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Name	Giant Schnauzer	Aussiedoodle	Bernedoodle
Origins	Germany	United States Canada	Canada
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Group	Working Dogs	Designer Dogs	Designer Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Riesenschnauzer	Aussiepoo Aussiepoodle	Bernedoodles Bernese Mountain Poo
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Giant Schnauzer vs Aussiedoodle vs Bernedoodle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Cross Breed

Giant Schnauzer vs Aussiedoodle vs Bernedoodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Giant Schnauzer or Aussiedoodle or Bernedoodle? Which is the smallest dog, Giant Schnauzer or Aussiedoodle or Bernedoodle?	Giant	Large Medium	Small Large Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Giant Schnauzer or Aussiedoodle or Aussiedoodle? Giant Schnauzer vs Aussiedoodle vs Bernedoodle weight comparison:	Males 60-105 pounds (27-48 kg), Female: 55-75 pounds (25-34 kg)	25-70 pounds (11-32 kg)	10-90 pounds (4.5-41 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Males 82.5 pounds (37.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)	47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)	50 pounds (23 kg)
Height Which is taller, Giant Schnauzer or Aussiedoodle or Bernedoodle? Giant Schnauzer vs Aussiedoodle vs Bernedoodle height comparison:	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm)	10-15 inches (25-38 cm)	10-29 inches (25.5-74 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)	12.5 inches (31.5 cm)	19 inches (48 cm)

Giant Schnauzer vs Aussiedoodle vs Bernedoodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Giant Schnauzer or Aussiedoodle or Bernedoodle? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1500	$700-$1300	$700-$4500
Availability Which is easier to get, Giant Schnauzer or Aussiedoodle or Bernedoodle?	Very frequent: The Giant Schnauzer is quite easy to get.	Average: The Aussiedoodle is a commonly available dog breed.	Average: The Bernedoodle is a commonly available dog breed.

Giant Schnauzer vs Aussiedoodle vs Bernedoodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Giant Schnauzer vs Aussiedoodle vs Bernedoodle intelligence:	Smart: The Giant Schnauzer dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Very smart: Aussiedoodle is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Very smart: Bernedoodle is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Giant Schnauzer vs Aussiedoodle vs Bernedoodle trainability comparison.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. See more.	Aussiedoodle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Bernedoodle dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Giant Schnauzer or Aussiedoodle or Bernedoodle?	Giant Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Aussiedoodle dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Bernedoodle dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Giant Schnauzer or Aussiedoodle or Bernedoodle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Giant Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Aussiedoodle dogs are average defenders. See more.	Bernedoodle dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Giant Schnauzer vs Aussiedoodle vs Bernedoodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Giant Schnauzer or Aussiedoodle or Bernedoodle? Giant Schnauzer vs Aussiedoodle vs Bernedoodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Powerful Intelligent Dominant Loyal Kind Strong Willed	Playful Loyal Smart Goofy	Stubborn Loyal Gentle Clever Goofy
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Aussiedoodle dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Giant Schnauzer vs Aussiedoodle vs Bernedoodle?	Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Aussiedoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Bernedoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Giant Schnauzer vs Aussiedoodle vs Bernedoodle social needs comparison:	Giant Schnauzer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Aussiedoodle dogs are a social breed. See more.	Bernedoodle dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Giant Schnauzer is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Aussiedoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Bernedoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Giant Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Aussiedoodle 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.	Bernedoodle 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Giant Schnauzer vs Aussiedoodle vs Bernedoodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Giant Schnauzer vs Aussiedoodle vs Bernedoodle playfulness comparison:	The Giant Schnauzer is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Aussiedoodle is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Bernedoodle is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Giant Schnauzer vs Aussiedoodle vs Bernedoodle?	Average: The Giant Schnauzer barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Aussiedoodle rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Bernedoodle barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Giant Schnauzer or Aussiedoodle or Bernedoodle?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Giant Schnauzer breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Aussiedoodle breed in the home.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Bernedoodle indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Giant Schnauzer vs Aussiedoodle vs Bernedoodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Giant Schnauzer vs Aussiedoodle vs Bernedoodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Giant Schnauzer or Aussiedoodle or Bernedoodle?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Giant Schnauzer bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Aussiedoodle bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bernedoodle bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Aussiedoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Bernedoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Giant Schnauzer vs Aussiedoodle vs Bernedoodle mouthiness comparison:	Giant Schnauzer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Aussiedoodle dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Bernedoodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Giant Schnauzer vs Aussiedoodle vs Bernedoodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Giant Schnauzer vs Aussiedoodle vs Bernedoodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Giant Schnauzer vs Aussiedoodle vs Bernedoodle?	Giant Schnauzers are commonly healthy dogs.	Aussiedoodles are commonly healthy dogs.	Bernedoodles are commonly healthy dogs.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Giant Schnauzer vs Aussiedoodle vs Bernedoodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Giant Schnauzer vs Aussiedoodle vs Bernedoodle health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Heart Problems Elbow Dysplasia Retinal Dysplasia Glaucoma Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Ivermectin sensitivity	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Eye Problems Elbow Dysplasia Skin Diseases
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Giant Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Aussiedoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Bernedoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Giant Schnauzer vs Aussiedoodle vs Bernedoodle lifespan comparison. How long do Giant Schnauzer, Aussiedoodle and Bernedoodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Giant Schnauzer: 11 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Aussiedoodle: 11 years	12-18 years The average lifespan of Bernedoodle: 15 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Giant Schnauzer vs Aussiedoodle vs Bernedoodle?	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. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Giant Schnauzer vs Aussiedoodle vs Bernedoodle Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Giant Schnauzer vs Aussiedoodle vs Bernedoodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Giant Schnauzer or Aussiedoodle or Bernedoodle?	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals	3 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.	1 to 8 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? Giant Schnauzer vs Aussiedoodle vs Bernedoodle weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Giant Schnauzer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Aussiedoodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Bernedoodle has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Giant Schnauzer vs Aussiedoodle vs Bernedoodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Giant Schnauzer vs Aussiedoodle vs Bernedoodle coat comparison:	Wiry	Wavy Tight Short	Curly Wavy Straight
Colors What are the original Giant Schnauzer, Aussiedoodle and Bernedoodle color?	Black Pepper Salt	Blue Sable Merle Black & Tan Red Merle Black & Red	Black Tricolor Black & White Brown & Black
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Giant Schnauzer or Aussiedoodle or Bernedoodle? Giant Schnauzer vs Aussiedoodle vs Bernedoodle grooming comparison:	Average: The Giant Schnauzer requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Aussiedoodle requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Bernedoodle requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Giant Schnauzer or Aussiedoodle or Bernedoodle? Giant Schnauzer or Aussiedoodle or {name3 shedding:	Giant Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Aussiedoodle dogs shed moderately. See more.	Bernedoodle 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: Giant Schnauzer or Aussiedoodle or Bernedoodle?	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Giant Schnauzer vs Aussiedoodle vs Bernedoodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Giant Schnauzer vs Aussiedoodle vs Bernedoodle?	Low 🔽 The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Aussiedoodle has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Bernedoodle has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Giant Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Aussiedoodle drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Bernedoodle is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Giant Schnauzer vs Aussiedoodle vs Bernedoodle Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Giant Schnauzer dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Aussiedoodle dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Bernedoodle dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Giant Schnauzer or Aussiedoodle or Bernedoodle? Which dog is more friendly?	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Aussiedoodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Bernedoodle dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Giant Schnauzer or Aussiedoodle or Bernedoodle?	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Aussiedoodle dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Bernedoodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Giant Schnauzer or Aussiedoodle or Bernedoodle?	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Aussiedoodle dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Bernedoodle dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Giant Schnauzer or Aussiedoodle or Bernedoodle?	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not dog-friendly.	Aussiedoodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Bernedoodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Giant Schnauzer vs Aussiedoodle vs Bernedoodle?	Yes Giant Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Aussiedoodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Bernedoodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Giant Schnauzer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Aussiedoodle is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Bernedoodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Giant Schnauzers are not the best breed for elderly people.	Aussiedoodles are usually recommended for elderly people.	Bernedoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Giant Schnauzer vs Aussiedoodle vs Bernedoodle 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: Giant Schnauzer or Aussiedoodle or Bernedoodle? 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: Giant Schnauzer vs Aussiedoodle vs Bernedoodle?	Not really Giant Schnauzer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Aussiedoodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bernedoodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	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.

Giant Schnauzer vs Aussiedoodle vs Bernedoodle 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 Giant Schnauzer and Aussiedoodle and Bernedoodle have?	5-8 puppies	3-7 puppies	3-10 puppies
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Giant Schnauzer vs Aussiedoodle vs Bernedoodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	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 Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
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	Not recognized by any clubs.	American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club

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