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Name	Rat Terrier	Standard Schnauzer	Basenji
Origins	United States	Germany	Democratic Republic of the Congo
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	97	90	84
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Decker Giant Rat Rattie Ratting Terrier American Rat Terrier	Schnauzer Wirehair Pinscher Mittelschnauzer	African Barkless Dog African Bush Dog Ango Angari Congo Terrier Zande Dog Congo Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Rat Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Basenji breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Rat Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Basenji Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Rat Terrier or Standard Schnauzer or Basenji? Which is the smallest dog, Rat Terrier or Standard Schnauzer or Basenji?	Small	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Rat Terrier or Standard Schnauzer or Standard Schnauzer? Rat Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Basenji weight comparison:	Standard: 12-35 pounds (5.5-16 kg)	Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)	Male: 22-26 pounds (10-12 kg), Female: 20-25 pounds (9-11 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Standard: 23.5 pounds (5.10.5 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 35 pounds (16 kg)	Male: 24 pounds (11 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)
Height Which is taller, Rat Terrier or Standard Schnauzer or Basenji? Rat Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Basenji height comparison:	Standard: 14-23 inches (35.5-58.5 cm)	Male: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)	Male: 16-17 inches (41-43 cm), Female: 15-16 inches (38-41 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Standard: 18.5 inches (35.5-58.5 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	Male: 16.5 inches (42 cm), Female: 15.5 inches (39.5 cm)

Rat Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Basenji Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Rat Terrier or Standard Schnauzer or Basenji? Which is more expensive?	$300-$500	$1200-$1500	$1000-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Rat Terrier or Standard Schnauzer or Basenji?	Very frequent: The Rat Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Standard Schnauzer is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Basenji is quite easy to get.

Rat Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Basenji Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Rat Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Basenji intelligence:	Smart: The Rat Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Very smart: Standard Schnauzer is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Low: The Basenji is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Rat Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Basenji trainability comparison.	Rat Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. See more.	Basenji dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Rat Terrier or Standard Schnauzer or Basenji?	Rat Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Basenji dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Rat Terrier or Standard Schnauzer or Basenji? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Rat Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Basenji dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Rat Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Basenji Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Rat Terrier or Standard Schnauzer or Basenji? Rat Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Basenji behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Alert Affectionate Lively Inquisitive	Playful Intelligent Devoted Lively Trainable Good-natured	Curious Playful Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Basenji dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Rat Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Basenji?	High: Rat Terrier 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.	Slightly Below Average: Basenji dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.
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Social Needs Rat Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Basenji social needs comparison:	Rat Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are a social breed. See more.	Basenji dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Rat Terrier 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.	Basenji 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?	Rat Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Basenji dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Rat Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Basenji Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Rat Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Basenji playfulness comparison:	Average: Rat Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Standard Schnauzer is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Basenjis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Rat Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Basenji?	Average: The Rat Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Standard Schnauzer barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The Basenji barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Rat Terrier or Standard Schnauzer or Basenji?	Very house-friendly dog the Rat Terrier 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.	It is not recommended to keep the Basenji breed in the home.
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Rat Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Basenji Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Rat Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Basenji Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Rat Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Basenji Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Rat Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Basenji health comparison. Which is the healthier: Rat Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Basenji?	The Rat Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Standard Schnauzers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	The Basenji is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Rat Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Basenji? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rat Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Basenji health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Eye Problems Heart Problems	Hip Dysplasia Follicular Dermatitis	Eye Problems Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Kidney Issues
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Rat Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Standard Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Basenji should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Rat Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Basenji lifespan comparison. How long do Rat Terrier, Standard Schnauzer and Basenji breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	14-18 years The average lifespan of Rat Terrier: 16 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Standard Schnauzer: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Basenji: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Rat Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Basenji?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. 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.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

Rat Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Basenji Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Rat Terrier or Standard Schnauzer or Basenji? Rat Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Basenji energy level comparison:	Rat Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Basenji dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Rat Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Basenji exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Rat Terrier or Standard Schnauzer or Basenji? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Rat Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.	Standard Schnauzer dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Basenji dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Rat Terrier or Standard Schnauzer or Basenji?	Rat Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Standard Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Basenji dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Rat Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Basenji Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Rat Terrier or Standard Schnauzer or Basenji?	No data available	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	3/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Rat Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Basenji weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Rat Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low: The Standard Schnauzer has good luck with genetics. See more.	Low to Average: The Basenji has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Rat Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Basenji Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Rat Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Basenji coat comparison:	Dense Shiny	Wiry	Fine
Colors What are the original Rat Terrier, Standard Schnauzer and Basenji color?	Black Tan Blue White Brown Tricolor	Black Pepper Salt	Black Tan Red White Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Rat Terrier or Standard Schnauzer or Basenji? Rat Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Basenji grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Rat Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Effortless: The Basenji requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Rat Terrier or Standard Schnauzer or Basenji? Rat Terrier or Standard Schnauzer or {name3 shedding:	Rat Terrier dogs shed above average. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Basenji 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: Rat Terrier or Standard Schnauzer or Basenji?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	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.
Hypoallergenic Rat Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Basenji hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Rat Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Basenji?	Medium ⏺ The Rat Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Standard Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Rat Terrier 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.	The Basenji is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Rat Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Basenji Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Rat Terrier dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Basenji dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Rat Terrier or Standard Schnauzer or Basenji? Which dog is more friendly?	Rat Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Basenji dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Rat Terrier or Standard Schnauzer or Basenji?	Rat Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Basenji dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Rat Terrier or Standard Schnauzer or Basenji?	Rat Terrier dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Basenji dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Rat Terrier or Standard Schnauzer or Basenji?	Rat Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Basenji dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Rat Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Basenji?	Yes Rat Terrier 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.	Yes Basenji dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Rat Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Standard Schnauzer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Basenji is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Rat Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Standard Schnauzers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Basenjis are usually recommended for elderly people.

Rat Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Basenji 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: Rat Terrier or Standard Schnauzer or Basenji? Which is better for autism?	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.	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?	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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: Rat Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Basenji?	Not really Rat Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Standard Schnauzer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Basenji 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Rat Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Basenji 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 Rat Terrier and Standard Schnauzer and Basenji have?	5-7 puppies	4-8 puppies	4-5 puppies
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Rat Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Basenji Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2013 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1944 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by 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 Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club	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	Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. 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 Pet Registry, Inc.

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