Giant Schnauzer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka Comparison – Which dog is better Riesenschnauzer or Alabai?

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Name	Giant Schnauzer	Central Asian Ovtcharka
Origins	Germany	Russia
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Group	Working Dogs	Guard Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Giant Schnauzer and Central Asian Ovtcharka. What other names are these breeds known by?	Riesenschnauzer	Alabai Aziat Central Asian Ovcharka Central Asian Ovtcharka Central Asian Owtcharka Central Asian Sheepdog Middle Asian Ovcharka Middle Asian Owtcharka Middle Asian Sheepdog Middle Asian Shepherd Middle Asian Shepherd Dog Turkmen Alabai Volkadov Wolf Crusher Central Asian Shepherd Sredneasiatskaia Ovtcharka
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Giant Schnauzer and a Central Asian Ovtcharka. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Giant Schnauzer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Giant Schnauzer or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Giant	Large Giant
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Giant Schnauzer and a Central Asian Ovtcharka. Which breed is heavier?	Males 60-105 pounds (27-48 kg), Female: 55-75 pounds (25-34 kg)	121-176 pounds (55-80 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Males 82.5 pounds (37.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)	148.5 pounds (67.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Giant Schnauzer or Central Asian Ovtcharka? Is a Giant Schnauzer taller than a Central Asian Ovtcharka?	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm)	27-32 inches (68.5-81 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)	29.5 inches (75 cm)

Giant Schnauzer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Giant Schnauzer and a Central Asian Ovtcharka. Which breed costs more?	$1000-$1500	$1200-$2500
Availability Which is easier to get, Giant Schnauzer or Central Asian Ovtcharka?	Very frequent: The Giant Schnauzer is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Giant Schnauzer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Giant Schnauzer or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Smart: The Giant Schnauzer dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Giant Schnauzer or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare training requirements.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. See more.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are hard to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Giant Schnauzer or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare alertness levels.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Giant Schnauzer or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare territorial behaviors.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Giant Schnauzer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Giant Schnauzer and a Central Asian Ovtcharka. How do their temperaments differ?	Powerful Intelligent Dominant Loyal Kind Strong Willed	Curious Independent Strong Bold Adaptable Imperturbable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Giant Schnauzer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka?	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: Giant Schnauzer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka?	Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Central Asian Ovtcharka 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 Central Asian Ovtcharka social needs comparison:	Giant Schnauzer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Giant Schnauzer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka?	The wanderlust potential of the Giant Schnauzer is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Giant Schnauzer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka? Which can be better for hunting?	Giant Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Central Asian Ovtcharka 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 Central Asian Ovtcharka Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Giant Schnauzer or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average: The Giant Schnauzer barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Central Asian Ovtcharka rarely barks. See more.
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Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Giant Schnauzer or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare play drive and energy.	The Giant Schnauzer is a highly playful breed. See more.	Central Asian Ovtcharkas are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Giant Schnauzer or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare living space needs.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Giant Schnauzer breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Central Asian Ovtcharka breed.
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Giant Schnauzer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Giant Schnauzer or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare adaptability levels.	Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Giant Schnauzer or Central Asian Ovtcharka?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Central Asian Ovtcharka 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 Central Asian Ovtcharka Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Giant Schnauzer or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Central Asian Ovtcharka has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Giant Schnauzer or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Giant Schnauzer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Giant Schnauzer or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare bite force PSI.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Giant Schnauzer bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Central Asian Ovtcharka bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Giant Schnauzer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Giant Schnauzer or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare average lifespans.	10-12 years The average lifespan of Giant Schnauzer: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Central Asian Ovtcharka: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Giant Schnauzer or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare climate tolerances.	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.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Central Asian Ovtcharka can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Giant Schnauzer and a Central Asian Ovtcharka. Which breed is healthier?	Giant Schnauzers are commonly healthy dogs.	Central Asian Ovtcharkas tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Giant Schnauzer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka?	Rare The Giant Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Central Asian Ovtcharka should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Giant Schnauzer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Giant Schnauzer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Heart Problems Elbow Dysplasia Retinal Dysplasia Glaucoma Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca	Hip Dysplasia Elbow Dysplasia

Giant Schnauzer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Giant Schnauzer or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare activity levels.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Central Asian Ovtcharka 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 Central Asian Ovtcharka exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Giant Schnauzer or Central Asian Ovtcharka? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Giant Schnauzer dogs need a lot of exercises.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Giant Schnauzer or Central Asian Ovtcharka?	Giant Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Giant Schnauzer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Giant Schnauzer or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare obesity risks.	Average: The Giant Schnauzer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Central Asian Ovtcharka's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Giant Schnauzer or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare daily food needs.	8 to 10 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
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Giant Schnauzer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Giant Schnauzer or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare allergy friendliness.	Yes See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors What color variations exist for Giant Schnauzer and Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare breed colors.	Black Pepper Salt	Black White Fawn Brindle Grey Russet Straw Flecked
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Giant Schnauzer or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare maintenance needs.	Average: The Giant Schnauzer requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Central Asian Ovtcharka doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Giant Schnauzer or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare drooling amounts.	The Giant Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Central Asian Ovtcharka 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.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Giant Schnauzer or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare natural smell levels.	Low 🔽 The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Central Asian Ovtcharka has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Giant Schnauzer and a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare fur types.	Wiry	Dense Thick Double
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Giant Schnauzer or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare bathing frequencies.	8-12 weeks Very 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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Giant Schnauzer or Central Asian Ovtcharka? Do Giant Schnauzer dogs shed more than Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs?	Giant Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Giant Schnauzer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Giant Schnauzer or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare kid-friendliness.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Giant Schnauzer dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Giant Schnauzer or Central Asian Ovtcharka? Which dog is more friendly?	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Giant Schnauzer or Central Asian Ovtcharka?	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Central Asian Ovtcharka 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 Central Asian Ovtcharka? Can a Giant Schnauzer and a Central Asian Ovtcharka be friends? Do Giant Schnauzer dogs get along with Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs?	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not dog-friendly.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Giant Schnauzer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka?	Yes Giant Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Giant Schnauzer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Central Asian Ovtcharka 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.	Central Asian Ovtcharkas are usually recommended for elderly people.

Giant Schnauzer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Giant Schnauzer or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare service capabilities.	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 Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Giant Schnauzer or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare therapy capabilities.	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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Giant Schnauzer or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare scenting abilities.	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 Which is better for search and rescue: a Giant Schnauzer or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare SAR abilities.	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 Which is better on boats: a Giant Schnauzer or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Giant Schnauzer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Central Asian Ovtcharka breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Giant Schnauzer or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare draft work capabilities.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Giant Schnauzer and Central Asian Ovtcharka. Which has stronger military background?	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 Central Asian Ovtcharka Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Giant Schnauzer and Central Asian Ovtcharka. Which has larger litters?	5-8 puppies	4-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Giant Schnauzer and Central Asian Ovtcharka breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Giant Schnauzer and Central Asian Ovtcharka. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Giant Schnauzer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Giant Schnauzer and Central Asian Ovtcharka. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Giant Schnauzer and Central Asian Ovtcharka. Which groups are they in?	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.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Giant Schnauzer and Central Asian Ovtcharka. Which is more widely recognized?	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 America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council National Kennel Club United Kennel Club American Rare Breed Association Foundation Stock Service

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