Giant Schnauzer vs Silky Terrier Comparison – Which dog is better Riesenschnauzer or Australian Silky Terrier?

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Name	Giant Schnauzer	Silky Terrier
Origins	Germany	Australia
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Group	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Riesenschnauzer	Australian Silky Terrier Sydney Silky
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Giant Schnauzer vs Silky Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Giant Schnauzer vs Silky Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Giant Schnauzer or Silky Terrier? Is the Giant Schnauzer bigger than the Silky Terrier breed? Is a Giant Schnauzer smaller than a Silky Terrier?	Giant	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Giant Schnauzer or Silky Terrier? Giant Schnauzer vs Silky Terrier weight comparison:	Males 60-105 pounds (27-48 kg), Female: 55-75 pounds (25-34 kg)	8-11 pounds (4-5 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Males 82.5 pounds (37.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)	9.5 pounds (4.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Giant Schnauzer or Silky Terrier? Is a Giant Schnauzer taller than a Silky Terrier?	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm)	9-10 inches (23-25 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)	9.5 inches (24 cm)

Giant Schnauzer vs Silky Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Giant Schnauzer or Silky Terrier? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Giant Schnauzer and Silky Terrier?	$1000-$1500	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Giant Schnauzer or Silky Terrier?	Very frequent: The Giant Schnauzer is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Silky Terrier is easier than average to get.

Giant Schnauzer vs Silky Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Giant Schnauzer or Silky Terrier? Giant Schnauzer vs Silky Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Powerful Intelligent Dominant Loyal Kind Strong Willed	Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Quick Joyful Inquisitive
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Giant Schnauzer vs Silky Terrier?	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 Silky Terrier?	Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Silky Terrier 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 Silky Terrier social needs comparison:	Giant Schnauzer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Silky Terrier 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 Silky Terrier?	The wanderlust potential of the Giant Schnauzer is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Giant Schnauzer vs Silky Terrier? Which can be better for hunting?	Giant Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Silky Terrier 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 Silky Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Giant Schnauzer vs Silky Terrier playfulness comparison:	The Giant Schnauzer is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Silky Terrier is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Giant Schnauzer vs Silky Terrier?	Average: The Giant Schnauzer barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Silky Terrier 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 Silky Terrier?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Giant Schnauzer breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Silky Terrier breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Giant Schnauzer vs Silky Terrier 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: Silky Terrier 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 Silky Terrier?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Silky Terrier 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 Silky Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Giant Schnauzer or Silky Terrier?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Giant Schnauzer bite force: The Strongest.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Silky Terrier bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is a Giant Schnauzer more dangerous than a Silky Terrier?	Low 🔽 The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Silky Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Giant Schnauzer vs Silky Terrier mouthiness comparison:	Giant Schnauzer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Giant Schnauzer vs Silky Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Giant Schnauzer vs Silky Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Giant Schnauzer vs Silky Terrier?	Giant Schnauzers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Silky Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Giant Schnauzer vs Silky Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Giant Schnauzer vs Silky Terrier health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Heart Problems Elbow Dysplasia Retinal Dysplasia Glaucoma Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca	Collapsed Trachea Legg-perthes Disease Epilepsy Diabetes
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Giant Schnauzer vs Silky Terrier?	Rare The Giant Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Silky Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Giant Schnauzer vs Silky Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Giant Schnauzer and Silky Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Giant Schnauzer and Silky Terrier?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Giant Schnauzer: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Silky Terrier: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Giant Schnauzer vs Silky Terrier?	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 warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Giant Schnauzer vs Silky Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Giant Schnauzer or Silky Terrier? Giant Schnauzer vs Silky Terrier energy level comparison:	Giant Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Silky Terrier 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 Silky Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Giant Schnauzer or Silky Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Giant Schnauzer dogs need a lot of exercises.	Silky Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Giant Schnauzer or Silky Terrier?	Giant Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Silky Terrier 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 Silky Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Giant Schnauzer or Silky Terrier? Does the Giant Schnauzer breed eat more than the Silky Terrier breed?	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Giant Schnauzer vs Silky Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Giant Schnauzer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Silky Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Giant Schnauzer vs Silky Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Giant Schnauzer vs Silky Terrier coat comparison:	Wiry	Silky Straight Glossy
Colors What are the original Giant Schnauzer and Silky Terrier color? Giant Schnauzer vs Silky Terrier color comparison:	Black Pepper Salt	Black Gray Tan Blue Cream Silver Fawn Tricolor Platinum
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Giant Schnauzer or Silky Terrier? Giant Schnauzer vs Silky Terrier grooming comparison:	Average: The Giant Schnauzer requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Silky Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Giant Schnauzer or Silky Terrier? Do Giant Schnauzer dogs shed more than Silky Terrier dogs?	Giant Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Silky Terrier 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 Silky Terrier?	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.
Hypoallergenic Giant Schnauzer vs Silky Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Giant Schnauzer or Silky Terrier?	Low 🔽 The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Silky Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Giant Schnauzer vs Silky Terrier?	The Giant Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Silky Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Giant Schnauzer vs Silky Terrier 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.	Silky Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Giant Schnauzer or Silky Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Silky Terrier 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 Silky Terrier?	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Silky Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Giant Schnauzer or Silky Terrier?	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Silky Terrier 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 Silky Terrier? Can a Giant Schnauzer and a Silky Terrier be friends? Do Giant Schnauzer dogs get along with Silky Terrier dogs?	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not dog-friendly.	Silky Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Giant Schnauzer vs Silky Terrier?	Yes Giant Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Silky Terrier 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 Silky Terrier 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.	Silky Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Giant Schnauzer vs Silky Terrier 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 Silky Terrier? 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 Silky Terrier?	Not really Giant Schnauzer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Silky Terrier 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.
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 Silky Terrier 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 Silky Terrier have? Giant Schnauzer vs Silky Terrier litter size comparison:	5-8 puppies	3-5 puppies
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Giant Schnauzer vs Silky Terrier 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 1959 as a Toy 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 Terriers group, in the Toy Terriers 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	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 Club Espanol De Terriers

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