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Name	Miniature Schnauzer	Yorkshire Terrier	Portuguese Water Dog
Origins	Germany	England	Portugal
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Zwergschnauzer	Yorkie	Cao De Agua Portie Water Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Miniature Schnauzer vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Miniature Schnauzer vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Miniature Schnauzer or Yorkshire Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog? Which is the smallest dog, Miniature Schnauzer or Yorkshire Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog?	Small	Small	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Miniature Schnauzer or Yorkshire Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier? Miniature Schnauzer vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog weight comparison:	Male: 11-18 pounds (5.0-8.2 kg), Female: 10-15 pounds (4.5-6.8 kg)	2-3 kg (4-7 pounds)	Male: 42-55 pounds (19-25 kg), Female: 35-49 pounds (16-22 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)	2.5 kg (5.5 pounds)	Male: 48.5 pounds (22 kg), Female: 42 pounds (19 kg)
Height Which is taller, Miniature Schnauzer or Yorkshire Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog? Miniature Schnauzer vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog height comparison:	Male: 14 inches (35.6 cm), Female: 13 inches (33.0 cm)	20-23 cm (8-9 inches)	Male: 20-22 inches (50-57 cm), Female: 17-20 inches (43-52 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 14 inches (35.6 cm), Female: 13 inches (33.0 cm)	21.5 cm (8.5 inches)	Male: 21 inches (53.5 cm), Female: 18.5 inches (47.5 cm)

Miniature Schnauzer vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Miniature Schnauzer or Yorkshire Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog? Which is more expensive?	$600-$1000	$600-$1000	$2500-$2800
Availability Which is easier to get, Miniature Schnauzer or Yorkshire Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog?	Very frequent: The Miniature Schnauzer is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Yorkshire Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Portuguese Water Dog is quite easy to get.

Miniature Schnauzer vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Miniature Schnauzer vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog intelligence:	Very smart: Miniature Schnauzer is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Yorkshire Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Portuguese Water Dog dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Miniature Schnauzer vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog trainability comparison.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Miniature Schnauzer or Yorkshire Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog?	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Miniature Schnauzer or Yorkshire Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog? 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.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Miniature Schnauzer vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Miniature Schnauzer or Yorkshire Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog? Miniature Schnauzer vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Intelligent Friendly Obedient Fearless Spirited	Playful Independent Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal	Intelligent Docile Obedient Brave Impetuous Quarrelsome
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Yorkshire Terrier dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. 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 Schnauzer vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog?	High: Miniature Schnauzer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Yorkshire Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Portuguese Water Dog 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 Yorkshire Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog social needs comparison:	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are a social breed. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog 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.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog 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. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Miniature Schnauzer vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Miniature Schnauzer vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog playfulness comparison:	Average: Miniature Schnauzers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Yorkshire Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Portuguese Water Dog is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Miniature Schnauzer vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog?	Average: The Miniature Schnauzer barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Yorkshire Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Portuguese Water Dog rarely barks. 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 Yorkshire Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog?	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 Yorkshire Terrier breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Portuguese Water Dog breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Miniature Schnauzer vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog 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.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Portuguese Water Dog 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 Yorkshire Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog?	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.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Miniature Schnauzer vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Miniature Schnauzer vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Miniature Schnauzer vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Miniature Schnauzer vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog?	The Miniature Schnauzer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Yorkshire Terriers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Portuguese Water Dog 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 Schnauzer vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Miniature Schnauzer vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog health problems comparison:	Cataracts Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Mycobacterium avium-intracellulare infection (MAI)	Collapsed Trachea Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Portosystemic Liver Shunt Reverse Sneezing Hypoglycemia	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Entropion Ectropion Distichiasis Persistent Pupillary Membranes Addison's Disease Megaesophagus Irritable Bowel Disease (ibd) Abnormally Small Eyes GM-1 Storage Disease Juvenile Dilated Cardiomyopathy Gastrointestinal Diseases Colitis Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis Lymphangiectasia
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 Yorkshire Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Portuguese Water Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Miniature Schnauzer vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Miniature Schnauzer, Yorkshire Terrier and Portuguese Water Dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Miniature Schnauzer: 13 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Yorkshire Terrier: 14 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Portuguese Water Dog: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Miniature Schnauzer vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog?	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 Portuguese Water Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Miniature Schnauzer vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Miniature Schnauzer or Yorkshire Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog? Miniature Schnauzer vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog energy level comparison:	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Miniature Schnauzer vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Miniature Schnauzer or Yorkshire Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have an average exercise need.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs exercise need is very minimal.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Miniature Schnauzer or Yorkshire Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog?	Miniature Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Miniature Schnauzer vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Miniature Schnauzer or Yorkshire Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog?	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 3/4 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 2.5 cup 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 Schnauzer vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog 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.	Low to Average: The Yorkshire Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Portuguese Water Dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Miniature Schnauzer vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Miniature Schnauzer vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog coat comparison:	Wiry	Fine	Curly
Colors What are the original Miniature Schnauzer, Yorkshire Terrier and Portuguese Water Dog color?	Black Silver Pepper Salt	Black Tan Blue Gold	Black White Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Miniature Schnauzer or Yorkshire Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog? Miniature Schnauzer vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog 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.	Average: The Portuguese Water Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Miniature Schnauzer or Yorkshire Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog? Miniature Schnauzer or Yorkshire Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Miniature Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs shed none to minimal. 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 Yorkshire Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Miniature Schnauzer vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Miniature Schnauzer vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog?	Low 🔽 The Miniature Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Yorkshire Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Portuguese Water Dog has a low 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 Yorkshire Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Portuguese Water Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Miniature Schnauzer vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are generally with other pets.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Miniature Schnauzer or Yorkshire Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog? Which dog is more friendly?	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Portuguese Water Dog 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 Yorkshire Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog?	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Miniature Schnauzer or Yorkshire Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog?	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Miniature Schnauzer or Yorkshire Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog?	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Miniature Schnauzer vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog?	Yes Miniature Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Yorkshire Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Portuguese Water Dog 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 Yorkshire Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Portuguese Water Dog 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.	Yorkshire Terriers are not recommended for elderly people.	Portuguese Water Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Miniature Schnauzer vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog 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 Yorkshire Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog? 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 Yorkshire Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog?	Yes Miniature Schnauzer breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Yorkshire Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Portuguese Water Dog 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 Schnauzer vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog 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 Yorkshire Terrier and Portuguese Water Dog have?	3-6 puppies	4-6 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Miniature Schnauzer vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog 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 Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1983 as a Hound 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 Toy Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water 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	American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Federation Cynologique Internationale Australian National Kennel Council New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club The Kennel Club

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