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Compare Basenji and Miniature Schnauzer. Which is better: Basenji or Miniature Schnauzer or Border Terrier?
Name | Basenji | Miniature Schnauzer | Border Terrier |
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Group | Hunting Dogs | Hunting Dogs | Hunting Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 84 | 18 | 92 |
Reviews | 2 | 5 | 1 |
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Basenji, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Terrier breeds. |
African Barkless Dog African Bush Dog Ango Angari Congo Terrier Zande Dog Congo Dog | Zwergschnauzer | Borders |
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Basenji, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Terrier? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier Size and Weight Comparison
Size Classification
Compare size differences between Basenji, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Terrier. Which breed is the largest? | Medium | Small | Small |
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Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Basenji, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Terrier? Compare adult weight ranges. | Male: 22-26 pounds (10-12 kg), Female: 20-25 pounds (9-11 kg) | Male: 11-18 pounds (5.0-8.2 kg), Female: 10-15 pounds (4.5-6.8 kg) | Males 13-16 pounds (6-7 kg), Female: 11-14 pounds (5-6 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | Male: 24 pounds (11 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg) | Male: 14.5 pounds (5.0-8.2 kg), Female: 12.5 pounds (4.5-6.8 kg) | Males 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg), Female: 12.5 pounds (5.5 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Basenji or Miniature Schnauzer or Border Terrier? Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier height comparison: | Male: 16-17 inches (41-43 cm), Female: 15-16 inches (38-41 cm) | Male: 14 inches (35.6 cm), Female: 13 inches (33.0 cm) | Male: 13-16 inches (33-41 cm), Female: 11-14 inches (28-36 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | Male: 16.5 inches (42 cm), Female: 15.5 inches (39.5 cm) | Male: 14 inches (35.6 cm), Female: 13 inches (33.0 cm) | Male: 14.5 inches (37 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm) |
Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier Price and Availability Comparison
Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Basenji, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Terrier. Find price differences between these breeds. | $1000-$1200 | $600-$1000 | $1200-$1400 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Basenji or Miniature Schnauzer or Border Terrier? | Very frequent: The Basenji is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Miniature Schnauzer is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Border Terrier is quite easy to get. |
Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Basenji, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Terrier. Which breed ranks highest? | Low: The Basenji is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. | Very smart: Miniature Schnauzer is an excellent dog breed. | Smart: The Border Terrier dogs have great intelligence. |
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Basenji, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Terrier. Which is easiest to train? | Basenji dogs are easy to train. | Miniature Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. | Border Terrier dogs are easy to train. |
Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Basenji, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Terrier. Which breed is most alert? | Basenji dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Miniature Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Border Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. |
Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Basenji, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Terrier. Which breed is most protective? | Basenji dogs are average defenders. | Miniature Schnauzer dogs strongly protect their territory. | Border Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. |
Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison
Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Basenji, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Terrier? Compare temperaments. |
Curious Playful Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate |
Alert Intelligent Friendly Obedient Fearless Spirited |
Alert Intelligent Affectionate Obedient Outright Tempered Fearless |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | Basenji dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | Border Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier? | Slightly Below Average: Basenji dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. | High: Miniature Schnauzer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Border Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier social needs comparison: | Basenji dogs are kinda antisocial. | Miniature Schnauzer dogs are a social breed. | Border Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Basenji dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. | Miniature Schnauzer dogs have average wanderlust potential. | The wanderlust potential of the Border Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Basenji dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. | Miniature Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. | Border Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. |
Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Basenji, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Terrier. Which breed is most vocal? | Low: The Basenji barks none to minimal. | Average: The Miniature Schnauzer barks occasionally. | Average to High: The Border Terrier is a vocal breed. |
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Basenji, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Terrier. Which breed is most playful? | Average: Basenjis, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Average: Miniature Schnauzers, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Average: Border Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. |
Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Basenji, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Terrier. Which adapts best to small spaces? | It is not recommended to keep the Basenji breed in the home. | 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. | Very house-friendly dog the Border Terrier breed. |
Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Basenji, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Terrier. Which breed is most flexible? | Average: Basenji dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually. | Miniature Schnauzer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Border Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
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Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Basenji or Miniature Schnauzer or Border Terrier? | Basenji dogs handle alone time quite well. | 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. | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. |
Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Basenji, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Terrier. Which has lowest bite risk? | Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Miniature Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Border Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody. |
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Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Basenji, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Terrier. Which uses mouth most during play? | Basenji dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. | Miniature Schnauzer dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Border Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. |
Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Basenji, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Terrier. Which has the strongest bite? | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Basenji bite force: Ordinary. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Miniature Schnauzer bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Border Terrier bite force: Weak. |
Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison
Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Basenji, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Terrier. Which breed lives longest? |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Basenji: 11 years |
12-14 years The average lifespan of Miniature Schnauzer: 13 years |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Border Terrier: 13 years |
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Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Basenji, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Terrier. Which handles climate changes best? | Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. | 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. | Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Border Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. |
Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Basenji, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Terrier. Which has fewer health issues? | The Basenji is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Miniature Schnauzer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Border Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. |
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Average The Basenji should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Miniature Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Border Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier health problems comparison: |
Eye Problems Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Kidney Issues |
Cataracts Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Mycobacterium avium-intracellulare infection (MAI) |
Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Cryptorchidism Seizures Malocclusions Pulmonic Stenosis |
Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Basenji, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Terrier. Which breed is most active? | Basenji dogs are high-energy dogs. | Miniature Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs. | Border Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Basenji or Miniature Schnauzer or Border Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Basenji dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Miniature Schnauzer dogs have an average exercise need. | Border Terrier dogs have an average exercise need. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Basenji or Miniature Schnauzer or Border Terrier? | Basenji dogs don't need too much sleep. | Miniature Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep. | Border Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. |
Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Basenji, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Terrier. Which is most prone to obesity? | Low to Average: The Basenji has a low to the average risk for obesity. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Miniature Schnauzer's weight, he can easily gain weight. | High: The Border Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. |
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Basenji, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Terrier. Which needs most food? | 3/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day. | 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Basenji, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Terrier. Which is best for allergy sufferers? | No See more. | Yes See more. | Yes See more. |
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Basenji, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Terrier. What colors are available? |
Black Tan Red White Brindle |
Black Silver Pepper Salt |
Tan Red Blue Grizzle Wheaten |
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Basenji, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Terrier. Which requires most maintenance? | Effortless: The Basenji requires minimal grooming. | Advanced: The Miniature Schnauzer requires a lot of grooming. | Average: The Border Terrier requires average grooming effort. |
Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Basenji, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Terrier. Which drools least? | The Basenji is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. | The Miniature Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Border Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Basenji, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Terrier. Which has least natural smell? | Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Miniature Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Border Terrier has an average chance of bad smell. |
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Basenji, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Terrier. How do their fur characteristics differ? | Fine | Wiry | Rough |
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Basenji, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Terrier. Which requires most frequent baths? | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Basenji or Miniature Schnauzer or Border Terrier? Basenji or Miniature Schnauzer or {name3 shedding: | Basenji dogs shed none to minimal. | Miniature Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal. | Border Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. |
Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier Good With Comparison
Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Basenji, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Terrier. Which is best with kids? | Basenji dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Miniature Schnauzer dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Border Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. |
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Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Basenji dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets. | Miniature Schnauzer dogs are generally with other pets. | Border Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets. |
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Basenji or Miniature Schnauzer or Border Terrier? Which dog is more friendly? | Basenji dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Miniature Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Border Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Basenji or Miniature Schnauzer or Border Terrier? | Basenji dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs. | Miniature Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Border Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Basenji or Miniature Schnauzer or Border Terrier? | Basenji dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. | Miniature Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Border Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier? |
Yes Basenji 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 Border Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Basenji is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Miniature Schnauzer is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Border Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Basenjis are usually recommended for elderly people. | Miniature Schnauzers are usually recommended for elderly people. | Border Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people. |
Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Basenji, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Terrier. Which is best suited for service work? | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Basenji, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Terrier. Which excels in therapy work? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Basenji, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Terrier. Which has best nose work ability? | 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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Basenji, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Terrier. Which is best for SAR work? | 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. |
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Basenji, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Terrier. Which is best suited for water work? | Not really Basenji breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Yes Miniature Schnauzer breed usually likes being on a boat. | Not really Border Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Basenji, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Terrier. Which is best for draft work? | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Basenji, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Terrier. Which has most military use? | Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs. | 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. |
Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier Reproducibility Comparison
Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Basenji, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Terrier. Which has most puppies? | 4-5 puppies | 3-6 puppies | 2-8 puppies |
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Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Basenji, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Terrier. Any breeding differences? | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Basenji, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Terrier. What's recommended? | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier Recognition Comparison
AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Basenji, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Terrier. How are they classified? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1944 as a Hound breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1926 as a Terrier breed. | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. |
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FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Basenji, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Terrier. How are they classified internationally? | Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type section. | 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. |
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Basenji, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Terrier. Which has most recognition? |
Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. 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 Canadian Canine Registry American Pet Registry, Inc. |
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 National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Border Terrier Club Of America, Inc. Club Espanol De Terriers |
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