Miniature Schnauzer vs Smooth Fox Terrier

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

Miniature Schnauzer

Smooth Fox Terrier

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General Details

Miniature Schnauzer

Smooth Fox Terrier

Breed Type

Purebred

Allergy Friendly

Yes

Lifespan

12-14 Years

12-15 Years

Height

12-14 Inches

13-16 Inches

Weight

11-20 Pounds

15-19 Pounds

Intelligence

Above Average

Average

History

Miniature Schnauzer

Smooth Fox Terrier

Origin Country

Germany

United Kingdom

Origin Year

1888 AD

1780 AD

Temperament

Miniature Schnauzer

Smooth Fox Terrier

Overall Friendliness

Above Average

Family Friendly

Above Average

Child Friendly

Average

Above Average

Pet Friendly

Average

Stranger Friendly

Average

Personality

Miniature Schnauzer

Smooth Fox Terrier

Traits

Affectionate

Stubborn

Willing to Please

Affectionate

Jealous

Loving

Snuggle

Stubborn

Willing to Please

Living Environment

Miniature Schnauzer

Smooth Fox Terrier

Apartment

Yes

Indoor

Yes

Small Yard

Yes

Medium Yard

Yes

Large Yard

Yes

Temperature Tolerance

30-80 °F

40-80 °F

Barks/Howls

Above Average

Average

Exercise Needs

Miniature Schnauzer

Smooth Fox Terrier

Energy Level

Medium

High

Exercise Required

Medium

High

Top Running Speed

17 MPH

28 MPH

Strength

Low to Medium

Medium

Grooming Needs

Miniature Schnauzer

Smooth Fox Terrier

Coat Maintenance

High

Low

Shedding

Low

Dander

Low

Drool

None to Low

Low

Instincts and Behavior

Breed Mentality

Miniature Schnauzer

Smooth Fox Terrier

Dominant / Alpha

Yes

Family / Pack

Independent

Yes

Breed Focus

Miniature Schnauzer

Smooth Fox Terrier

Distracted Easy

Yes

Focused & Patient

Breed Instincts

Miniature Schnauzer

Smooth Fox Terrier

Aggression

Below Average

Burrow / Digging

Below Average

Average

Chasing

Above Average

Average

Follow Commands

Average

Fighting

Below Average

Guarding

Below Average

Herding

Below Average

Hunting

Average

Protection

Below Average

Remove Vermin

Above Average

Average

Sled Pulling

None

Average

Watch / Guardian

Above Average

Average

Health Comparison

Lifespan

Miniature Schnauzer

Smooth Fox Terrier

Average Lifespan

12-14 Years

12-15 Years

Health Concerns

Miniature Schnauzer

Smooth Fox Terrier

Common Health Issues

Cataracts

Progressive retinal atrophy

MAC Lung Disease

Cataracts

Patellar luxation

Legg-Calve-Perthes disease

Distichiasis

Deafness

Lens luxation

Appearance Comparison

Coat

Miniature Schnauzer

Smooth Fox Terrier

Coat Type

Hair

Fur

Coat Layering

Double

Single

Smooth

Coat Texture

Rough

Straight

Coat Length

Short to Medium

Short

Coat Coloring

Miniature Schnauzer

Smooth Fox Terrier

Breed Colors