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Name	Miniature Poodle	Miniature Schnauzer	Beagle
Origins	Germany France	Germany	England
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Barboncino Miniatura Barbone Carniche Moyen Pudle Zwergpudel	Zwergschnauzer	English Beagle
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Miniature Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Miniature Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Miniature Poodle or Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle? Which is the smallest dog, Miniature Poodle or Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Miniature Poodle or Miniature Schnauzer or Miniature Schnauzer? Miniature Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle weight comparison:	15-17 pounds (7-8 kg)	Male: 11-18 pounds (5.0-8.2 kg), Female: 10-15 pounds (4.5-6.8 kg)	Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	16 pounds (7.5 kg)	Male: 14.5 pounds (5.0-8.2 kg), Female: 12.5 pounds (4.5-6.8 kg)	Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Miniature Poodle or Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle? Miniature Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle height comparison:	11-15 inches (28-38 cm)	Male: 14 inches (35.6 cm), Female: 13 inches (33.0 cm)	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	13 inches (33 cm)	Male: 14 inches (35.6 cm), Female: 13 inches (33.0 cm)	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Miniature Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Miniature Poodle or Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1500	$600-$1000	$500-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Miniature Poodle or Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Miniature Schnauzer is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.

Miniature Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Miniature Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle intelligence:	Outstanding: Miniature Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Very smart: Miniature Schnauzer is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Miniature Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle trainability comparison.	Miniature Poodle dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. See more.	Beagle dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Miniature Poodle or Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle?	Miniature Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Miniature Poodle or Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Miniature Poodle dogs are average defenders. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Miniature Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Miniature Poodle or Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle? Miniature Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual	Alert Intelligent Friendly Obedient Fearless Spirited	Loving Independent Intelligent Friendly Lively Gentle Sweet
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: Miniature Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle?	High: Miniature Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Miniature Schnauzer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Miniature Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle social needs comparison:	Miniature Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are a social breed. See more.	Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Miniature Poodle dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Beagle dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Miniature Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Miniature Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Miniature Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle playfulness comparison:	The Miniature Poodle is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Miniature Schnauzers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Beagle is a highly playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Miniature Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle?	Average to High: The Miniature Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Miniature Schnauzer barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Beagle is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Miniature Poodle or Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle?	Very house-friendly dog the Miniature Poodle 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 Miniature Schnauzer indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Beagle breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Miniature Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Miniature Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Beagle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Miniature Poodle or Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle?	Miniature Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Miniature Schnauzer 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.	Beagle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Miniature Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Miniature Poodle or Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Miniature Poodle bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Miniature Schnauzer bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Beagle bite force: Weak.
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 Miniature Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Beagle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Miniature Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle mouthiness comparison:	Miniature Poodle dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Beagle dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Miniature Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Miniature Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Miniature Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle?	The Miniature Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Miniature Schnauzer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Beagle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Miniature Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Miniature Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Epilepsy Addison's Disease	Cataracts Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Mycobacterium avium-intracellulare infection (MAI)	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Intervertebral Disk Disease Cherry Eye Distichiasis Glaucoma Beagle Dwarfism Chinese Beagle Syndrome
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Miniature Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Miniature Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Miniature Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle lifespan comparison. How long do Miniature Poodle, Miniature Schnauzer and Beagle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	14-16 years The average lifespan of Miniature Poodle: 15 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Miniature Schnauzer: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Miniature Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Miniature 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.

Miniature Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Miniature Poodle or Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle? Miniature Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle energy level comparison:	Miniature Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Beagle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Miniature Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Miniature Poodle or Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Miniature Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have an average exercise need.	Beagle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Miniature Poodle or Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle?	Miniature Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Beagle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Miniature Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Miniature Poodle or Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle?	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	0.5 to 1.5 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? Miniature Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Miniature Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Miniature Schnauzer's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Miniature Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Miniature Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle coat comparison:	Dense Curly Thick	Wiry	Dense
Colors What are the original Miniature Poodle, Miniature Schnauzer and Beagle color?	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot	Black Silver Pepper Salt	Black Tan Red White Tricolor
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Miniature Poodle or Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle? Miniature Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Advanced: The Miniature Schnauzer requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Miniature Poodle or Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle? Miniature Poodle or Miniature Schnauzer or {name3 shedding:	Miniature Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Beagle dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Miniature Poodle or Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Miniature Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle 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, Miniature Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle?	Low 🔽 The Miniature Poodle has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Beagle has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Miniature Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Miniature Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Beagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Miniature Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Miniature Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are generally with other pets.	Beagle dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Miniature Poodle or Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle? Which dog is more friendly?	Miniature Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Beagle 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 Miniature Poodle or Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle?	Miniature Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Beagle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Miniature Poodle or Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle?	Miniature Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Beagle dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Miniature Poodle or Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle?	Miniature Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Beagle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Miniature Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle?	Yes Miniature Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Miniature Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Beagle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Miniature Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Miniature Schnauzer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Beagle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Miniature Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Miniature Schnauzers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Beagles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Miniature Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Miniature Poodle or Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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: Miniature Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle?	Not really Miniature Poodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Miniature Schnauzer breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Beagle 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.	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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Miniature Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle 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 Miniature Poodle and Miniature Schnauzer and Beagle have?	2-8 puppies, average 5	3-6 puppies	2-14 puppies, average 7
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Miniature Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1926 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by 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 Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds 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 Canadian Canine Registry	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

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