Miniature Schnauzer vs Wire Fox Terrier

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

Miniature Schnauzer vs Wire Fox Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Wire Fox Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Wire Fox Terrier
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General Details
Miniature Schnauzer
Wire Fox Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
Yes
Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-15 Years
Height
12-14 Inches
14-15 Inches
Weight
11-20 Pounds
15-19 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Miniature Schnauzer
Wire Fox Terrier
Origin Country
Germany
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1888 AD
1876 AD
Temperament
Miniature Schnauzer
Wire Fox Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Average
Personality
Miniature Schnauzer
Wire Fox Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Needy
Stubborn
Living Environment
Miniature Schnauzer
Wire Fox Terrier
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Miniature Schnauzer
Wire Fox Terrier
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
17 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Low to Medium
High
Grooming Needs
Miniature Schnauzer
Wire Fox Terrier
Coat Maintenance
High
Low
Shedding
Low
None to Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
None to Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Miniature Schnauzer
Wire Fox Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
Yes
Yes
Breed Focus
Miniature Schnauzer
Wire Fox Terrier
Distracted Easy
Yes
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Miniature Schnauzer
Wire Fox Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Above Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Below Average
Average
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Miniature Schnauzer
Wire Fox Terrier
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-15 Years
Health Concerns
Miniature Schnauzer
Wire Fox Terrier
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Progressive retinal atrophy
MAC Lung Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Epilepsy
Deafness
Arthritis
Eye problems
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Miniature Schnauzer
Wire Fox Terrier
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Wire
Coat Texture
Rough
Rough
Coat Length
Short to Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Miniature Schnauzer
Wire Fox Terrier
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and Silver
Black and Silver
Liver
Liver
White
White
White and Black
White and Black
White and Tan
White and Tan
White, Black, and Tan
White, Black, and Tan
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