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Name	Brittany	Miniature Schnauzer	Beagle
Origins	France	Germany	England
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Group	Gun Dog	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	26	18	6
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Other Names What other names do they have?	American Brittany Brittany Spaniel Epagneul Breton	Zwergschnauzer	English Beagle
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Brittany vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Brittany vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Brittany or Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle? Which is the smallest dog, Brittany or Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle?	Medium	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Brittany or Miniature Schnauzer or Miniature Schnauzer? Brittany vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle weight comparison:	Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)	Male: 11-18 pounds (5.0-8.2 kg), Female: 10-15 pounds (4.5-6.8 kg)	Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg)	Male: 14.5 pounds (5.0-8.2 kg), Female: 12.5 pounds (4.5-6.8 kg)	Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Brittany or Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle? Brittany vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle height comparison:	Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	Male: 14 inches (35.6 cm), Female: 13 inches (33.0 cm)	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)	Male: 14 inches (35.6 cm), Female: 13 inches (33.0 cm)	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Brittany vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Brittany or Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle? Which is more expensive?	$700-$800	$600-$1000	$500-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Brittany or Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle?	Very frequent: The Brittany is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Miniature Schnauzer is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.

Brittany vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Brittany vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle intelligence:	Very smart: Brittany is an excellent dog breed. 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 Brittany vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle trainability comparison.	Brittany dogs are easy to train. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. See more.	Beagle dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Brittany or Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle?	Brittany dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Brittany or Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Brittany dogs are average defenders. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Brittany vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Brittany or Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle? Brittany vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Alert Intelligent Responsive Social	Alert Intelligent Friendly Obedient Fearless Spirited	Loving Independent Intelligent Friendly Lively Gentle Sweet
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Brittany dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. 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: Brittany vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle?	High: Brittany 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: Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Brittany vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle social needs comparison:	Brittany dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are a social breed. See more.	Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Brittany is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Beagle dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Brittany dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Brittany vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Brittany vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle playfulness comparison:	The Brittany is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Miniature Schnauzers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Beagle is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Brittany vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle?	Average: The Brittany barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Miniature Schnauzer barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Beagle is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Brittany or Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle?	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 Brittany 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 Miniature Schnauzer indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Beagle breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Brittany vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Brittany 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.	Beagle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Brittany or Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle?	Brittany 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.	Beagle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Brittany vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Brittany or Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Brittany bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Miniature Schnauzer bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Beagle 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 Brittany has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Beagle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Brittany vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle mouthiness comparison:	Brittany 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.	Beagle dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Brittany vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Brittany vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Brittany vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle?	The Brittany 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 Beagle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Brittany vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Brittany vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Epilepsy	Cataracts Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Mycobacterium avium-intracellulare infection (MAI)	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Intervertebral Disk Disease Cherry Eye Distichiasis Glaucoma Beagle Dwarfism Chinese Beagle Syndrome
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Brittany 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 Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Brittany vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle lifespan comparison. How long do Brittany, Miniature Schnauzer and Beagle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Brittany: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Miniature Schnauzer: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Brittany vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Brittany 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 Miniature Schnauzer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Brittany vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Brittany or Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle? Brittany vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle energy level comparison:	Brittany dogs are high-energy dogs.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Beagle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Brittany vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Brittany or Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Brittany dogs need a lot of exercises.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have an average exercise need.	Beagle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Brittany or Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle?	Brittany dogs don't need too much sleep.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Beagle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Brittany vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Brittany or Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle?	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	0.5 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? Brittany vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Brittany 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.	High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Brittany vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Brittany vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle coat comparison:	Feathered	Wiry	Dense
Colors What are the original Brittany, Miniature Schnauzer and Beagle color?	White Orange Liver Roan	Black Silver Pepper Salt	Black Tan Red White Tricolor
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Brittany or Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle? Brittany vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Miniature Schnauzer requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Brittany or Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle? Brittany or Miniature Schnauzer or {name3 shedding:	Brittany dogs are low shedders. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Beagle 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: Brittany or Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle?	6-8 weeks 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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Brittany vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle 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, Brittany vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle?	Medium ⏺ The Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Beagle has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Brittany 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 Beagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Brittany vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle Good With Comparison

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

Brittany vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Brittany or Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle? 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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Brittany vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle?	Not really Brittany breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Miniature Schnauzer breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Beagle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Brittany vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle 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 Brittany and Miniature Schnauzer and Beagle have?	1-11 puppies, average 6	3-6 puppies	2-14 puppies, average 7
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Brittany vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1926 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs 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 Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds 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	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

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