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Name	Boxer	Miniature Schnauzer	Border Terrier
Origins	Germany	Germany	England Scotland
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Group	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	11	18	92
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Deutscher Boxer German Boxer	Zwergschnauzer	Borders
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Boxer vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Boxer vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Boxer or Miniature Schnauzer or Border Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Boxer or Miniature Schnauzer or Border Terrier?	Medium	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Boxer or Miniature Schnauzer or Miniature Schnauzer? Boxer vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier weight comparison:	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 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: 65 pounds (29.5 kg), Female: 59 pounds (26.5 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, Boxer or Miniature Schnauzer or Border Terrier? Boxer vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier height comparison:	Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 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: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 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)

Boxer vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Boxer or Miniature Schnauzer or Border Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$600-$1200	$600-$1000	$1200-$1400
Availability Which is easier to get, Boxer or Miniature Schnauzer or Border Terrier?	Very frequent: The Boxer 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.

Boxer vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Boxer vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: Miniature Schnauzer is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Border Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Boxer vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier trainability comparison.	Boxer dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. See more.	Border Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Boxer or Miniature Schnauzer or Border Terrier?	Boxer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Border Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Boxer or Miniature Schnauzer or Border Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Boxer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Border Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Boxer vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Boxer or Miniature Schnauzer or Border Terrier? Boxer vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Energetic Intelligent Confident Friendly Loyal Fearless Brave Bright	Alert Intelligent Friendly Obedient Fearless Spirited	Alert Intelligent Affectionate Obedient Outright Tempered Fearless
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	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.	Border 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: Boxer vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier?	High: Boxer 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.	High: Border Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Boxer vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier social needs comparison:	Boxer dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are a social breed. See more.	Border Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Boxer dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Border Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Boxer dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Border Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Boxer vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Boxer vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier playfulness comparison:	The Boxer is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Miniature Schnauzers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Border Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Boxer vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier?	Low to Average: The Boxer rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Miniature Schnauzer barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Border Terrier is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Boxer or Miniature Schnauzer or Border Terrier?	Apartment-friendly dog the Boxer 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.	Very house-friendly dog the Border Terrier breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Boxer vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Boxer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Boxer or Miniature Schnauzer or Border Terrier?	Boxer 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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Boxer vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Boxer or Miniature Schnauzer or Border Terrier?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Boxer bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Miniature Schnauzer bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Border 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 Boxer 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.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Boxer vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier mouthiness comparison:	Boxer dogs have a lower than 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.	Border Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Boxer vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Boxer vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Boxer vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier?	The Boxer 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.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Boxer vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Boxer vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Deafness Demodectic Mange Aortic Stenosis Boxer Cardiomyopathy Corneal Dystrophy	Cataracts Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Mycobacterium avium-intracellulare infection (MAI)	Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Cryptorchidism Seizures Malocclusions Pulmonic Stenosis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Boxer 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.
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Life Expectancy Boxer vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Boxer, Miniature Schnauzer and Border Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Boxer: 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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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Boxer vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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 Border Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Boxer vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Boxer or Miniature Schnauzer or Border Terrier? Boxer vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier energy level comparison:	Boxer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Border Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Boxer vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Boxer or Miniature Schnauzer or Border Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Boxer 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: Boxer or Miniature Schnauzer or Border Terrier?	Boxer 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.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Boxer vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Boxer or Miniature Schnauzer or Border Terrier?	Recommended daily amount: 2 to 3 cups 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Boxer vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Boxer's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Miniature Schnauzer's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Border Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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Boxer vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Boxer vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier coat comparison:	Waterproof	Wiry	Rough
Colors What are the original Boxer, Miniature Schnauzer and Border Terrier color?	White Fawn Brindle	Black Silver Pepper Salt	Tan Red Blue Grizzle Wheaten
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Boxer or Miniature Schnauzer or Border Terrier? Boxer vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Boxer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Miniature Schnauzer requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Border Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Boxer or Miniature Schnauzer or Border Terrier? Boxer or Miniature Schnauzer or {name3 shedding:	Boxer dogs shed moderately. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Border Terrier 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: Boxer or Miniature Schnauzer or Border Terrier?	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 Boxer vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No 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, Boxer vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier?	High 🔼 The Boxer has a high 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.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Boxer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Miniature Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Border Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Boxer vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Boxer dogs are generally 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 Boxer or Miniature Schnauzer or Border Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Boxer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Border Terrier dogs are not the most 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 Boxer or Miniature Schnauzer or Border Terrier?	Boxer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Border Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Boxer or Miniature Schnauzer or Border Terrier?	Boxer dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Border Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Boxer or Miniature Schnauzer or Border Terrier?	Boxer 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: Boxer vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier?	Yes Boxer 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 Boxer 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?	Boxers 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.

Boxer vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border 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: Boxer or Miniature Schnauzer or Border 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: Boxer vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier?	Not really Boxer 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 Border 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?	Yes 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.

Boxer vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border 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 Boxer and Miniature Schnauzer and Border Terrier have?	2-10 puppies, average 6	3-6 puppies	2-8 puppies
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Boxer vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1926 as a Terrier breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian 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.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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 Canadian Canine Registry	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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