Irish Wolfhound vs Miniature Schnauzer

Compare the Irish Wolfhound to the Miniature Schnauzer. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Irish Wolfhounds and Miniature Schnauzers.

Irish Wolfhound vs Miniature Schnauzer
Irish Wolfhound
Miniature Schnauzer
Irish Wolfhound
Miniature Schnauzer
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General Details
Irish Wolfhound
Miniature Schnauzer
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
6-8 Years
12-14 Years
Height
32-35 Inches
12-14 Inches
Weight
90-180 Pounds
11-20 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Irish Wolfhound
Miniature Schnauzer
Origin Country
Unspecified
Germany
Origin Year
-700 BC
1888 AD
Temperament
Irish Wolfhound
Miniature Schnauzer
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
Irish Wolfhound
Miniature Schnauzer
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Irish Wolfhound
Miniature Schnauzer
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-75 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Irish Wolfhound
Miniature Schnauzer
Energy Level
Medium
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
35 MPH
17 MPH
Strength
Very High
Low to Medium
Grooming Needs
Irish Wolfhound
Miniature Schnauzer
Coat Maintenance
Medium
High
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
Medium to High
None to Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Irish Wolfhound
Miniature Schnauzer
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Irish Wolfhound
Miniature Schnauzer
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Irish Wolfhound
Miniature Schnauzer
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Irish Wolfhound
Miniature Schnauzer
Average Lifespan
6-8 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Irish Wolfhound
Miniature Schnauzer
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteosarcoma
Drug sensitivity
Dilated cardiomyopathy
Liver shunt
Fibrocartilaginous embolic myelopathy
Cataracts
Progressive retinal atrophy
MAC Lung Disease
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Irish Wolfhound
Miniature Schnauzer
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Shaggy
Rough
Coat Length
Medium
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Irish Wolfhound
Miniature Schnauzer
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Blue
Blue
Brindle
Brindle
Cream
Cream
Gray
Gray
Gray and Brindle
Gray and Brindle
Red
Red
Red and Brindle
Red and Brindle
Silver
Silver
Wheaten
Wheaten
White
White
Black
Black
Black and Silver
Black and Silver
Liver
Liver
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