Curly-coated Retriever vs Giant Schnauzer

Compare the Curly-coated Retriever to the Giant Schnauzer. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Curly-coated Retrievers and Giant Schnauzers.

Giant Schnauzer vs Curly-Coated Retriever
Giant Schnauzer
Curly-Coated Retriever
Giant Schnauzer
Curly-Coated Retriever
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General Details
Giant Schnauzer
Curly-Coated Retriever
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
8-12 Years
Height
24-28 Inches
23-27 Inches
Weight
55-110 Pounds
60-70 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Giant Schnauzer
Curly-Coated Retriever
Origin Country
Germany
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1600 AD
1700 AD
Temperament
Giant Schnauzer
Curly-Coated Retriever
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Average
Personality
Giant Schnauzer
Curly-Coated Retriever
Traits
Affectionate
Willing to Please
Loving
Needy
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Giant Schnauzer
Curly-Coated Retriever
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
45-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Giant Schnauzer
Curly-Coated Retriever
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Very High
High
Grooming Needs
Giant Schnauzer
Curly-Coated Retriever
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Giant Schnauzer
Curly-Coated Retriever
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Giant Schnauzer
Curly-Coated Retriever
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Giant Schnauzer
Curly-Coated Retriever
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
None
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
None
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Above Average
Above Average
Herding
Above Average
None
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
Above Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
None
Sled Pulling
Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Giant Schnauzer
Curly-Coated Retriever
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
8-12 Years
Health Concerns
Giant Schnauzer
Curly-Coated Retriever
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cancer
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Dry eye
Glaucoma
Retinal dysplasia
Heart problems
Bloat
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Heart problems
Eye diseases
Hair Loss
Glycogen storage disease type III
Exercise Induced Collapse
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Giant Schnauzer
Curly-Coated Retriever
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Single
Curly
Single
Coat Texture
Rough
Shaggy
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Short
Coat Coloring
Giant Schnauzer
Curly-Coated Retriever
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Fawn
Fawn
Salt and Pepper
Salt and Pepper
Black
Black
Liver
Liver
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