Golden Retriever vs Miniature Schnauzer

Compare the Golden Retriever to the Miniature Schnauzer. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Golden Retrievers and Miniature Schnauzers.

Golden Retriever

Miniature Schnauzer

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General Details

Golden Retriever

Miniature Schnauzer

Breed Type

Purebred

Allergy Friendly

Yes

Lifespan

10-12 Years

12-14 Years

Height

21-24 Inches

12-14 Inches

Weight

55-80 Pounds

11-20 Pounds

Intelligence

Above Average

History

Golden Retriever

Miniature Schnauzer

Origin Country

United Kingdom

Germany

Origin Year

1865 AD

1888 AD

Temperament

Golden Retriever

Miniature Schnauzer

Overall Friendliness

Above Average

Family Friendly

Above Average

Child Friendly

Above Average

Average

Pet Friendly

Above Average

Average

Stranger Friendly

Above Average

Average

Personality

Golden Retriever

Miniature Schnauzer

Traits

Affectionate

Loving

Willing to Please

Affectionate

Stubborn

Willing to Please

Living Environment

Golden Retriever

Miniature Schnauzer

Apartment

Yes

Indoor

Yes

Small Yard

Yes

Medium Yard

Yes

Large Yard

Yes

Temperature Tolerance

30-80 °F

Barks/Howls

Below Average

Above Average

Exercise Needs

Golden Retriever

Miniature Schnauzer

Energy Level

High

Medium

Exercise Required

Medium to High

Medium

Top Running Speed

25 MPH

17 MPH

Strength

High

Low to Medium

Grooming Needs

Golden Retriever

Miniature Schnauzer

Coat Maintenance

Medium to High

High

Shedding

Medium to High

Low

Dander

Medium

Low

Drool

None

None to Low

Instincts and Behavior

Breed Mentality

Golden Retriever

Miniature Schnauzer

Dominant / Alpha

Family / Pack

Yes

Independent

Yes

Breed Focus

Golden Retriever

Miniature Schnauzer

Distracted Easy

Yes

Focused & Patient

Yes

Breed Instincts

Golden Retriever

Miniature Schnauzer

Aggression

None

Below Average

Burrow / Digging

Below Average

Chasing

Above Average

Follow Commands

Above Average

Average

Fighting

Below Average

Guarding

Below Average

Herding

Below Average

Hunting

Above Average

Average

Protection

Below Average

Remove Vermin

Below Average

Above Average

Sled Pulling

Below Average

None

Watch / Guardian

Below Average

Above Average

Health Comparison

Lifespan

Golden Retriever

Miniature Schnauzer

Average Lifespan

10-12 Years

12-14 Years

Health Concerns

Golden Retriever

Miniature Schnauzer

Common Health Issues

Bloat

Cataracts

Hip dysplasia

Von willebrand's disease

Progressive retinal atrophy

Allergies

Epilepsy

Hypothyroidism

Elbow dysplasia

Osteochondritis Dissecans

Subaortic Stenosis

Hemangiosarcoma

Osteosarcoma

Cataracts

Progressive retinal atrophy

MAC Lung Disease

Appearance Comparison

Coat

Golden Retriever

Miniature Schnauzer

Coat Type

Fur

Hair

Coat Layering

Double

Coat Texture

Wavy

Rough

Coat Length

Medium

Short to Medium

Coat Coloring

Golden Retriever

Miniature Schnauzer

Breed Colors