Miniature Pinscher vs Miniature Schnauzer

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

Miniature Pinscher vs Miniature Schnauzer
Miniature Pinscher
Miniature Schnauzer
Miniature Pinscher
Miniature Schnauzer
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General Details
Miniature Pinscher
Miniature Schnauzer
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
10-14 Years
12-14 Years
Height
10-12 Inches
12-14 Inches
Weight
8-11 Pounds
11-20 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Miniature Pinscher
Miniature Schnauzer
Origin Country
Germany
Germany
Origin Year
Unspecified
1888 AD
Temperament
Miniature Pinscher
Miniature Schnauzer
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Average
Personality
Miniature Pinscher
Miniature Schnauzer
Traits
Affectionate
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Affectionate
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Miniature Pinscher
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
Miniature Pinscher
Miniature Schnauzer
Energy Level
High to Very High
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
16 MPH
17 MPH
Strength
Low
Low to Medium
Grooming Needs
Miniature Pinscher
Miniature Schnauzer
Coat Maintenance
Low
High
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
None
None to Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Miniature Pinscher
Miniature Schnauzer
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Miniature Pinscher
Miniature Schnauzer
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Miniature Pinscher
Miniature Schnauzer
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
None
Below Average
Guarding
None
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
None
Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Miniature Pinscher
Miniature Schnauzer
Average Lifespan
10-14 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Miniature Pinscher
Miniature Schnauzer
Common Health Issues
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Cataracts
Progressive retinal atrophy
MAC Lung Disease
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Miniature Pinscher
Miniature Schnauzer
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Single
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Coat Length
Short
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Miniature Pinscher
Miniature Schnauzer
Breed Colors
Black and Rust
Black and Rust
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Blue and Rust
Blue and Rust
Blue and Tan
Blue and Tan
Chocolate and Rust
Chocolate and Rust
Red
Red
Black
Black
Black and Silver
Black and Silver
Liver
Liver
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