Miniature Schnauzer vs French Bulldog vs Pug – Which one is a better dog breed for you?
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Name | Miniature Schnauzer | French Bulldog | Pug |
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Origins | ![]() | ![]() ![]() | ![]() |
Group | Hunting Dogs | Companion Dogs | Companion Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 18 | 4 | 31 |
Reviews | 2 | 1 | 5 |
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Other Names | Zwergschnauzer | Frenchie, Bouledogue Français | Mops, Carlin, Chinese Pug, Dutch Bulldog, Dutch Mastiff, Mini Mastiff |
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Breed Type | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
AKC Group | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1926 as a Terrier breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1898 as a Non-Sporting breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Toy breed. |
FCI Group | 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 Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Molossian type Dogs section. | Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Molossian type Dogs section. |
Breed 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 | 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 |
Price | $600-$1000 | $2000-$4000 | $300-$500 |
General Appearance - Miniature Schnauzer vs French Bulldog vs Pug
Size | Small | Small | Small |
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Weight | Male: 11-18 pounds (5.0-8.2 kg), Female: 10-15 pounds (4.5-6.8 kg) | 18-30 pounds (8-14 kg) | Male: 13-20 pounds (6-9 kg), Female: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg) |
Avg. Weight | Male: 14.5 pounds (5.0-8.2 kg), Female: 12.5 pounds (4.5-6.8 kg) | There are two weight classes of French Bulldog: 19 - 22 pounds (9 - 10 kg) and 22 - 28 pounds (10 - 13 kg). Over 28 pounds is a disqualification. | Male: 16.5 pounds (7.5 kg), Female: 15.5 pounds (7 kg) |
Height | Male: 14 inches (35.6 cm), Female: 13 inches (33.0 cm) | 13–16 inches (33–40 cm) | Male: 12-14 inches (30-36 cm), Female: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm) |
Avg. Height | Male: 14 inches (35.6 cm), Female: 13 inches (33.0 cm) | 14.5 inches (36.5 cm) | Male: 13 inches (33 cm), Female: 11 inches (27.5 cm) |
Hair & Care - Miniature Schnauzer vs French Bulldog vs Pug
Coat | Wiry | Fine Smooth Short Close in texture | Fine |
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Colors | Salt Pepper Silver Black | Brindle Cream Fawn White | Fawn Black |
Grooming | Advanced: The Miniature Schnauzer requires a lot of grooming. | Easy to groom: The French Bulldog doesn't require a lot of grooming. | Effortless: The Pug requires minimal grooming. |
Shedding Level | Miniature Schnauzers shed none to minimal. | French Bulldogs are low shedders. | Pugs shed above average. |
Characteristics - Miniature Schnauzer vs French Bulldog vs Pug
Temperament | Alert Friendly Obedient Fearless Intelligent Spirited | Affectionate Alert Bright Keen Patient Playful Athletic Easygoing Lively | Affectionate Courageous Intelligent Going Loyal Cheerful Gentle Friendly Playful |
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Intelligent Rank | Very smart: Miniature Schnauzer is an excellent dog breed. | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. |
Trainability | Miniature Schnauzers are easy to train. | French Bulldogs are quite easy to train. | Pugs aren't famous for their trainability. |
Playfulness | Miniature Schnauzers, like any other dog breed, like playing. | French Bulldogs are not the most playful dog breed. | Pugs, like any other dog breed, like playing. |
Sensitivity Level | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | French Bulldogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. | Pugs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. |
Affection Level | Miniature Schnauzers are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | French Bulldogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | Pugs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs | Miniature Schnauzers are a social breed. | French Bulldogs need a lot of social interaction. | Pugs need a lot of social interaction. |
Barking | Average: The Miniature Schnauzer barks occasionally. | Low: The French Bulldog barks none to minimal. | Average: The Pug barks occasionally. |
Watchdog Ability | Miniature Schnauzers are one of the best watchdogs. | French Bulldogs are average watchdogs. | Pugs are average watchdogs. |
Territorial | Miniature Schnauzers strongly protect their territory. | French Bulldogs are average defenders. | Pugs strongly protect their territory. |
Biting Potential |
Low The Miniature Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody. |
Low The French Bulldog has a low chance of biting somebody. |
Low The Pug has a low chance of biting somebody. |
Mouthiness | Miniature Schnauzers have lower than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. | French Bulldogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. | Pugs have lower than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam | Miniature Schnauzers have average wanderlust potential. | French Bulldogs tend to escape less than other breeds. | Pugs tend to escape less than other breeds. |
Prey Drive | Miniature Schnauzers have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. | French Bulldogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. | Pugs 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. |
Apartment Friendly | Miniature Schnauzers are not the best choice for an apartment lifestyle, but they don't mind being inside if you walk them several times every day. | French Bulldogs are very apartment-friendly dogs. | Pugs are very apartment-friendly dogs. |
Adaptability | Miniature Schnauzers adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | French Bulldogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Pugs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
Tolerates Being Left Alone | Miniature Schnauzers 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. | French Bulldogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. | Pugs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. |
Fighting 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. |
Good With - Miniature Schnauzer vs French Bulldog vs Pug
Stranger Friendly | Miniature Schnauzers are average friendly towards strangers. | French Bulldogs are stranger friendly dogs. | Pugs are very stranger friendly dogs. |
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Child Friendly | Miniature Schnauzers are kid-friendly dogs. | French Bulldogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs. | Pugs are kid-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly | Miniature Schnauzers are average friendly towards cats. | French Bulldogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs. | Pugs are very cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly | Miniature Schnauzers are average friendly towards other dogs. | French Bulldogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. | Pugs are very dog-friendly dogs. |
Office Friendly |
No Miniature Schnauzer is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Yes French Bulldog is one of the best dog breeds for office environment |
No Pug is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly | Miniature Schnauzers are usually recommended for elderly people. | French Bulldogs are not the best breed for elderly people. | Pugs are usually recommended for elderly people. |
Pet Friendly | Miniature Schnauzers are generally with other pets. | French Bulldogs usually don’t get on well with other pets. | Pugs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. |
Good For First Time Owners |
No Miniature Schnauzers are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality. |
Yes French Bulldogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
No Pugs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality. |
Service Dog |
Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
Therapy Dog |
Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog. |
Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. |
Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. |
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog |
Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones. |
Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones. |
Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones. |
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) |
Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people. |
Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people. |
Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people. |
Boat Dog |
Yes Miniature Schnauzer breed usually likes being on a boat. |
Not really French Bulldog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Not really Pug breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog |
Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Health Factors - Miniature Schnauzer vs French Bulldog vs Pug
Health Issues | The Miniature Schnauzer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The French Bulldog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | Very healthy dog breed. |
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Health Problems | Cataracts Mycobacterium avium-intracellulare infection (MAI) Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) | Allergies Brachycephalic Syndrome Cleft Palate Elongated Soft Palate Hemi-vertebrae Hip Dysplasia Intervertebral Disk Disease Patellar Luxation Von Willebrand's Disease | Allergies Cheyletiella Dermatitis Corneal Ulcers Demodectic Mange Distichiasis Dry Eye Entropion Epilepsy Hemi-vertebrae Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Nerve Degeneration Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Proptosis Pug Dog Encephalitis Staphylococcus Infection Vaccination Sensitivity Yeast Infection |
Life Expectancy | 12-14 years | 10-12 years | 12-15 years |
Hypoallergenic | Yes | No | No |
Energy Level | Miniature Schnauzers are high energy dogs. | French Bulldogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. | Pugs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. |
Exercise Need | Miniature Schnauzers have an average exercise need. | French Bulldogs exercise need is minimal. | Pugs exercise need is minimal. |
Sleeping Need | Miniature Schnauzers don't need too much sleep. | French Bulldogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered as a lazy breed. | Pugs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered as a lazy breed. |
Avg. daily food consumption | 1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day. | Recommended daily amount: 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day. |
Weight Gain Potential | Average to High. | Average to High. | High: The Pug breed has a strong tendency to overweight. |
Weather & Climate |
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. | Prefers average to warm weather conditions | Prefers average to warm weather conditions |
Stinkiness |
Low The Miniature Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell. |
Medium The French Bulldog has an average chance of bad smell. |
High The Pug has a high chance of bad smell. |
Drooling tendency | The Miniature Schnauzer is a perfect example for very low drooling tendency. | The French Bulldog is a perfect example for very low drooling tendency. | The Pug is a perfect example for very low drooling tendency. |
Reproducibility - Miniature Schnauzer vs French Bulldog vs Pug
Gestation Length | 60-64 days | 60-64 days | 60-64 days |
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How often can the have a litter? |
Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Litter Size | 3-6 puppies | 3-5 puppies | 2-4 puppies |
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