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English Setter vs Standard Schnauzer vs Giant Schnauzer Comparison - Dog breed selector: Laverack or Schnauzer or Riesenschnauzer? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for English Setter, Standard Schnauzer, and Giant Schnauzer breeds.
Laverack
Llewellin Setter
Lawerack
Schnauzer
Wirehair Pinscher
Mittelschnauzer
Riesenschnauzer
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between English Setter, Standard Schnauzer, and Giant Schnauzer? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

English Setter vs Standard Schnauzer vs Giant Schnauzer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between English Setter, Standard Schnauzer, and Giant Schnauzer. Which breed is the largest?
Large Medium Giant
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between English Setter, Standard Schnauzer, and Giant Schnauzer? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg) Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg) Males 60-105 pounds (27-48 kg), Female: 55-75 pounds (25-34 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg) Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 35 pounds (16 kg) Males 82.5 pounds (37.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, English Setter or Standard Schnauzer or Giant Schnauzer? English Setter vs Standard Schnauzer vs Giant Schnauzer height comparison:
Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm) Male: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm) Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm) Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm) Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)

English Setter vs Standard Schnauzer vs Giant Schnauzer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for English Setter, Standard Schnauzer, and Giant Schnauzer. Find price differences between these breeds.
$400-$600 $1200-$1500 $1000-$1500
Availability
Which is easier to get, English Setter or Standard Schnauzer or Giant Schnauzer?
Very frequent: The English Setter is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Standard Schnauzer is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Giant Schnauzer is quite easy to get.

English Setter vs Standard Schnauzer vs Giant Schnauzer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between English Setter, Standard Schnauzer, and Giant Schnauzer. Which breed ranks highest?
Smart: The English Setter dogs have great intelligence.
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Very smart: Standard Schnauzer is an excellent dog breed.
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Smart: The Giant Schnauzer dogs have great intelligence.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between English Setter, Standard Schnauzer, and Giant Schnauzer. Which is easiest to train?
English Setter dogs are easy to train.
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Standard Schnauzer dogs are easy to train.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of English Setter, Standard Schnauzer, and Giant Schnauzer. Which breed is most alert?
English Setter dogs are average watchdogs.
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Standard Schnauzer dogs are good watchdogs.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between English Setter, Standard Schnauzer, and Giant Schnauzer. Which breed is most protective?
English Setter dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Standard Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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English Setter vs Standard Schnauzer vs Giant Schnauzer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between English Setter, Standard Schnauzer, and Giant Schnauzer? Compare temperaments.
Energetic
Intelligent
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Mischievous
Playful
Intelligent
Devoted
Lively
Trainable
Good-natured
Powerful
Intelligent
Dominant
Loyal
Kind
Strong
Willed
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: English Setter vs Standard Schnauzer vs Giant Schnauzer?
High: English Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Standard Schnauzer dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
English Setter vs Standard Schnauzer vs Giant Schnauzer social needs comparison:
English Setter dogs are a social breed.
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Standard Schnauzer dogs are a social breed.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
English Setter dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Standard Schnauzer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the Giant Schnauzer is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
English Setter dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Standard Schnauzer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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English Setter vs Standard Schnauzer vs Giant Schnauzer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of English Setter, Standard Schnauzer, and Giant Schnauzer. Which breed is most vocal?
Average to High: The English Setter is a vocal breed.
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Average: The Standard Schnauzer barks occasionally.
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Average: The Giant Schnauzer barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between English Setter, Standard Schnauzer, and Giant Schnauzer. Which breed is most playful?
The English Setter is a playful breed.
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The Standard Schnauzer is a highly playful breed.
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The Giant Schnauzer is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of English Setter, Standard Schnauzer, and Giant Schnauzer. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Setter 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 Standard Schnauzer indoors.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Giant Schnauzer breed.

English Setter vs Standard Schnauzer vs Giant Schnauzer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between English Setter, Standard Schnauzer, and Giant Schnauzer. Which breed is most flexible?
Average: English Setter 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: Giant Schnauzer dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: English Setter or Standard Schnauzer or Giant Schnauzer?
English Setter 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.
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.

English Setter vs Standard Schnauzer vs Giant Schnauzer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between English Setter, Standard Schnauzer, and Giant Schnauzer. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The English Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Standard Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between English Setter, Standard Schnauzer, and Giant Schnauzer. Which uses mouth most during play?
English Setter dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Standard Schnauzer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between English Setter, Standard Schnauzer, and Giant Schnauzer. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Setter bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Standard Schnauzer bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Giant Schnauzer bite force: The Strongest.

English Setter vs Standard Schnauzer vs Giant Schnauzer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of English Setter, Standard Schnauzer, and Giant Schnauzer. Which breed lives longest?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of English Setter: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Standard Schnauzer: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Giant Schnauzer: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between English Setter, Standard Schnauzer, and Giant Schnauzer. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The English Setter can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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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.
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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.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in English Setter, Standard Schnauzer, and Giant Schnauzer. Which has fewer health issues?
The English Setter 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.
Giant Schnauzers are commonly healthy dogs.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The English Setter 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 Giant Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: English Setter vs Standard Schnauzer vs Giant Schnauzer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Setter vs Standard Schnauzer vs Giant Schnauzer health problems comparison:
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Follicular Dermatitis
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Heart Problems
Elbow Dysplasia
Retinal Dysplasia
Glaucoma
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca

English Setter vs Standard Schnauzer vs Giant Schnauzer Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between English Setter, Standard Schnauzer, and Giant Schnauzer. Which breed is most active?
English Setter dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Standard Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
English Setter vs Standard Schnauzer vs Giant Schnauzer exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: English Setter or Standard Schnauzer or Giant Schnauzer? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
English Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.
Standard Schnauzer dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Giant Schnauzer dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: English Setter or Standard Schnauzer or Giant Schnauzer?
English Setter dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Standard Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.
Giant Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.

English Setter vs Standard Schnauzer vs Giant Schnauzer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between English Setter, Standard Schnauzer, and Giant Schnauzer. Which is most prone to obesity?
High: The English Setter breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Low: The Standard Schnauzer has good luck with genetics.
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Average: The Giant Schnauzer has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between English Setter, Standard Schnauzer, and Giant Schnauzer. Which needs most food?
4 to 5 cups 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. 8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals

English Setter vs Standard Schnauzer vs Giant Schnauzer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of English Setter, Standard Schnauzer, and Giant Schnauzer. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between English Setter, Standard Schnauzer, and Giant Schnauzer. What colors are available?
Tan
Blue
Orange
Tricolor
Liver
Lemon
Belton
Black
Pepper
Salt
Black
Pepper
Salt
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between English Setter, Standard Schnauzer, and Giant Schnauzer. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The English Setter requires average grooming effort.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Average: The Giant Schnauzer requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between English Setter, Standard Schnauzer, and Giant Schnauzer. Which drools least?
The English Setter is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Standard Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Giant Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between English Setter, Standard Schnauzer, and Giant Schnauzer. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The English Setter has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Standard Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between English Setter, Standard Schnauzer, and Giant Schnauzer. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Feathered Wiry Wiry
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between English Setter, Standard Schnauzer, and Giant Schnauzer. Which requires most frequent baths?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more English Setter or Standard Schnauzer or Giant Schnauzer? English Setter or Standard Schnauzer or {name3 shedding:
English Setter dogs shed moderately.
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Standard Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal.
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English Setter vs Standard Schnauzer vs Giant Schnauzer Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between English Setter, Standard Schnauzer, and Giant Schnauzer. Which is best with kids?
English Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Standard Schnauzer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
English Setter dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Standard Schnauzer dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Giant Schnauzer dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly English Setter or Standard Schnauzer or Giant Schnauzer? Which dog is more friendly?
English Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Standard Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly English Setter or Standard Schnauzer or Giant Schnauzer?
English Setter dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Standard Schnauzer dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly English Setter or Standard Schnauzer or Giant Schnauzer?
English Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Standard Schnauzer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: English Setter vs Standard Schnauzer vs Giant Schnauzer?
Yes
English Setter 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
Giant Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
English Setter is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Standard Schnauzer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Giant Schnauzer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
English Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Standard Schnauzers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Giant Schnauzers are not the best breed for elderly people.

English Setter vs Standard Schnauzer vs Giant Schnauzer As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between English Setter, Standard Schnauzer, and Giant Schnauzer. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between English Setter, Standard Schnauzer, and Giant Schnauzer. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between English Setter, Standard Schnauzer, and Giant Schnauzer. 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 English Setter, Standard Schnauzer, and Giant Schnauzer. 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 English Setter, Standard Schnauzer, and Giant Schnauzer. Which is best suited for water work?

Yes

English Setter breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Standard Schnauzer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Giant Schnauzer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between English Setter, Standard Schnauzer, and Giant Schnauzer. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of English Setter, Standard Schnauzer, and Giant Schnauzer. Which has most military use?

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.

English Setter vs Standard Schnauzer vs Giant Schnauzer Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of English Setter, Standard Schnauzer, and Giant Schnauzer. Which has most puppies?
4-6 puppies 4-8 puppies 5-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of English Setter, Standard Schnauzer, and Giant Schnauzer. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between English Setter, Standard Schnauzer, and Giant Schnauzer. What's recommended?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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English Setter vs Standard Schnauzer vs Giant Schnauzer Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for English Setter, Standard Schnauzer, and Giant Schnauzer. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for English Setter, Standard Schnauzer, and Giant Schnauzer. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the British and Irish Pointers and Setters 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.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of English Setter, Standard Schnauzer, and Giant Schnauzer. Which has most recognition?
Unknown 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
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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