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Name	Lowchen	Miniature Schnauzer	Lakeland Terrier
Origins	Spain Germany France Netherlands	Germany	England
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Group	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Little Lion Little Lion Dog Petit Chien Lion Lowchen	Zwergschnauzer	Cumberland Terrier Fell Terrier Westmoreland Terrier Patterdale Terrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Lakeland Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Lakeland Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Lowchen or Miniature Schnauzer or Lakeland Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Lowchen or Miniature Schnauzer or Lakeland Terrier?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Lowchen or Miniature Schnauzer or Miniature Schnauzer? Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Lakeland Terrier weight comparison:	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)	Male: 17 pounds (7.7 kg), Female: 15 pounds (6.8 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	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)	Male: 17 pounds (7.7 kg), Female: 15 pounds (6.8 kg)
Height Which is taller, Lowchen or Miniature Schnauzer or Lakeland Terrier? Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Lakeland Terrier height comparison:	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)	14½ inches (36.8 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 13.5 inches (34 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm)	Male: 14 inches (35.6 cm), Female: 13 inches (33.0 cm)	14.5 inches (36.8 cm)

Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Lakeland Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Lowchen or Miniature Schnauzer or Lakeland Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$5000-$8000	$600-$1000	$1200-$1800
Availability Which is easier to get, Lowchen or Miniature Schnauzer or Lakeland Terrier?	Frequent: The Lowchen is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Miniature Schnauzer is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Lakeland Terrier is easier than average to get.

Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Lakeland Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Lakeland Terrier intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Very smart: Miniature Schnauzer is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Lakeland Terrier trainability comparison.	Lowchen dogs are easy to train. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. See more.	Lakeland Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Lowchen or Miniature Schnauzer or Lakeland Terrier?	Lowchen dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Lakeland Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Lowchen or Miniature Schnauzer or Lakeland Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Lowchen dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Lakeland Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Lakeland Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Lowchen or Miniature Schnauzer or Lakeland Terrier? Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Lakeland Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Playful Happy Friendly Familiar	Alert Intelligent Friendly Obedient Fearless Spirited	Independent Intelligent Confident Friendly Trainable Bold
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	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.	Lakeland Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Lakeland Terrier?	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.	Average to High: Lakeland Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Lakeland Terrier social needs comparison:	Lowchen dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are a social breed. See more.	Lakeland Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	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.	Lakeland Terrier 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.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Lakeland Terrier 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

Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Lakeland Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Lakeland Terrier playfulness comparison:	Average: Lowchens, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Miniature Schnauzers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Lakeland Terrier is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Lakeland Terrier?	A lot: Lowchen is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Miniature Schnauzer barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Lakeland Terrier 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 Lowchen or Miniature Schnauzer or Lakeland Terrier?	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.	Apartment-friendly dog the Lakeland Terrier breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Lakeland Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	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.	Average: Lakeland Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Lowchen or Miniature Schnauzer or Lakeland Terrier?	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.	Lakeland Terrier 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 vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Lakeland Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Lowchen or Miniature Schnauzer or Lakeland Terrier?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Lowchen bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Miniature Schnauzer bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Lakeland Terrier 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 Lowchen has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Lakeland Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Lakeland Terrier mouthiness comparison:	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.	Lakeland Terrier dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Lakeland Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Lakeland Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Lakeland Terrier?	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.	Lakeland Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Lakeland Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Lakeland Terrier health problems comparison:	Cataracts Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)	Cataracts Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Mycobacterium avium-intracellulare infection (MAI)	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	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.	Frequent The Lakeland Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Lakeland Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Lowchen, Miniature Schnauzer and Lakeland Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	13-15 years The average lifespan of Lowchen: 14 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Miniature Schnauzer: 13 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Lakeland Terrier: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Lakeland Terrier?	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.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Lakeland Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Lakeland Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Lowchen or Miniature Schnauzer or Lakeland Terrier? Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Lakeland Terrier energy level comparison:	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.	Lakeland Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Lakeland Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Lowchen or Miniature Schnauzer or Lakeland Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Lowchen dogs have an average exercise need.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have an average exercise need.	Lakeland Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Lowchen or Miniature Schnauzer or Lakeland Terrier?	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.	Lakeland Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Lakeland Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Lowchen or Miniature Schnauzer or Lakeland Terrier?	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	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? Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Lakeland Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	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.	Average: The Lakeland Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Lakeland Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Lakeland Terrier coat comparison:	Dense Silky Wavy Harsh	Wiry	Wiry
Colors What are the original Lowchen, Miniature Schnauzer and Lakeland Terrier color?	Black Tan Red Blue White Silver Brown Grey	Black Silver Pepper Salt	Black Tan Red Blue Grizzle Liver Wheaten
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Lowchen or Miniature Schnauzer or Lakeland Terrier? Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Lakeland Terrier grooming comparison:	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.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Lowchen or Miniature Schnauzer or Lakeland Terrier? Lowchen or Miniature Schnauzer or {name3 shedding:	Lowchen dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Lakeland Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Lowchen or Miniature Schnauzer or Lakeland Terrier?	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.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Lakeland Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Lakeland Terrier?	Low 🔽 The Lowchen has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Lakeland Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	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.	The Lakeland Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Lakeland Terrier Good With Comparison

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

Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Lakeland Terrier 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: Lowchen or Miniature Schnauzer or Lakeland Terrier? 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: Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Lakeland Terrier?	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.	Not really Lakeland Terrier breed usually doesn't like 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.

Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Lakeland Terrier 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 Lowchen and Miniature Schnauzer and Lakeland Terrier have?	3-6 puppies	3-6 puppies	3-5 puppies
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Lowchen vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Lakeland Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	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.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the 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.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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	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 New Zealand Kennel Club Club Espanol De Terriers

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