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Name	Pug	American Cocker Spaniel	Standard Schnauzer
Origins	China	United States	Germany
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Group	Companion Dogs	Gun Dog	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	31	29	90
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Carlin Chinese Pug Dutch Bulldog Dutch Mastiff Mini Mastiff Mops	Cocker Merry Cocker Cocker Spaniel	Schnauzer Wirehair Pinscher Mittelschnauzer
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Pug vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Standard Schnauzer breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Pug vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Standard Schnauzer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Pug or American Cocker Spaniel or Standard Schnauzer? Which is the smallest dog, Pug or American Cocker Spaniel or Standard Schnauzer?	Small	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Pug or American Cocker Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel? Pug vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Standard Schnauzer weight comparison:	Male: 13-20 pounds (6-9 kg), Female: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg)	15-30 pounds (7-14 kg)	Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 16.5 pounds (7.5 kg), Female: 15.5 pounds (7 kg)	22.5 pounds (10.5 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 35 pounds (16 kg)
Height Which is taller, Pug or American Cocker Spaniel or Standard Schnauzer? Pug vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Standard Schnauzer height comparison:	Male: 12-14 inches (30-36 cm), Female: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm)	15-16.5 inches (38-41 cm)	Male: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 13 inches (33 cm), Female: 11 inches (27.5 cm)	15-16.5 inches (39.5 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)

Pug vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Standard Schnauzer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Pug or American Cocker Spaniel or Standard Schnauzer? Which is more expensive?	$300-$500	$600-$800	$1200-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Pug or American Cocker Spaniel or Standard Schnauzer?	Very frequent: The Pug is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The American Cocker Spaniel is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Standard Schnauzer is quite easy to get.

Pug vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Standard Schnauzer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Pug vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Standard Schnauzer intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Very smart: American Cocker Spaniel is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Very smart: Standard Schnauzer is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Pug vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Standard Schnauzer trainability comparison.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	American Cocker Spaniel dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Pug or American Cocker Spaniel or Standard Schnauzer?	Pug dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	American Cocker Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Pug or American Cocker Spaniel or Standard Schnauzer? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Pug dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	American Cocker Spaniel dogs are average defenders. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Pug vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Standard Schnauzer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Pug or American Cocker Spaniel or Standard Schnauzer? Pug vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Standard Schnauzer behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Cheerful	Intelligent Outgoing Outright Tempered Merry Trusting Joyful Sociable	Playful Intelligent Devoted Lively Trainable Good-natured
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Pug dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	American Cocker Spaniel dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. 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: Pug vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Standard Schnauzer?	High: Pug dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: American Cocker Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Standard Schnauzer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Pug vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Standard Schnauzer social needs comparison:	Pug dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	American Cocker Spaniel dogs are a social breed. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Pug dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the American Cocker Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Pug 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.	American Cocker Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Pug vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Standard Schnauzer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Pug vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Standard Schnauzer playfulness comparison:	Average: Pugs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The American Cocker Spaniel is a playful breed. See more.	The Standard Schnauzer is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Pug vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Standard Schnauzer?	Average: The Pug barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The American Cocker Spaniel is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Standard Schnauzer 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 Pug or American Cocker Spaniel or Standard Schnauzer?	Very house-friendly dog the Pug breed.	Very house-friendly dog the American Cocker Spaniel 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 Standard Schnauzer indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Pug vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Standard Schnauzer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Pug dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	American Cocker Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Standard Schnauzer dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Pug or American Cocker Spaniel or Standard Schnauzer?	Pug dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	American Cocker 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.	Standard 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.

Pug vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Standard Schnauzer Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Pug vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Standard Schnauzer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Pug vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Standard Schnauzer health comparison. Which is the healthier: Pug vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Standard Schnauzer?	Very healthy dog breed.	American Cocker Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.	Standard Schnauzers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Pug vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Standard Schnauzer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Pug vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Standard Schnauzer health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Entropion Vaccination Sensitivity Demodectic Mange Distichiasis Corneal Ulcers Dry Eye Hemi-vertebrae Cheyletiella Dermatitis Nerve Degeneration Proptosis Pug Dog Encephalitis Staphylococcus Infection Yeast Infection	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Idiopathic Epilepsy Glaucoma Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia Primary Seborrhea	Hip Dysplasia Follicular Dermatitis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Pug should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The American Cocker Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Standard Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Pug vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Standard Schnauzer lifespan comparison. How long do Pug, American Cocker Spaniel and Standard Schnauzer breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Pug: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of American Cocker Spaniel: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Standard Schnauzer: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Pug vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Standard Schnauzer?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Standard Schnauzer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Pug vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Standard Schnauzer Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Pug or American Cocker Spaniel or Standard Schnauzer? Pug vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Standard Schnauzer energy level comparison:	Pug dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	American Cocker Spaniel dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Pug vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Standard Schnauzer exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Pug or American Cocker Spaniel or Standard Schnauzer? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Pug dogs exercise need is minimal.	American Cocker Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Standard Schnauzer dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Pug or American Cocker Spaniel or Standard Schnauzer?	Pug dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	American Cocker Spaniel dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Standard Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Pug vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Standard Schnauzer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Pug or American Cocker Spaniel or Standard Schnauzer?	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.	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? Pug vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Standard Schnauzer weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Pug breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the American Cocker Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low: The Standard Schnauzer has good luck with genetics. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Pug vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Standard Schnauzer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Pug vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Standard Schnauzer coat comparison:	Fine	Feathered	Wiry
Colors What are the original Pug, American Cocker Spaniel and Standard Schnauzer color?	Black Fawn	Black Tan Red Silver Brown Buff	Black Pepper Salt
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Pug or American Cocker Spaniel or Standard Schnauzer? Pug vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Standard Schnauzer grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Pug requires minimal grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Pug or American Cocker Spaniel or Standard Schnauzer? Pug or American Cocker Spaniel or {name3 shedding:	Pug dogs shed above average. See more.	American Cocker Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.	Standard Schnauzer 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: Pug or American Cocker Spaniel or Standard Schnauzer?	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.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Pug vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Standard Schnauzer hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Pug vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Standard Schnauzer?	High 🔼 The Pug has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The American Cocker Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Standard Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Pug is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The American Cocker Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Standard Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Pug vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Standard Schnauzer Good With Comparison

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

Pug vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Standard Schnauzer 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: Pug or American Cocker Spaniel or Standard Schnauzer? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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: Pug vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Standard Schnauzer?	Not really Pug breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes American Cocker Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Standard Schnauzer 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.

Pug vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Standard Schnauzer 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 Pug and American Cocker Spaniel and Standard Schnauzer have?	2-4 puppies	4-7 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Pug vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Standard Schnauzer Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Molossian type Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type 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	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club 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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