Miniature Schnauzer vs Miniature Poodle

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

Miniature Schnauzer

Miniature Poodle

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General Details

Miniature Schnauzer

Miniature Poodle

Breed Type

Purebred

Allergy Friendly

Yes

Lifespan

12-14 Years

14-15 Years

Height

12-14 Inches

10-15 Inches

Weight

11-20 Pounds

12-18 Pounds

Intelligence

Above Average

History

Miniature Schnauzer

Miniature Poodle

Origin Country

Germany

United Kingdom

Origin Year

1888 AD

1700 AD

Temperament

Miniature Schnauzer

Miniature Poodle

Overall Friendliness

Above Average

Family Friendly

Above Average

Child Friendly

Average

Above Average

Pet Friendly

Average

Above Average

Stranger Friendly

Average

Above Average

Personality

Miniature Schnauzer

Miniature Poodle

Traits

Affectionate

Stubborn

Willing to Please

Affectionate

Loving

Willing to Please

Living Environment

Miniature Schnauzer

Miniature Poodle

Apartment

Yes

Indoor

Yes

Small Yard

Yes

Medium Yard

Yes

Large Yard

Yes

Temperature Tolerance

30-80 °F

35-80 °F

Barks/Howls

Above Average

Average

Exercise Needs

Miniature Schnauzer

Miniature Poodle

Energy Level

Medium

High

Exercise Required

Medium

Medium to High

Top Running Speed

17 MPH

18 MPH

Strength

Low to Medium

Grooming Needs

Miniature Schnauzer

Miniature Poodle

Coat Maintenance

High

Shedding

Low

None

Dander

Low

None

Drool

None to Low

None

Instincts and Behavior

Breed Mentality

Miniature Schnauzer

Miniature Poodle

Dominant / Alpha

Family / Pack

Yes

Independent

Yes

Breed Focus

Miniature Schnauzer

Miniature Poodle

Distracted Easy

Yes

Focused & Patient

Yes

Breed Instincts

Miniature Schnauzer

Miniature Poodle

Aggression

Below Average

None

Burrow / Digging

Below Average

None

Chasing

Above Average

Below Average

Follow Commands

Average

Fighting

Below Average

Guarding

Below Average

None

Herding

Below Average

Hunting

Average

Protection

Below Average

None

Remove Vermin

Above Average

None

Sled Pulling

None

Watch / Guardian

Above Average

Average

Health Comparison

Lifespan

Miniature Schnauzer

Miniature Poodle

Average Lifespan

12-14 Years

14-15 Years

Health Concerns

Miniature Schnauzer

Miniature Poodle

Common Health Issues

Cataracts

Progressive retinal atrophy

MAC Lung Disease

Addison's disease

Bloat

Hip dysplasia

Epilepsy

Appearance Comparison

Coat

Miniature Schnauzer

Miniature Poodle

Coat Type

Hair

Coat Layering

Double

Single

Coat Texture

Rough

Wavy

Coat Length

Short to Medium

Long

Coat Coloring

Miniature Schnauzer

Miniature Poodle

Breed Colors