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Name	Miniature Schnauzer	Bichon Frise	Brittany
Origins	Germany	Spain Belgium	France
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Zwergschnauzer	Bichon A Poil Frise Bichon Tenerife Purebred Bichon Tenerife Dog Bichon Frise	American Brittany Brittany Spaniel Epagneul Breton
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Brittany breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Brittany Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Miniature Schnauzer or Bichon Frise or Brittany? Which is the smallest dog, Miniature Schnauzer or Bichon Frise or Brittany?	Small	Small	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Miniature Schnauzer or Bichon Frise or Bichon Frise? Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Brittany weight comparison:	Male: 11-18 pounds (5.0-8.2 kg), Female: 10-15 pounds (4.5-6.8 kg)	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)	Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 14.5 pounds (5.0-8.2 kg), Female: 12.5 pounds (4.5-6.8 kg)	10 pounds (4.5 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg)
Height Which is taller, Miniature Schnauzer or Bichon Frise or Brittany? Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Brittany height comparison:	Male: 14 inches (35.6 cm), Female: 13 inches (33.0 cm)	Male: 9-12 inches (23–30 cm) Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm)	Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 14 inches (35.6 cm), Female: 13 inches (33.0 cm)	Male: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm) Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)

Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Brittany Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Miniature Schnauzer or Bichon Frise or Brittany? Which is more expensive?	$600-$1000	$700-$1000	$700-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Miniature Schnauzer or Bichon Frise or Brittany?	Very frequent: The Miniature Schnauzer is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Bichon Frise is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Brittany is quite easy to get.

Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Brittany Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Brittany intelligence:	Very smart: Miniature Schnauzer is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: Brittany is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Brittany trainability comparison.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Brittany 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 Schnauzer or Bichon Frise or Brittany?	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Brittany dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Miniature Schnauzer or Bichon Frise or Brittany? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Miniature Schnauzer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Brittany dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Brittany Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Miniature Schnauzer or Bichon Frise or Brittany? Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Brittany behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Intelligent Friendly Obedient Fearless Spirited	Playful Sensitive Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Cheerful	Independent Alert Intelligent Responsive Social
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.	Sensitive: Brittany dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Brittany?	High: Miniature Schnauzer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Bichon Frise dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Brittany dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Brittany social needs comparison:	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are a social breed. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Brittany dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Brittany is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Brittany 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 Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Brittany Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Brittany playfulness comparison:	Average: Miniature Schnauzers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Bichon Frise is a playful breed. See more.	The Brittany is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Brittany?	Average: The Miniature Schnauzer barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Bichon Frise barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Brittany 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 Miniature Schnauzer or Bichon Frise or Brittany?	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.	Very house-friendly dog the Bichon Frise 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 Brittany indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Brittany Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Brittany Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Miniature Schnauzer or Bichon Frise or Brittany?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Miniature Schnauzer bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Bichon Frise bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Brittany bite force: Ordinary.
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 Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Bichon Frise has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Brittany has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Brittany mouthiness comparison:	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Brittany dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Brittany Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Brittany health comparison. Which is the healthier: Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Brittany?	The Miniature Schnauzer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Bichon Frise is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Brittany 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: Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Brittany? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Brittany health problems comparison:	Cataracts Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Mycobacterium avium-intracellulare infection (MAI)	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Vaccination Sensitivity Bladder Stones Juvenile Cataracts	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Epilepsy
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Miniature Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Bichon Frise should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Brittany should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Brittany lifespan comparison. How long do Miniature Schnauzer, Bichon Frise and Brittany breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Miniature Schnauzer: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Bichon Frise: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Brittany: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Brittany?	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.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Brittany can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Brittany Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Miniature Schnauzer or Bichon Frise or Brittany? Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Brittany energy level comparison:	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Bichon Frise dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Brittany dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Brittany exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Miniature Schnauzer or Bichon Frise or Brittany? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have an average exercise need.	Bichon Frise dogs exercise need is minimal.	Brittany dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Miniature Schnauzer or Bichon Frise or Brittany?	Miniature Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Bichon Frise dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Brittany dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Brittany Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Miniature Schnauzer or Bichon Frise or Brittany?	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Brittany weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Miniature Schnauzer's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bichon Frise's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Brittany has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Brittany Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Brittany coat comparison:	Wiry	Curly	Feathered
Colors What are the original Miniature Schnauzer, Bichon Frise and Brittany color?	Black Silver Pepper Salt	Cream White Buff Apricot	White Orange Liver Roan
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Miniature Schnauzer or Bichon Frise or Brittany? Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Brittany grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Miniature Schnauzer requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Easy to groom: The Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Miniature Schnauzer or Bichon Frise or Brittany? Miniature Schnauzer or Bichon Frise or {name3 shedding:	Miniature Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs are low shedders. See more.	Brittany dogs are low shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Miniature Schnauzer or Bichon Frise or Brittany?	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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Brittany 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 Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Brittany?	Low 🔽 The Miniature Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Bichon Frise has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Miniature Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Bichon Frise is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Brittany is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Brittany Good With Comparison

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

Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Brittany 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.	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: Miniature Schnauzer or Bichon Frise or Brittany? 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.	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: Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Brittany?	Yes Miniature Schnauzer breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bichon Frise breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Brittany 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.	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 Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Brittany 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 Schnauzer and Bichon Frise and Brittany have?	3-6 puppies	2-5 puppies	1-11 puppies, average 6
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Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Brittany Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1926 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Sporting 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 Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs 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 The Bichon Frise Club Of America	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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