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Name	Giant Schnauzer	Labradoodle	Newfoundland
Origins	Germany	Australia	Canada
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Group	Working Dogs	Designer Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Riesenschnauzer	No data available	Blackbear Newfie The Gentle Giant Newf
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Giant Schnauzer vs Labradoodle vs Newfoundland breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

Giant Schnauzer vs Labradoodle vs Newfoundland Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Giant Schnauzer or Labradoodle or Newfoundland? Which is the smallest dog, Giant Schnauzer or Labradoodle or Newfoundland?	Giant	Large	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Giant Schnauzer or Labradoodle or Labradoodle? Giant Schnauzer vs Labradoodle vs Newfoundland weight comparison:	Males 60-105 pounds (27-48 kg), Female: 55-75 pounds (25-34 kg)	50-64 pounds (22-34 kg)	Male: 130-150 pounds (59-68 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-54 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Males 82.5 pounds (37.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)	57.5 pounds (26 kg)	Male: 140 pounds (63.5 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Giant Schnauzer or Labradoodle or Newfoundland? Giant Schnauzer vs Labradoodle vs Newfoundland height comparison:	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm)	Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)	Male: 27-29 inches (69-74 cm), Female: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	Male: 28 inches (71.5 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm)

Giant Schnauzer vs Labradoodle vs Newfoundland Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Giant Schnauzer or Labradoodle or Newfoundland? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1500	$1000-$2000	$1500-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Giant Schnauzer or Labradoodle or Newfoundland?	Very frequent: The Giant Schnauzer is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Labradoodle is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Newfoundland is quite easy to get.

Giant Schnauzer vs Labradoodle vs Newfoundland Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Giant Schnauzer vs Labradoodle vs Newfoundland intelligence:	Smart: The Giant Schnauzer dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Labradoodle dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Newfoundland dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Giant Schnauzer vs Labradoodle vs Newfoundland trainability comparison.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. See more.	Labradoodle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Newfoundland dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Giant Schnauzer or Labradoodle or Newfoundland?	Giant Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Labradoodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Newfoundland dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Giant Schnauzer or Labradoodle or Newfoundland? 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.	Labradoodle dogs are average defenders. See more.	Newfoundland dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Giant Schnauzer vs Labradoodle vs Newfoundland Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Giant Schnauzer or Labradoodle or Newfoundland? Giant Schnauzer vs Labradoodle vs Newfoundland behavior/temperament comparison:	Powerful Intelligent Dominant Loyal Kind Strong Willed	Alert Intelligent Affectionate	Courageous Intelligent Loyal Gentle Social Sweet Cheerful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	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.	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 Labradoodle vs Newfoundland?	Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Labradoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Newfoundland dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Giant Schnauzer vs Labradoodle vs Newfoundland social needs comparison:	Giant Schnauzer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Labradoodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Newfoundland 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.	Labradoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Newfoundland 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.	Labradoodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Newfoundland dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Giant Schnauzer vs Labradoodle vs Newfoundland Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Giant Schnauzer vs Labradoodle vs Newfoundland 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.	Labradoodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Newfoundland dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Giant Schnauzer or Labradoodle or Newfoundland?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Labradoodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Newfoundland 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 Labradoodle vs Newfoundland Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Giant Schnauzer vs Labradoodle vs Newfoundland Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Giant Schnauzer vs Labradoodle vs Newfoundland health comparison. Which is the healthier: Giant Schnauzer vs Labradoodle vs Newfoundland?	Giant Schnauzers are commonly healthy dogs.	Labradoodles are commonly healthy dogs.	Very healthy dog breed.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Giant Schnauzer vs Labradoodle vs Newfoundland? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Giant Schnauzer vs Labradoodle vs Newfoundland health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Heart Problems Elbow Dysplasia Retinal Dysplasia Glaucoma Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Canine Diabetes Mellitus	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Epilepsy Cherry Eye Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease Cystinuria Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
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 Labradoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Newfoundland 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 Labradoodle vs Newfoundland lifespan comparison. How long do Giant Schnauzer, Labradoodle and Newfoundland breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Giant Schnauzer: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Labradoodle: 13 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Newfoundland: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Giant Schnauzer vs Labradoodle vs Newfoundland?	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.	Prefers cold weather The Newfoundland can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Giant Schnauzer vs Labradoodle vs Newfoundland Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Giant Schnauzer or Labradoodle or Newfoundland? Giant Schnauzer vs Labradoodle vs Newfoundland energy level comparison:	Giant Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Labradoodle dogs are high-energy dogs.	Newfoundland dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Giant Schnauzer vs Labradoodle vs Newfoundland exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Giant Schnauzer or Labradoodle or Newfoundland? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Giant Schnauzer dogs need a lot of exercises.	Labradoodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Newfoundland dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Giant Schnauzer or Labradoodle or Newfoundland?	Giant Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Labradoodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Newfoundland dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
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Giant Schnauzer vs Labradoodle vs Newfoundland Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Giant Schnauzer or Labradoodle or Newfoundland?	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Giant Schnauzer vs Labradoodle vs Newfoundland 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 Labradoodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Newfoundland's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Giant Schnauzer vs Labradoodle vs Newfoundland Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Giant Schnauzer vs Labradoodle vs Newfoundland coat comparison:	Wiry	Fine Variety of coat types	Fluffy Waterproof Thick
Colors What are the original Giant Schnauzer, Labradoodle and Newfoundland color?	Black Pepper Salt	Black Blue Cream Silver Chocolate Gold Apricot Caramel Chalky white Café Parchment They can also have parti-colored coats, which consist of brindles, phantom, patched, or sable colors.	Black Gray White Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Giant Schnauzer or Labradoodle or Newfoundland? Giant Schnauzer vs Labradoodle vs Newfoundland grooming comparison:	Average: The Giant Schnauzer requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Labradoodle requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Giant Schnauzer or Labradoodle or Newfoundland? Giant Schnauzer or Labradoodle or {name3 shedding:	Giant Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Labradoodle dogs shed moderately. See more.	Newfoundland dogs are heavy shedders. 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 Labradoodle or Newfoundland?	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.	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 Labradoodle vs Newfoundland hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	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 vs Labradoodle vs Newfoundland?	Low 🔽 The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Labradoodle has a low chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Newfoundland has a high 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 Labradoodle is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Newfoundland is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.

Giant Schnauzer vs Labradoodle vs Newfoundland 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.	Labradoodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Newfoundland dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Giant Schnauzer or Labradoodle or Newfoundland? Which dog is more friendly?	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Labradoodle dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Newfoundland dogs are 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 Labradoodle or Newfoundland?	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Labradoodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Newfoundland dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Giant Schnauzer or Labradoodle or Newfoundland?	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Labradoodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Newfoundland dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Giant Schnauzer or Labradoodle or Newfoundland?	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not dog-friendly.	Labradoodle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Newfoundland dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Giant Schnauzer vs Labradoodle vs Newfoundland?	Yes Giant Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Labradoodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Newfoundland 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.	No Labradoodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Newfoundland 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.	Labradoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Newfoundlands are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Giant Schnauzer vs Labradoodle vs Newfoundland 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Giant Schnauzer or Labradoodle or Newfoundland? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Giant Schnauzer vs Labradoodle vs Newfoundland?	Not really Giant Schnauzer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Labradoodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Newfoundland breed usually likes 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.	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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Giant Schnauzer vs Labradoodle vs Newfoundland 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 Labradoodle and Newfoundland have?	5-8 puppies	4-10 puppies	4-12 puppies
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Giant Schnauzer vs Labradoodle vs Newfoundland 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.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 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.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type 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	Australian Labradoodle Association International Australian Labradoodle Association	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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