Miniature Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier

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

Miniature Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Scottish Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Scottish Terrier
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General Details
Miniature Schnauzer
Scottish Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Height
12-14 Inches
10-11 Inches
Weight
11-20 Pounds
18-22 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Miniature Schnauzer
Scottish Terrier
Origin Country
Germany
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1888 AD
-55 BC
Temperament
Miniature Schnauzer
Scottish Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Above Average
Personality
Miniature Schnauzer
Scottish Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Miniature Schnauzer
Scottish Terrier
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
55-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Miniature Schnauzer
Scottish Terrier
Energy Level
Medium
Low
Exercise Required
Medium
Low
Top Running Speed
17 MPH
11 MPH
Strength
Low to Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Miniature Schnauzer
Scottish Terrier
Coat Maintenance
High
High
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
None to Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Miniature Schnauzer
Scottish Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
Yes
Yes
Breed Focus
Miniature Schnauzer
Scottish Terrier
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Miniature Schnauzer
Scottish Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below 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
Above Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Miniature Schnauzer
Scottish Terrier
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Miniature Schnauzer
Scottish Terrier
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Progressive retinal atrophy
MAC Lung Disease
Von willebrand's disease
Patellar luxation
Scottie cramp
Westie jaw
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Miniature Schnauzer
Scottish Terrier
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Rough
Scruffy
Coat Length
Short to Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Miniature Schnauzer
Scottish Terrier
Breed Colors
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