Giant Schnauzer vs Kuvasz Comparison – Which dog is better Riesenschnauzer or Hungarian Kuvasz?

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Name	Giant Schnauzer	Kuvasz
Origins	Germany	Hungary
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Group	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
Popularity Rank	80	157
Reviews	4	3
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Riesenschnauzer	Hungarian Kuvasz
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Giant Schnauzer vs Kuvasz breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Giant Schnauzer vs Kuvasz Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Giant Schnauzer or Kuvasz? Is the Giant Schnauzer bigger than the Kuvasz breed? Is a Giant Schnauzer smaller than a Kuvasz?	Giant	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Giant Schnauzer or Kuvasz? Giant Schnauzer vs Kuvasz weight comparison:	Males 60-105 pounds (27-48 kg), Female: 55-75 pounds (25-34 kg)	Male: 106-137 pounds (48-62 kg), Female: 82-110 pounds (37-50 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Males 82.5 pounds (37.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)	Male: 121 pounds (40 kg), Female: 96 pounds (48,5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Giant Schnauzer or Kuvasz? Is a Giant Schnauzer taller than a Kuvasz?	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm)	Male: 28-30 inches (71-76 cm), Female: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)	Male: 29 inches (73.5 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm)

Giant Schnauzer vs Kuvasz Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Giant Schnauzer or Kuvasz? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Giant Schnauzer and Kuvasz?	$1000-$1500	$500-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Giant Schnauzer or Kuvasz?	Very frequent: The Giant Schnauzer is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Kuvasz is easier than average to get.

Giant Schnauzer vs Kuvasz Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Giant Schnauzer or Kuvasz smarter? Which is best? Giant Schnauzer vs Kuvasz intelligence:	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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Trainability Giant Schnauzer vs Kuvasz trainability comparison. What's the difference between Giant Schnauzer vs Kuvasz?	Giant Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Giant Schnauzer or Kuvasz?	Giant Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Kuvasz dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Giant Schnauzer or Kuvasz? 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.	Kuvasz dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Giant Schnauzer vs Kuvasz Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Giant Schnauzer or Kuvasz? Giant Schnauzer vs Kuvasz behavior/temperament comparison:	Powerful Intelligent Dominant Loyal Kind Strong Willed	Independent Clownish Protective Intelligent Patient Loyal Fearless Faithful Brave Dependable Self-Confident
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Giant Schnauzer vs Kuvasz?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Kuvasz dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Giant Schnauzer vs Kuvasz?	Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Kuvasz dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Giant Schnauzer vs Kuvasz social needs comparison:	Giant Schnauzer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Kuvasz dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Giant Schnauzer vs Kuvasz?	The wanderlust potential of the Giant Schnauzer is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Kuvasz dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Giant Schnauzer vs Kuvasz? Which can be better for hunting?	Giant Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Giant Schnauzer vs Kuvasz Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Giant Schnauzer vs Kuvasz playfulness comparison:	The Giant Schnauzer is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Kuvaszs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Giant Schnauzer vs Kuvasz?	Average: The Giant Schnauzer barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Kuvasz 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 Kuvasz?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Giant Schnauzer breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Kuvasz breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Giant Schnauzer vs Kuvasz 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: Kuvasz 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 Kuvasz?	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.

Giant Schnauzer vs Kuvasz Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Giant Schnauzer or Kuvasz?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Giant Schnauzer bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Kuvasz bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is a Giant Schnauzer more dangerous than a Kuvasz?	Low 🔽 The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Kuvasz has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Giant Schnauzer vs Kuvasz mouthiness comparison:	Giant Schnauzer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Kuvasz dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Giant Schnauzer vs Kuvasz Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Giant Schnauzer vs Kuvasz health comparison. Which is the healthier: Giant Schnauzer vs Kuvasz?	Giant Schnauzers are commonly healthy dogs.	Kuvaszs are commonly healthy dogs.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Giant Schnauzer vs Kuvasz? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Giant Schnauzer vs Kuvasz health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Heart Problems Elbow Dysplasia Retinal Dysplasia Glaucoma Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Eye Diseases Thyroid Disorder Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Osteochondrosis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Giant Schnauzer vs Kuvasz?	Rare The Giant Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Kuvasz should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Giant Schnauzer vs Kuvasz lifespan comparison. How long do Giant Schnauzer and Kuvasz breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Giant Schnauzer and Kuvasz?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Giant Schnauzer: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Kuvasz: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Giant Schnauzer vs Kuvasz?	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.

Giant Schnauzer vs Kuvasz Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Giant Schnauzer or Kuvasz? Giant Schnauzer vs Kuvasz energy level comparison:	Giant Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Kuvasz 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 Kuvasz exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Giant Schnauzer or Kuvasz? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Giant Schnauzer dogs need a lot of exercises.	Kuvasz dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Giant Schnauzer or Kuvasz?	Giant Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Kuvasz dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
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Giant Schnauzer vs Kuvasz Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Giant Schnauzer or Kuvasz? Does the Giant Schnauzer breed eat more than the Kuvasz breed?	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
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Giant Schnauzer vs Kuvasz 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 Kuvasz's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Giant Schnauzer vs Kuvasz Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Giant Schnauzer vs Kuvasz coat comparison:	Wiry	Dense Wavy Double Coarser Topcoat Moderately Harsh Slightly Stiff Finer Downy Undercoat
Colors What are the original Giant Schnauzer and Kuvasz color? Giant Schnauzer vs Kuvasz color comparison:	Black Pepper Salt	White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Giant Schnauzer or Kuvasz? Giant Schnauzer vs Kuvasz grooming comparison:	Average: The Giant Schnauzer requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Kuvasz requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Giant Schnauzer or Kuvasz? Do Giant Schnauzer dogs shed more than Kuvasz dogs?	Giant Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Kuvasz dogs shed above average. 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 Kuvasz?	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.
Hypoallergenic Giant Schnauzer vs Kuvasz hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes 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 or Kuvasz?	Low 🔽 The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Kuvasz has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Giant Schnauzer vs Kuvasz?	The Giant Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Kuvasz is an average drooler. See more.

Giant Schnauzer vs Kuvasz 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.	Kuvasz dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Giant Schnauzer or Kuvasz? Which dog is more friendly?	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Kuvasz dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Giant Schnauzer or Kuvasz?	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Kuvasz dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Giant Schnauzer or Kuvasz?	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Kuvasz 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 Kuvasz? Can a Giant Schnauzer and a Kuvasz be friends? Do Giant Schnauzer dogs get along with Kuvasz dogs?	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not dog-friendly.	Kuvasz dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Giant Schnauzer vs Kuvasz?	Yes Giant Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Kuvasz 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 Kuvasz 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.	Kuvaszs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Giant Schnauzer vs Kuvasz 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.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Giant Schnauzer or Kuvasz? 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.
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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.
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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Giant Schnauzer vs Kuvasz?	Not really Giant Schnauzer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Kuvasz 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.	Yes 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.

Giant Schnauzer vs Kuvasz Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Giant Schnauzer and Kuvasz have? Giant Schnauzer vs Kuvasz litter size comparison:	5-8 puppies	8-12 puppies
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Giant Schnauzer vs Kuvasz Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Working breed.
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.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	No data available

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