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Name	Cockapoo	Lowchen	Miniature Schnauzer
Origins	United States	Spain Germany France Netherlands	Germany
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Cockerdoodle Spoodle Cockerpoo	Little Lion Little Lion Dog Petit Chien Lion Lowchen	Zwergschnauzer
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Cockapoo vs Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Purebred

Cockapoo vs Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Cockapoo or Lowchen or Miniature Schnauzer? Which is the smallest dog, Cockapoo or Lowchen or Miniature Schnauzer?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Cockapoo or Lowchen or Lowchen? Cockapoo vs Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer weight comparison:	12-24 pounds (5.4-11 kg)	Male: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg), Female: 11-15 pounds (5-7 kg)	Male: 11-18 pounds (5.0-8.2 kg), Female: 10-15 pounds (4.5-6.8 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	18 pounds (5.7.5 kg)	Male: 15.5 pounds (7 kg), Female: 13 pounds (6 kg)	Male: 14.5 pounds (5.0-8.2 kg), Female: 12.5 pounds (4.5-6.8 kg)
Height Which is taller, Cockapoo or Lowchen or Miniature Schnauzer? Cockapoo vs Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer height comparison:	10-15 inches (25-38 cm)	Male: 13–15 inches (32–39 cm), Female: 12–15 inches (30–37 cm)	Male: 14 inches (35.6 cm), Female: 13 inches (33.0 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	12.5 inches (31.5 cm)	Male: 13.5 inches (34 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm)	Male: 14 inches (35.6 cm), Female: 13 inches (33.0 cm)

Cockapoo vs Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Cockapoo or Lowchen or Miniature Schnauzer? Which is more expensive?	$900-$1100	$5000-$8000	$600-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Cockapoo or Lowchen or Miniature Schnauzer?	Frequent: The Cockapoo is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Lowchen is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Miniature Schnauzer is quite easy to get.

Cockapoo vs Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Cockapoo vs Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Very smart: Miniature Schnauzer is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Cockapoo vs Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer trainability comparison.	Cockapoo dogs are easy to train. See more.	Lowchen dogs are easy to train. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Cockapoo or Lowchen or Miniature Schnauzer?	Cockapoo dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Lowchen dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Cockapoo or Lowchen or Miniature Schnauzer? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Cockapoo dogs are average defenders. See more.	Lowchen dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Cockapoo vs Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Cockapoo or Lowchen or Miniature Schnauzer? Cockapoo vs Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Loving Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Going Social Cheerful	Active Playful Happy Friendly Familiar	Alert Intelligent Friendly Obedient Fearless Spirited
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Lowchen dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Cockapoo vs Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer?	High: Cockapoo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Lowchen dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Miniature Schnauzer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Cockapoo vs Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer social needs comparison:	Cockapoo dogs are a social breed. See more.	Lowchen dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Cockapoo dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Lowchen dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Cockapoo vs Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Cockapoo vs Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer playfulness comparison:	The Cockapoo is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Lowchens, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Miniature Schnauzers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Cockapoo vs Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer?	Average: The Cockapoo barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Lowchen is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Miniature Schnauzer barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Cockapoo or Lowchen or Miniature Schnauzer?	Very house-friendly dog the Cockapoo breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Lowchen breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Miniature Schnauzer indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Cockapoo vs Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Cockapoo dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Lowchen dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Cockapoo or Lowchen or Miniature Schnauzer?	Cockapoo dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Lowchen dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Cockapoo vs Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Cockapoo or Lowchen or Miniature Schnauzer?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Cockapoo bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Lowchen bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Miniature Schnauzer bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Cockapoo has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Lowchen has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Cockapoo vs Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer mouthiness comparison:	Cockapoo dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Lowchen dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Cockapoo vs Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Cockapoo vs Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer health comparison. Which is the healthier: Cockapoo vs Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer?	The Cockapoo is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Lowchens tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Miniature Schnauzer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Cockapoo vs Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cockapoo vs Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer health problems comparison:	Luxating Patella Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)	Cataracts Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)	Cataracts Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Mycobacterium avium-intracellulare infection (MAI)
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Cockapoo should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Lowchen should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Miniature Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Cockapoo vs Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer lifespan comparison. How long do Cockapoo, Lowchen and Miniature Schnauzer breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	14-18 years The average lifespan of Cockapoo: 16 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Lowchen: 14 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Miniature Schnauzer: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Cockapoo vs Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Miniature Schnauzer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Cockapoo vs Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Cockapoo or Lowchen or Miniature Schnauzer? Cockapoo vs Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer energy level comparison:	Cockapoo dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Lowchen dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Cockapoo vs Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Cockapoo or Lowchen or Miniature Schnauzer? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Cockapoo dogs have an average exercise need.	Lowchen dogs have an average exercise need.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Cockapoo or Lowchen or Miniature Schnauzer?	Cockapoo dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Lowchen dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Cockapoo vs Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Cockapoo or Lowchen or Miniature Schnauzer?	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Cockapoo vs Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cockapoo's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Lowchen has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Miniature Schnauzer's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Cockapoo vs Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Cockapoo vs Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer coat comparison:	Curly Wavy	Dense Silky Wavy Harsh	Wiry
Colors What are the original Cockapoo, Lowchen and Miniature Schnauzer color?	Black Tan Red White Silver Brown	Black Tan Red Blue White Silver Brown Grey	Black Silver Pepper Salt
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Cockapoo or Lowchen or Miniature Schnauzer? Cockapoo vs Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Advanced: The Miniature Schnauzer requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Cockapoo or Lowchen or Miniature Schnauzer? Cockapoo or Lowchen or {name3 shedding:	Cockapoo dogs are low shedders. See more.	Lowchen dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Cockapoo or Lowchen or Miniature Schnauzer?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Cockapoo vs Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Cockapoo vs Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer?	Medium ⏺ The Cockapoo has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Lowchen has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Cockapoo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Lowchen is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Miniature Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Cockapoo vs Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Cockapoo dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Lowchen dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Cockapoo or Lowchen or Miniature Schnauzer? Which dog is more friendly?	Cockapoo dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Lowchen dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Cockapoo or Lowchen or Miniature Schnauzer?	Cockapoo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Lowchen dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Cockapoo or Lowchen or Miniature Schnauzer?	Cockapoo dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Lowchen dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Cockapoo or Lowchen or Miniature Schnauzer?	Cockapoo dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Lowchen dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Cockapoo vs Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer?	Yes Cockapoo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Lowchen dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Miniature Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Cockapoo is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Lowchen is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Miniature Schnauzer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Cockapoos are usually recommended for elderly people.	Lowchens are usually recommended for elderly people.	Miniature Schnauzers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Cockapoo vs Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Cockapoo or Lowchen or Miniature Schnauzer? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Cockapoo vs Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer?	Not really Cockapoo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Lowchen breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Miniature Schnauzer breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Cockapoo vs Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Cockapoo and Lowchen and Miniature Schnauzer have?	4-6 puppies	3-6 puppies	3-6 puppies
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Cockapoo vs Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1926 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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