Doberman Pinscher vs Giant Schnauzer vs Briard Comparison - Dog breed selector: Doberman or Riesenschnauzer or Berger Briard? Find the right dog for you
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Compare Doberman Pinscher and Giant Schnauzer. Which is better: Doberman Pinscher or Giant Schnauzer or Briard?
Name | Doberman Pinscher | Giant Schnauzer | Briard |
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Group | Working Dogs | Working Dogs | Pastoral / Herding Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 16 | 80 | 127 |
Reviews | 18 | 4 | 2 |
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Doberman Pinscher, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard breeds. |
Doberman Dobermann Dobynm Dobie | Riesenschnauzer |
Berger Briard Berger De Brie |
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Doberman Pinscher, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Doberman Pinscher vs Giant Schnauzer vs Briard Size and Weight Comparison
Size Classification
Compare size differences between Doberman Pinscher, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which breed is the largest? | Medium | Giant | Large |
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Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Doberman Pinscher, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard? Compare adult weight ranges. | Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg) | Males 60-105 pounds (27-48 kg), Female: 55-75 pounds (25-34 kg) | 75 pounds (35 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | Male: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg) | Males 82.5 pounds (37.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg) | 75 pounds (35 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Doberman Pinscher or Giant Schnauzer or Briard? Doberman Pinscher vs Giant Schnauzer vs Briard height comparison: | Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm) | Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm) | Male: 24-27 inches (62-68 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-64 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm) | Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm) | Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (60 cm) |
Doberman Pinscher vs Giant Schnauzer vs Briard Price and Availability Comparison
Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Doberman Pinscher, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Find price differences between these breeds. | $800-$1000 | $1000-$1500 | $1000-$1200 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Doberman Pinscher or Giant Schnauzer or Briard? | Very frequent: The Doberman Pinscher is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Giant Schnauzer is quite easy to get. | Frequent: The Briard is easier than average to get. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Giant Schnauzer vs Briard Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Doberman Pinscher, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which breed ranks highest? | Outstanding: Doberman Pinscher is one of the brightest dog breeds. | Smart: The Giant Schnauzer dogs have great intelligence. | Smart: The Briard dogs have great intelligence. |
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Doberman Pinscher, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which is easiest to train? | Doberman Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train. | Giant Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. | Briard dogs are easy to train. |
Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Doberman Pinscher, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which breed is most alert? | Doberman Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Giant Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Briard dogs are one of the best watchdogs. |
Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Doberman Pinscher, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which breed is most protective? | Doberman Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Giant Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Briard dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Giant Schnauzer vs Briard Personality and Temperament Comparison
Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Doberman Pinscher, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard? Compare temperaments. |
Energetic Alert Intelligent Obedient Loyal Fearless |
Powerful Intelligent Dominant Loyal Kind Strong Willed |
Protective Intelligent Obedient Loyal Fearless Faithful |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | Sensitive: Doberman Pinscher dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Doberman Pinscher vs Giant Schnauzer vs Briard? | High: Doberman Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. | High: Briard dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Doberman Pinscher vs Giant Schnauzer vs Briard social needs comparison: | Doberman Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average. | Giant Schnauzer dogs need for social interaction is average. | Briard dogs are a social breed. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Doberman Pinscher dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. | The wanderlust potential of the Giant Schnauzer is strong enough to escape from home. | Briard dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Their prey drive is low. | Giant Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. | Briard 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. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Giant Schnauzer vs Briard Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Doberman Pinscher, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which breed is most vocal? | Low to Average: The Doberman Pinscher rarely barks. | Average: The Giant Schnauzer barks occasionally. | Average: The Briard barks occasionally. |
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Doberman Pinscher, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which breed is most playful? | Average: Doberman Pinschers, like any other dog breed, like playing. | The Giant Schnauzer is a highly playful breed. | Average: Briards, like any other dog breed, like playing. |
Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Doberman Pinscher, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which adapts best to small spaces? | Very house-friendly dog the Doberman Pinscher breed. | Not an apartment-friendly dog the Giant Schnauzer breed. | It is not recommended to keep the Briard breed in the home. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Giant Schnauzer vs Briard Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Doberman Pinscher, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which breed is most flexible? | Doberman Pinscher dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually. | Briard dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. |
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Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Doberman Pinscher or Giant Schnauzer or Briard? | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. | Briard 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. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Giant Schnauzer vs Briard Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Doberman Pinscher, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which has lowest bite risk? | Moderate ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Briard has a low chance of biting somebody. |
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Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Doberman Pinscher, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which uses mouth most during play? | Doberman Pinscher dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Giant Schnauzer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Briard dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Doberman Pinscher, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which has the strongest bite? | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Doberman Pinscher bite force: Ordinary. | Above 400 PSI 🔼 Giant Schnauzer bite force: The Strongest. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Briard bite force: Ordinary. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Giant Schnauzer vs Briard Health and Lifespan Comparison
Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Doberman Pinscher, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which breed lives longest? |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Doberman Pinscher: 11 years |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Giant Schnauzer: 11 years |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Briard: 11 years |
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Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Doberman Pinscher, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. 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 Giant 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 Briard can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. |
Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Doberman Pinscher, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which has fewer health issues? | Doberman Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs. | Giant Schnauzers are commonly healthy dogs. | The Briard 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? |
Rare The Doberman Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). |
Rare The Giant Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). |
Average The Briard should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Doberman Pinscher vs Giant Schnauzer vs Briard? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Doberman Pinscher vs Giant Schnauzer vs Briard health problems comparison: | Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Wobbler's Syndrome Cardiomyopathy |
Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Heart Problems Elbow Dysplasia Retinal Dysplasia Glaucoma Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca | No data available |
Doberman Pinscher vs Giant Schnauzer vs Briard Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Doberman Pinscher, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which breed is most active? | Doberman Pinscher dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Giant Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs. | Briard dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Doberman Pinscher vs Giant Schnauzer vs Briard exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Doberman Pinscher or Giant Schnauzer or Briard? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Doberman Pinscher dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Giant Schnauzer dogs need a lot of exercises. | Briard dogs need a lot of exercises. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Doberman Pinscher or Giant Schnauzer or Briard? | Doberman Pinscher dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. | Giant Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep. | Briard dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Giant Schnauzer vs Briard Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Doberman Pinscher, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which is most prone to obesity? | Average: The Doberman Pinscher has an average risk for obesity. | Average: The Giant Schnauzer has an average risk for obesity. | Average: The Briard has an average risk for obesity. |
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Doberman Pinscher, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which needs most food? | 5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals | 4 to 7 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Giant Schnauzer vs Briard Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Doberman Pinscher, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which is best for allergy sufferers? | No See more. | Yes See more. | No See more. |
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Doberman Pinscher, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. What colors are available? |
Black Tan Red Blue White Brown |
Black Pepper Salt |
Black Gray Tawny |
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Doberman Pinscher, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which requires most maintenance? | Easy to groom: The Doberman Pinscher doesn't require a lot of grooming. | Average: The Giant Schnauzer requires average grooming effort. | Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. |
Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Doberman Pinscher, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which drools least? | The Doberman Pinscher drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. | The Giant Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Briard is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Doberman Pinscher, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which has least natural smell? | Medium ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Briard has an average chance of bad smell. |
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Doberman Pinscher, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. How do their fur characteristics differ? | Fine | Wiry | Fine |
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Doberman Pinscher, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. 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. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Doberman Pinscher or Giant Schnauzer or Briard? Doberman Pinscher or Giant Schnauzer or {name3 shedding: | Doberman Pinscher dogs shed moderately. | Giant Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal. | Briard dogs shed moderately. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Giant Schnauzer vs Briard Good With Comparison
Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Doberman Pinscher, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which is best with kids? | Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly dogs towards children. | Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs. | Briard dogs are kid-friendly dogs. |
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Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Doberman Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets. | Giant Schnauzer dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets. | Briard dogs are generally with other pets. |
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Doberman Pinscher or Giant Schnauzer or Briard? Which dog is more friendly? | Doberman Pinscher dogs are not stranger friendly dogs. | Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Briard dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Doberman Pinscher or Giant Schnauzer or Briard? | Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs. | Briard dogs are average friendly towards cats. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Doberman Pinscher or Giant Schnauzer or Briard? | Doberman Pinscher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. | Giant Schnauzer dogs are not dog-friendly. | Briard dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Doberman Pinscher vs Giant Schnauzer vs Briard? |
Yes Doberman Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Giant Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Briard dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Doberman Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Giant Schnauzer is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Briard is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Doberman Pinschers are commonly okay with elderly people. | Giant Schnauzers are not the best breed for elderly people. | Briards are usually recommended for elderly people. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Giant Schnauzer vs Briard As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Doberman Pinscher, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. 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 Doberman Pinscher, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. 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 Doberman Pinscher, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. 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 Doberman Pinscher, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. 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 Doberman Pinscher, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which is best suited for water work? | Not really Doberman Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Giant Schnauzer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Briard breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Doberman Pinscher, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. 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 Doberman Pinscher, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. 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. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Giant Schnauzer vs Briard Reproducibility Comparison
Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Doberman Pinscher, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which has most puppies? | 6-10 puppies | 5-8 puppies | 8-10 puppies |
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Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Doberman Pinscher, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Any breeding differences? | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Doberman Pinscher, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. 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. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Giant Schnauzer vs Briard Recognition Comparison
AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Doberman Pinscher, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. How are they classified? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Working breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Working breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1928 as a Herding breed. |
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FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Doberman Pinscher, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. How are they classified internationally? | 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. | Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. |
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Doberman Pinscher, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which has most recognition? |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club 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 | No data available |
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