Miniature Schnauzer vs Labrador Retriever Comparison – Which dog is better Zwergschnauzer or Lab?

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Name	Miniature Schnauzer	Labrador Retriever
Origins	Germany	England Canada
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Gun Dog
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Miniature Schnauzer and Labrador Retriever. What other names are these breeds known by?	Zwergschnauzer	Lab Labrador
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Miniature Schnauzer and a Labrador Retriever. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Miniature Schnauzer vs Labrador Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Miniature Schnauzer or a Labrador Retriever? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Small	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Miniature Schnauzer and a Labrador Retriever. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 11-18 pounds (5.0-8.2 kg), Female: 10-15 pounds (4.5-6.8 kg)	Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 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)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Miniature Schnauzer or Labrador Retriever? Is a Miniature Schnauzer taller than a Labrador Retriever?	Male: 14 inches (35.6 cm), Female: 13 inches (33.0 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 14 inches (35.6 cm), Female: 13 inches (33.0 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)

Miniature Schnauzer vs Labrador Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Miniature Schnauzer and a Labrador Retriever. Which breed costs more?	$600-$1000	$1000-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Miniature Schnauzer or Labrador Retriever?	Very frequent: The Miniature Schnauzer is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.

Miniature Schnauzer vs Labrador Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Miniature Schnauzer or a Labrador Retriever? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Very smart: Miniature Schnauzer is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Miniature Schnauzer or a Labrador Retriever? Compare training requirements.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Miniature Schnauzer or a Labrador Retriever? Compare alertness levels.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Miniature Schnauzer or a Labrador Retriever? Compare territorial behaviors.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Miniature Schnauzer vs Labrador Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Miniature Schnauzer and a Labrador Retriever. How do their temperaments differ?	Alert Intelligent Friendly Obedient Fearless Spirited	Playful Loving Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Social Cheerful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Miniature Schnauzer vs Labrador Retriever?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Labrador Retriever 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 Labrador Retriever?	High: Miniature Schnauzer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.
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Social Needs Miniature Schnauzer vs Labrador Retriever social needs comparison:	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are a social breed. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Miniature Schnauzer vs Labrador Retriever?	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Miniature Schnauzer vs Labrador Retriever? Which can be better for hunting?	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Miniature Schnauzer vs Labrador Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Miniature Schnauzer or a Labrador Retriever? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average: The Miniature Schnauzer barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Miniature Schnauzer or a Labrador Retriever? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: Miniature Schnauzers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Miniature Schnauzer or a Labrador Retriever? Compare living space needs.	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 Labrador Retriever breed in the home.
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Miniature Schnauzer vs Labrador Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Miniature Schnauzer or a Labrador Retriever? Compare adaptability levels.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Labrador Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Miniature Schnauzer or Labrador Retriever?	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.	Labrador Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Miniature Schnauzer vs Labrador Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Miniature Schnauzer or a Labrador Retriever? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Miniature Schnauzer or a Labrador Retriever? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Miniature Schnauzer or a Labrador Retriever? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Miniature Schnauzer bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Miniature Schnauzer vs Labrador Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Miniature Schnauzer or a Labrador Retriever? Compare average lifespans.	12-14 years The average lifespan of Miniature Schnauzer: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Miniature Schnauzer or a Labrador Retriever? Compare climate tolerances.	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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Miniature Schnauzer and a Labrador Retriever. Which breed is healthier?	The Miniature Schnauzer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Miniature Schnauzer vs Labrador Retriever?	Average The Miniature Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Labrador Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Miniature Schnauzer vs Labrador Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Miniature Schnauzer vs Labrador Retriever health problems comparison:	Cataracts Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Mycobacterium avium-intracellulare infection (MAI)	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia Acute Moist Dermatitis Cold Tail Myopathy

Miniature Schnauzer vs Labrador Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Miniature Schnauzer or a Labrador Retriever? Compare activity levels.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Miniature Schnauzer vs Labrador Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Miniature Schnauzer or Labrador Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have an average exercise need.	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Miniature Schnauzer or Labrador Retriever?	Miniature Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Miniature Schnauzer vs Labrador Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Miniature Schnauzer or a Labrador Retriever? Compare obesity risks.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Miniature Schnauzer's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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Food Consumption Which eats more: a Miniature Schnauzer or a Labrador Retriever? Compare daily food needs.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Miniature Schnauzer vs Labrador Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Miniature Schnauzer or a Labrador Retriever? Compare allergy friendliness.	Yes See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors What color variations exist for Miniature Schnauzer and Labrador Retriever? Compare breed colors.	Black Silver Pepper Salt	Black Yellow Chocolate
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Miniature Schnauzer or a Labrador Retriever? Compare maintenance needs.	Advanced: The Miniature Schnauzer requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Miniature Schnauzer or a Labrador Retriever? Compare drooling amounts.	The Miniature Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Miniature Schnauzer or a Labrador Retriever? Compare natural smell levels.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Miniature Schnauzer and a Labrador Retriever? Compare fur types.	Wiry	Dense Waterproof Hard Short
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Miniature Schnauzer or a Labrador Retriever? Compare bathing frequencies.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Miniature Schnauzer or Labrador Retriever? Do Miniature Schnauzer dogs shed more than Labrador Retriever dogs?	Miniature Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Miniature Schnauzer vs Labrador Retriever Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Miniature Schnauzer or a Labrador Retriever? Compare kid-friendliness.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are generally with other pets.	Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Miniature Schnauzer or Labrador Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Miniature Schnauzer or Labrador Retriever?	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Miniature Schnauzer or Labrador Retriever? Can a Miniature Schnauzer and a Labrador Retriever be friends? Do Miniature Schnauzer dogs get along with Labrador Retriever dogs?	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Miniature Schnauzer vs Labrador Retriever?	Yes Miniature Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Labrador Retriever 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 Labrador Retriever 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.	Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Miniature Schnauzer vs Labrador Retriever As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Miniature Schnauzer or a Labrador Retriever? Compare service capabilities.	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 Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Miniature Schnauzer or a Labrador Retriever? Compare therapy capabilities.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Miniature Schnauzer or a Labrador Retriever? Compare scenting abilities.	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 & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Miniature Schnauzer or a Labrador Retriever? Compare SAR abilities.	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.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Miniature Schnauzer or a Labrador Retriever? Compare maritime abilities.	Yes Miniature Schnauzer breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Miniature Schnauzer or a Labrador Retriever? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Miniature Schnauzer and Labrador Retriever. Which has stronger military background?	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 Labrador Retriever Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Miniature Schnauzer and Labrador Retriever. Which has larger litters?	3-6 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Miniature Schnauzer and Labrador Retriever breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Miniature Schnauzer and Labrador Retriever. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Miniature Schnauzer vs Labrador Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Miniature Schnauzer and Labrador Retriever. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1926 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Miniature Schnauzer and Labrador Retriever. Which groups are they in?	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 Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Miniature Schnauzer and Labrador Retriever. Which is more widely recognized?	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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