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
American Eskimo Dog
Standard Schnauzer
Origin Country
Germany
Germany
Origin Year
1800 AD
1842 AD
Temperament
American Eskimo Dog
Standard Schnauzer
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
American Eskimo Dog
Standard Schnauzer
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Loving
Needy
Willing to Please
Living Environment
American Eskimo Dog
Standard Schnauzer
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
15-75 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
American Eskimo Dog
Standard Schnauzer
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
High
Medium
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
American Eskimo Dog
Standard Schnauzer
Coat Maintenance
High
High
Shedding
High
Low
Dander
High
Low
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
American Eskimo Dog
Standard Schnauzer
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
American Eskimo Dog
Standard Schnauzer
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
American Eskimo Dog
Standard Schnauzer
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
None
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Above Average
Herding
None
Above Average
Hunting
Below Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
American Eskimo Dog
Standard Schnauzer
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
American Eskimo Dog
Standard Schnauzer
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Diabetes
Hip dysplasia
Follicular dermatitis
Appearance Comparison
Coat
American Eskimo Dog
Standard Schnauzer
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Wire
Coat Texture
Straight
Wrinkly
Coat Length
Long
Short
Coat Coloring
American Eskimo Dog
Standard Schnauzer
Breed Colors
White
White
White and Biscuit
White and Biscuit
Black
Black
Pepper-and-salt
Pepper-and-salt
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