Australian Shepherd vs Miniature Schnauzer

Compare the Australian Shepherd to the Miniature Schnauzer. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Australian Shepherds and Miniature Schnauzers.

Australian Shepherd vs Miniature Schnauzer
Australian Shepherd
Miniature Schnauzer
Australian Shepherd
Miniature Schnauzer
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General Details
Australian Shepherd
Miniature Schnauzer
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-14 Years
Height
18-23 Inches
12-14 Inches
Weight
40-65 Pounds
11-20 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Australian Shepherd
Miniature Schnauzer
Origin Country
United States
Germany
Origin Year
1840 AD
1888 AD
Temperament
Australian Shepherd
Miniature Schnauzer
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
None
Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Average
Personality
Australian Shepherd
Miniature Schnauzer
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Australian Shepherd
Miniature Schnauzer
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Australian Shepherd
Miniature Schnauzer
Energy Level
High to Very High
Medium
Exercise Required
High
Medium
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
17 MPH
Strength
High
Low to Medium
Grooming Needs
Australian Shepherd
Miniature Schnauzer
Coat Maintenance
Medium
High
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
Low
None to Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Australian Shepherd
Miniature Schnauzer
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Australian Shepherd
Miniature Schnauzer
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Australian Shepherd
Miniature Schnauzer
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
None
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
None
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Australian Shepherd
Miniature Schnauzer
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Australian Shepherd
Miniature Schnauzer
Common Health Issues
Cancer
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Distichiasis
Deafness
Collie eye anomaly
Persistent pupillary membrane
Drug sensitivity
Collie nose
Retinal detachment
Cataracts
Progressive retinal atrophy
MAC Lung Disease
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Australian Shepherd
Miniature Schnauzer
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Wavy
Rough
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Australian Shepherd
Miniature Schnauzer
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Red
Red
Red Merle
Red Merle
Black
Black
Black and Silver
Black and Silver
Liver
Liver
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