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Giant Schnauzer vs Miniature Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel Comparison - Dog breed selector: Riesenschnauzer or Barboncino Miniatura or Bog Dog? Find the right dog for you

"Find similarities and differences between Giant Schnauzer vs Miniature Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel" Compare Giant Schnauzer and Miniature Poodle. Which is better: Giant Schnauzer or Miniature Poodle or Irish Water Spaniel?
 
 
 
Name Giant Schnauzer Miniature Poodle Irish Water Spaniel
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Giant Schnauzer, Miniature Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel breeds.
Riesenschnauzer Barboncino Miniatura
Barbone
Carniche Moyen
Pudle
Zwergpudel
Bog Dog
Rat Tail Spaniel
Shannon Spaniel
Whiptail
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Giant Schnauzer, Miniature Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Giant Schnauzer vs Miniature Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Giant Schnauzer, Miniature Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which breed is the largest?
Giant Small Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Giant Schnauzer, Miniature Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel? Compare adult weight ranges.
Males 60-105 pounds (27-48 kg), Female: 55-75 pounds (25-34 kg) 15-17 pounds (7-8 kg) 45-65 pounds (20-30 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Males 82.5 pounds (37.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg) 16 pounds (7.5 kg) 55 pounds (25 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Giant Schnauzer or Miniature Poodle or Irish Water Spaniel? Giant Schnauzer vs Miniature Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel height comparison:
Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm) 11-15 inches (28-38 cm) 20-23 inches (51-58 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm) 13 inches (33 cm) 21.5 inches (54.5 cm)

Giant Schnauzer vs Miniature Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Giant Schnauzer, Miniature Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Find price differences between these breeds.
$1000-$1500 $1000-$1500 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Giant Schnauzer or Miniature Poodle or Irish Water Spaniel?
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.
Frequent: The Irish Water Spaniel is easier than average to get.

Giant Schnauzer vs Miniature Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Giant Schnauzer, Miniature Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which breed ranks highest?
Smart: The Giant Schnauzer dogs have great intelligence.
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Outstanding: Miniature Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Very smart: Irish Water Spaniel is an excellent dog breed.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Giant Schnauzer, Miniature Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which is easiest to train?
Giant Schnauzer dogs are easy to train.
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Miniature Poodle dogs are very easy to train.
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Irish Water Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Giant Schnauzer, Miniature Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which breed is most alert?
Giant Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Miniature Poodle dogs are good watchdogs.
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Irish Water Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Giant Schnauzer, Miniature Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which breed is most protective?
Giant Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Miniature Poodle dogs are average defenders.
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Irish Water Spaniel dogs are average defenders.
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Giant Schnauzer vs Miniature Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Giant Schnauzer, Miniature Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel? Compare temperaments.
Powerful
Intelligent
Dominant
Loyal
Kind
Strong
Willed
Active
Alert
Intelligent
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual
Active
Clownish
Alert
Intelligent
Quick
Inquisitive
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: Giant Schnauzer vs Miniature Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel?
Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Miniature Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Irish Water Spaniel dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Giant Schnauzer vs Miniature Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel social needs comparison:
Giant Schnauzer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Miniature Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Irish Water Spaniel dogs need for social interaction is average.
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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.
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Miniature Poodle dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Irish Water Spaniel dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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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.
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Miniature Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Irish Water Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Giant Schnauzer vs Miniature Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Giant Schnauzer, Miniature Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The Giant Schnauzer barks occasionally.
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Average to High: The Miniature Poodle is a vocal breed.
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Average: The Irish Water Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Giant Schnauzer, Miniature Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which breed is most playful?
The Giant Schnauzer is a highly playful breed.
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The Miniature Poodle is a playful breed.
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The Irish Water Spaniel is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Giant Schnauzer, Miniature Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Giant Schnauzer breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Miniature Poodle breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Irish Water Spaniel breed in the home.

Giant Schnauzer vs Miniature Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Giant Schnauzer, Miniature Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which breed is most flexible?
Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Miniature Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Irish Water Spaniel dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Giant Schnauzer or Miniature Poodle or Irish Water Spaniel?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Miniature Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Giant Schnauzer vs Miniature Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Giant Schnauzer, Miniature Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Miniature Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Giant Schnauzer bite force: The Strongest.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Miniature Poodle bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Irish Water Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Giant Schnauzer vs Miniature Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Giant Schnauzer, Miniature Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which breed lives longest?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Giant Schnauzer: 11 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Miniature Poodle: 15 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Irish Water Spaniel: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Giant Schnauzer, Miniature Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which handles climate changes best?
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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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Irish Water Spaniel 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 Giant Schnauzer, Miniature Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which has fewer health issues?
Giant Schnauzers are commonly healthy dogs.
The Miniature Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Irish Water Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.
Vet Care Frequency
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).
Average
The Miniature Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Irish Water Spaniel 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: Giant Schnauzer vs Miniature Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Giant Schnauzer vs Miniature Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Heart Problems
Elbow Dysplasia
Retinal Dysplasia
Glaucoma
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Epilepsy
Addison's Disease
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Giant Schnauzer vs Miniature Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Giant Schnauzer vs Miniature Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Giant Schnauzer, Miniature Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Giant Schnauzer has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Miniature Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Irish Water Spaniel has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Giant Schnauzer, Miniature Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which needs most food?
8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals 0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Giant Schnauzer vs Miniature Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Giant Schnauzer, Miniature Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Giant Schnauzer, Miniature Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. What colors are available?
Black
Pepper
Salt
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Silver
Brown
Fawn
Beige
Apricot
Brown
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Giant Schnauzer, Miniature Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Giant Schnauzer 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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Advanced: The Irish Water Spaniel requires a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Giant Schnauzer, Miniature Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which drools least?
The Giant Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Miniature Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Irish Water Spaniel is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Giant Schnauzer, Miniature Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which has least natural smell?

Low 🔽

The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Miniature Poodle has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Irish Water Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Giant Schnauzer, Miniature Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Wiry Dense
Curly
Thick
Dense
Curly
Tight
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Giant Schnauzer, Miniature Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which requires most frequent baths?
8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Giant Schnauzer or Miniature Poodle or Irish Water Spaniel? Giant Schnauzer or Miniature Poodle or {name3 shedding:
Giant Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal.
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Miniature Poodle dogs shed none to minimal.
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Irish Water Spaniel dogs shed none to minimal.
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Giant Schnauzer vs Miniature Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Giant Schnauzer, Miniature Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which is best with kids?
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Miniature Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Irish Water Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Giant Schnauzer dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Miniature Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Irish Water Spaniel dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Giant Schnauzer or Miniature Poodle or Irish Water Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Miniature Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Irish Water Spaniel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Giant Schnauzer or Miniature Poodle or Irish Water Spaniel?
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Miniature Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Irish Water Spaniel dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Giant Schnauzer or Miniature Poodle or Irish Water Spaniel?
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not dog-friendly.
Miniature Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Irish Water Spaniel dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Giant Schnauzer vs Miniature Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel?
Yes
Giant Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Miniature Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Irish Water Spaniel 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
Miniature Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Irish Water Spaniel 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.
Miniature Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Irish Water Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Giant Schnauzer vs Miniature Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Giant Schnauzer, Miniature Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Giant Schnauzer, Miniature Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect 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 Giant Schnauzer, Miniature Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. 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 Giant Schnauzer, Miniature Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. 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 Giant Schnauzer, Miniature Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

Miniature Poodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Irish Water Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Giant Schnauzer, Miniature Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. 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 Giant Schnauzer, Miniature Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. 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.

Giant Schnauzer vs Miniature Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Giant Schnauzer, Miniature Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which has most puppies?
5-8 puppies 2-8 puppies, average 5 4-12 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Giant Schnauzer, Miniature Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Giant Schnauzer, Miniature Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. 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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Giant Schnauzer vs Miniature Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Giant Schnauzer, Miniature Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. How are they classified?
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 1878 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Giant Schnauzer, Miniature Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. How are they classified internationally?
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 Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Giant Schnauzer, Miniature Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which has most recognition?
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
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
Canadian Canine Registry
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