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Miniature Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel Comparison - Dog breed selector: Zwergschnauzer or Aberdeenie or Springer Spaniel? Find the right dog for you

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Name Miniature Schnauzer Scottish Terrier English Springer Spaniel
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Zwergschnauzer Aberdeenie
Scottie
Springer Spaniel
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Miniature Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Miniature Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Miniature Schnauzer or Scottish Terrier or English Springer Spaniel? Which is the smallest dog, Miniature Schnauzer or Scottish Terrier or English Springer Spaniel?
Small Small Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Miniature Schnauzer or Scottish Terrier or Scottish Terrier? Miniature Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel weight comparison:
Male: 11-18 pounds (5.0-8.2 kg), Female: 10-15 pounds (4.5-6.8 kg) 19-23 pounds (8.5-10.5 kg) Male: 45-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 40-50 pounds (18-23 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) 21 pounds (8.5-10.5 kg) Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Miniature Schnauzer or Scottish Terrier or English Springer Spaniel? Miniature Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel height comparison:
Male: 14 inches (35.6 cm), Female: 13 inches (33.0 cm) 10-11 inches (25-28 cm) Male: 19-21 inches (48-56 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) 10.5 inches (26.5 cm) Male: 20 inches (52 cm), Female:19 inches (48.5 cm)

Miniature Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Miniature Schnauzer or Scottish Terrier or English Springer Spaniel? Which is more expensive?
$600-$1000 $800-$1000 $700-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Miniature Schnauzer or Scottish Terrier or English Springer Spaniel?
Very frequent: The Miniature Schnauzer is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Scottish Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The English Springer Spaniel is quite easy to get.

Miniature Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Miniature Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel intelligence:
Very smart: Miniature Schnauzer is an excellent dog breed.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Very smart: English Springer Spaniel is an excellent dog breed.
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Trainability
Miniature Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel trainability comparison.
Miniature Schnauzer dogs are easy to train.
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Scottish Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Miniature Schnauzer or Scottish Terrier or English Springer Spaniel?
Miniature Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Scottish Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Miniature Schnauzer or Scottish Terrier or English Springer Spaniel? 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.
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Scottish Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs are average defenders.
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Miniature Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Miniature Schnauzer or Scottish Terrier or English Springer Spaniel? Miniature Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel behavior/temperament comparison:
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Obedient
Fearless
Spirited
Playful
Independent
Alert
Quick
Selfish
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Social
Cheerful
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Miniature Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel?
High: Miniature Schnauzer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Scottish Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: English Springer Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Miniature Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel social needs comparison:
Miniature Schnauzer dogs are a social breed.
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Scottish Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Miniature Schnauzer dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Scottish Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the English Springer Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home.
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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.
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Scottish 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.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Miniature Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Miniature Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel playfulness comparison:
Average: Miniature Schnauzers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Scottish Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The English Springer Spaniel is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Miniature Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel?
Average: The Miniature Schnauzer barks occasionally.
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Low: The Scottish Terrier barks none to minimal.
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Average: The English Springer Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Miniature Schnauzer or Scottish Terrier or English Springer Spaniel?
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 Scottish Terrier breed.
Very house-friendly dog the English Springer Spaniel breed.

Miniature Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel 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.
Average: Scottish Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
English Springer Spaniel 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 Scottish Terrier or English Springer Spaniel?
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.
Scottish 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.
English Springer Spaniel 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.

Miniature Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Miniature Schnauzer or Scottish Terrier or English Springer Spaniel?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Miniature Schnauzer bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Scottish Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Springer Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.
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.

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The Scottish Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The English Springer Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Miniature Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel mouthiness comparison:
Miniature Schnauzer dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Scottish Terrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Miniature Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Miniature Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel health comparison. Which is the healthier: Miniature Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel?
The Miniature Schnauzer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Scottish Terriers are commonly healthy dogs.
English Springer Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Miniature Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Miniature Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Mycobacterium avium-intracellulare infection (MAI)
Patellar Luxation
Von Willebrand's Disease
Craniomandibular Osteopathy
Scottie Cramp
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Ear Infections
Ectropion
Retinal Dysplasia
Phosphofructokinase deficiency (Tarui disease, PFK)
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.
Rare
The Scottish Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The English Springer Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Miniature Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel lifespan comparison. How long do Miniature Schnauzer, Scottish Terrier and English Springer Spaniel breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Miniature Schnauzer: 13 years
11-13 years
The average lifespan of Scottish Terrier: 12 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of English Springer Spaniel: 12 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Miniature Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel?
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.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Scottish Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Miniature Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Miniature Schnauzer or Scottish Terrier or English Springer Spaniel? Miniature Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel energy level comparison:
Miniature Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Scottish Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Miniature Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Miniature Schnauzer or Scottish Terrier or English Springer Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Miniature Schnauzer dogs have an average exercise need.
Scottish Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
English Springer Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Miniature Schnauzer or Scottish Terrier or English Springer Spaniel?
Miniature Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.
Scottish Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
English Springer Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.

Miniature Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Miniature Schnauzer or Scottish Terrier or English Springer Spaniel?
1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day. Recommended daily amount: 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day. 3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Miniature Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Miniature Schnauzer's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Scottish Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The English Springer Spaniel has an average risk for obesity.
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Miniature Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Miniature Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel coat comparison:
Wiry Wiry Feathered
Colors
What are the original Miniature Schnauzer, Scottish Terrier and English Springer Spaniel color?
Black
Silver
Pepper
Salt
Black
Red
Silver
Brindle
Wheaten
Black
Tan
White
Liver
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Miniature Schnauzer or Scottish Terrier or English Springer Spaniel? Miniature Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel grooming comparison:
Advanced: The Miniature Schnauzer requires a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Scottish Terrier requires average grooming effort.
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Advanced: The English Springer Spaniel requires a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Miniature Schnauzer or Scottish Terrier or English Springer Spaniel? Miniature Schnauzer or Scottish Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Miniature Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal.
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Scottish Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Miniature Schnauzer or Scottish Terrier or English Springer Spaniel?
8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Miniature Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Miniature Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel?

Low 🔽

The Miniature Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Scottish Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The English Springer Spaniel 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.
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The Scottish Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The English Springer Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Miniature Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Miniature Schnauzer dogs are generally with other pets.
Scottish Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Miniature Schnauzer or Scottish Terrier or English Springer Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?
Miniature Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Scottish Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Miniature Schnauzer or Scottish Terrier or English Springer Spaniel?
Miniature Schnauzer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Scottish Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Miniature Schnauzer or Scottish Terrier or English Springer Spaniel?
Miniature Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Scottish Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Miniature Schnauzer or Scottish Terrier or English Springer Spaniel?
Miniature Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Scottish Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Miniature Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel?
Yes
Miniature Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Scottish Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
English Springer Spaniel 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
Scottish Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
English Springer Spaniel 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.
Scottish Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
English Springer Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.

Miniature Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel 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.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Miniature Schnauzer or Scottish Terrier or English Springer Spaniel? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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.

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 Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel?

Yes

Miniature Schnauzer breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Scottish Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

English Springer Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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 Scottish Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Miniature Schnauzer and Scottish Terrier and English Springer Spaniel have?
3-6 puppies 2-5 puppies 4-10 puppies

Miniature Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel 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 1885 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1910 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. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing 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
Canadian Canine Registry
Club Espanol De Terriers
American Canine Registry
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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