Miniature Schnauzer vs Welsh Springer Spaniel

Compare the Miniature Schnauzer to the Welsh Springer Spaniel. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Miniature Schnauzers and Welsh Springer Spaniels.

Miniature Schnauzer vs Welsh Springer Spaniel
Miniature Schnauzer
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Miniature Schnauzer
Welsh Springer Spaniel
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General Details
Miniature Schnauzer
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Height
12-14 Inches
17-19 Inches
Weight
11-20 Pounds
35-45 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Miniature Schnauzer
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Origin Country
Germany
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1888 AD
-5000 BC
Temperament
Miniature Schnauzer
Welsh Springer Spaniel
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
Average
Personality
Miniature Schnauzer
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Traits
Affectionate
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Miniature Schnauzer
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
40-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Miniature Schnauzer
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
17 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
Low to Medium
High
Grooming Needs
Miniature Schnauzer
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Coat Maintenance
High
Low
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Low to Medium
Drool
None to Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Miniature Schnauzer
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
Yes
Breed Focus
Miniature Schnauzer
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Distracted Easy
Yes
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Miniature Schnauzer
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Miniature Schnauzer
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Miniature Schnauzer
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Progressive retinal atrophy
MAC Lung Disease
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Glaucoma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Miniature Schnauzer
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Rough
Silky
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Short to Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Miniature Schnauzer
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and Silver
Black and Silver
Liver
Liver
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