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Name	Basenji	Standard Schnauzer	German Pinscher
Origins	Democratic Republic of the Congo	Germany	Germany
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Working Dogs	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	84	90	136
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Other Names What other names do they have?	African Barkless Dog African Bush Dog Ango Angari Congo Terrier Zande Dog Congo Dog	Schnauzer Wirehair Pinscher Mittelschnauzer	Glatthaariger Pinscher Standard Pinscher
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Basenji vs Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Basenji vs Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Basenji or Standard Schnauzer or German Pinscher? Which is the smallest dog, Basenji or Standard Schnauzer or German Pinscher?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Basenji or Standard Schnauzer or Standard Schnauzer? Basenji vs Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher weight comparison:	Male: 22-26 pounds (10-12 kg), Female: 20-25 pounds (9-11 kg)	Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)	25-35 pounds (11-16 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 24 pounds (11 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 35 pounds (16 kg)	30 pounds (13.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Basenji or Standard Schnauzer or German Pinscher? Basenji vs Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher height comparison:	Male: 16-17 inches (41-43 cm), Female: 15-16 inches (38-41 cm)	Male: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)	16-19 inches (41-48 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: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	17.5 inches (44.5 cm)

Basenji vs Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Basenji or Standard Schnauzer or German Pinscher? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1200	$1200-$1500	$1400-$1600
Availability Which is easier to get, Basenji or Standard Schnauzer or German Pinscher?	Very frequent: The Basenji is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Standard Schnauzer is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The German Pinscher is easier than average to get.

Basenji vs Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Basenji vs Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher intelligence:	Low: The Basenji is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.	Very smart: Standard Schnauzer is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability Basenji vs Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher trainability comparison.	Basenji dogs are easy to train. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. See more.	German Pinscher dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Basenji or Standard Schnauzer or German Pinscher?	Basenji dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	German Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Basenji or Standard Schnauzer or German Pinscher? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Basenji dogs are average defenders. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	German Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Basenji vs Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Basenji or Standard Schnauzer or German Pinscher? Basenji vs Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher behavior/temperament comparison:	Curious Playful Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate	Playful Intelligent Devoted Lively Trainable Good-natured	Loving Courageous Lively Outright Tempered Spirited Familiar
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. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Basenji vs Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher?	Slightly Below Average: Basenji dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	Average to High: Standard Schnauzer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: German Pinscher dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Basenji vs Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher social needs comparison:	Basenji dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are a social breed. See more.	German Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
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. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the German Pinscher is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
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. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	German Pinscher dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Basenji vs Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Basenji vs Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher playfulness comparison:	Average: Basenjis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Standard Schnauzer is a highly playful breed. See more.	The German Pinscher is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Basenji vs Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher?	Low: The Basenji barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The Standard Schnauzer barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The German Pinscher 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 Basenji or Standard Schnauzer or German Pinscher?	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 Standard Schnauzer indoors.	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 German Pinscher indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Basenji vs Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Basenji dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Standard Schnauzer dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: German Pinscher dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Basenji or Standard Schnauzer or German Pinscher?	Basenji dogs handle alone time quite well.	Standard 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 Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Basenji or Standard Schnauzer or German Pinscher?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Basenji bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Standard Schnauzer bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Pinscher bite force: Ordinary.
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 Basenji has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Standard Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The German Pinscher has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Basenji vs Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher mouthiness comparison:	Basenji dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	German Pinscher dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Basenji vs Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Basenji vs Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher health comparison. Which is the healthier: Basenji vs Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher?	The Basenji is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Standard Schnauzers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	German Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Basenji vs Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Basenji vs Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher health problems comparison:	Eye Problems Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Kidney Issues	Hip Dysplasia Follicular Dermatitis	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Basenji should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Standard Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The German Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Basenji vs Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher lifespan comparison. How long do Basenji, Standard Schnauzer and German Pinscher breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Basenji: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Standard Schnauzer: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of German Pinscher: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Basenji vs Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Standard Schnauzer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. 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.

Basenji vs Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Basenji vs Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Basenji or Standard Schnauzer or German Pinscher?	3/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Basenji vs Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Basenji has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Low: The Standard Schnauzer has good luck with genetics. See more.	Average: The German Pinscher has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Basenji vs Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher Allergies and Grooming Comparison

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

Basenji vs Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Basenji dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	German Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Basenji or Standard Schnauzer or German Pinscher? Which dog is more friendly?	Basenji dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	German Pinscher 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 Basenji or Standard Schnauzer or German Pinscher?	Basenji dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	German Pinscher dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Basenji or Standard Schnauzer or German Pinscher?	Basenji dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	German Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Basenji or Standard Schnauzer or German Pinscher?	Basenji dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	German Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Basenji vs Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher?	Yes Basenji dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Standard Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes German Pinscher 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 Standard Schnauzer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No German Pinscher 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.	Standard Schnauzers are usually recommended for elderly people.	German Pinschers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Basenji vs Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher 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: Basenji or Standard Schnauzer or German Pinscher? 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: Basenji vs Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher?	Not really Basenji breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Standard Schnauzer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Pinscher 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	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 Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher 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 Basenji and Standard Schnauzer and German Pinscher have?	4-5 puppies	4-8 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Basenji vs Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1944 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2003 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	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 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?	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 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 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

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