Italian Greyhound vs Miniature Schnauzer

Compare the Italian Greyhound to the Miniature Schnauzer. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Italian Greyhounds and Miniature Schnauzers.

Italian Greyhound vs Miniature Schnauzer
Italian Greyhound
Miniature Schnauzer
Italian Greyhound
Miniature Schnauzer
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General Details
Italian Greyhound
Miniature Schnauzer
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-14 Years
Height
13-15 Inches
12-14 Inches
Weight
7-14 Pounds
11-20 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Italian Greyhound
Miniature Schnauzer
Origin Country
Turkey
Germany
Origin Year
-1000 BC
1888 AD
Temperament
Italian Greyhound
Miniature Schnauzer
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Average
Personality
Italian Greyhound
Miniature Schnauzer
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Affectionate
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Italian Greyhound
Miniature Schnauzer
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
60-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Italian Greyhound
Miniature Schnauzer
Energy Level
Medium
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
17 MPH
Strength
Low
Low to Medium
Grooming Needs
Italian Greyhound
Miniature Schnauzer
Coat Maintenance
Low
High
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
None
None to Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Italian Greyhound
Miniature Schnauzer
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Italian Greyhound
Miniature Schnauzer
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Italian Greyhound
Miniature Schnauzer
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Italian Greyhound
Miniature Schnauzer
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Italian Greyhound
Miniature Schnauzer
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Drug sensitivity
Eye problems
Thyroid disorders
Alopecia
Cataracts
Progressive retinal atrophy
MAC Lung Disease
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Italian Greyhound
Miniature Schnauzer
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Single
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Coat Length
Short
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Italian Greyhound
Miniature Schnauzer
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and White
Black and White
Blue
Blue
Blue Fawn
Blue Fawn
Blue Fawn and White
Blue Fawn and White
Brindle
Brindle
Chocolate
Chocolate
Cream
Cream
Fawn
Fawn
Red
Red
Red Fawn
Red Fawn
Red Fawn and White
Red Fawn and White
Seal
Seal
White
White
White and Black
White and Black
White and Blue
White and Blue
White and Fawn
White and Fawn
White and Red
White and Red
White and Seal
White and Seal
Black
Black
Black and Silver
Black and Silver
Liver
Liver
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