Miniature Schnauzer vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

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

Miniature Schnauzer vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
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General Details
Miniature Schnauzer
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
Yes
Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Height
12-14 Inches
17-20 Inches
Weight
11-20 Pounds
30-45 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Miniature Schnauzer
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Origin Country
Germany
Ireland
Origin Year
1888 AD
1937 AD
Temperament
Miniature Schnauzer
Soft Coated Wheaten 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
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Miniature Schnauzer
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
35-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Miniature Schnauzer
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Energy Level
Medium
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
17 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
Low to Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Miniature Schnauzer
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Coat Maintenance
High
Low
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
None to Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Miniature Schnauzer
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Miniature Schnauzer
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Miniature Schnauzer
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Miniature Schnauzer
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Miniature Schnauzer
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Progressive retinal atrophy
MAC Lung Disease
Addison's disease
Cancer
Allergies
Renal dysplasia
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Miniature Schnauzer
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Rough
Shaggy
Wavy
Coat Length
Short to Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Miniature Schnauzer
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and Silver
Black and Silver
Liver
Liver
Wheaten
Wheaten
Wheaten (Dark)
Wheaten (Dark)
Wheaten (Light)
Wheaten (Light)
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