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Name	Schipperke	Standard Schnauzer	Australian Cattle Dog
Origins	Belgium	Germany	Australia
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Group	Companion Dogs	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Spits Spitske Spitzke	Schnauzer Wirehair Pinscher Mittelschnauzer	Blue Heeler Cattle Dog Red Heeler Queensland Heeler
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Schipperke vs Standard Schnauzer vs Australian Cattle Dog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Schipperke vs Standard Schnauzer vs Australian Cattle Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Schipperke or Standard Schnauzer or Australian Cattle Dog? Which is the smallest dog, Schipperke or Standard Schnauzer or Australian Cattle Dog?	Small	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Schipperke or Standard Schnauzer or Standard Schnauzer? Schipperke vs Standard Schnauzer vs Australian Cattle Dog weight comparison:	12-18 pounds (5.5-8 kg)	Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)	30-62 pounds (13-28 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	15 pounds (5.6.5 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 35 pounds (16 kg)	46 pounds (20.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Schipperke or Standard Schnauzer or Australian Cattle Dog? Schipperke vs Standard Schnauzer vs Australian Cattle Dog height comparison:	10-13 inches (21-33 cm)	Male: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)	Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	11.5 inches (27 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)

Schipperke vs Standard Schnauzer vs Australian Cattle Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Schipperke or Standard Schnauzer or Australian Cattle Dog? Which is more expensive?	$600-$1000	$1200-$1500	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, Schipperke or Standard Schnauzer or Australian Cattle Dog?	Frequent: The Schipperke is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Standard Schnauzer is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Australian Cattle Dog is quite easy to get.

Schipperke vs Standard Schnauzer vs Australian Cattle Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Schipperke vs Standard Schnauzer vs Australian Cattle Dog intelligence:	Very smart: Schipperke is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Very smart: Standard Schnauzer is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Outstanding: Australian Cattle Dog is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
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Trainability Schipperke vs Standard Schnauzer vs Australian Cattle Dog trainability comparison.	Schipperke dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Schipperke or Standard Schnauzer or Australian Cattle Dog?	Schipperke dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Schipperke or Standard Schnauzer or Australian Cattle Dog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Schipperke dogs are average defenders. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Schipperke vs Standard Schnauzer vs Australian Cattle Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Schipperke or Standard Schnauzer or Australian Cattle Dog? Schipperke vs Standard Schnauzer vs Australian Cattle Dog behavior/temperament comparison:	Curious Independent Agile Intelligent Confident Fearless Faithful	Playful Intelligent Devoted Lively Trainable Good-natured	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal Aggressive
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.	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: Schipperke vs Standard Schnauzer vs Australian Cattle Dog?	Average to High: Schipperke dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Standard Schnauzer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Schipperke vs Standard Schnauzer vs Australian Cattle Dog social needs comparison:	Schipperke dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are a social breed. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Schipperke dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Australian Cattle Dog is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Schipperke dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Schipperke vs Standard Schnauzer vs Australian Cattle Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Schipperke vs Standard Schnauzer vs Australian Cattle Dog playfulness comparison:	The Schipperke is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Standard Schnauzer is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Australian Cattle Dog is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Schipperke vs Standard Schnauzer vs Australian Cattle Dog?	Low: The Schipperke barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The Standard Schnauzer barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Australian Cattle 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 Schipperke or Standard Schnauzer or Australian Cattle Dog?	It is not recommended to keep the Schipperke breed in the home.	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.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Australian Cattle Dog breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Schipperke vs Standard Schnauzer vs Australian Cattle Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Schipperke 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: Australian Cattle Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Schipperke or Standard Schnauzer or Australian Cattle Dog?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Schipperke vs Standard Schnauzer vs Australian Cattle Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Schipperke vs Standard Schnauzer vs Australian Cattle Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Schipperke vs Standard Schnauzer vs Australian Cattle Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Schipperke vs Standard Schnauzer vs Australian Cattle Dog?	The Schipperke 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 Australian Cattle 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: Schipperke vs Standard Schnauzer vs Australian Cattle Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Schipperke vs Standard Schnauzer vs Australian Cattle Dog health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Follicular Dermatitis	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Deafness
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Schipperke 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 Australian Cattle Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Schipperke vs Standard Schnauzer vs Australian Cattle Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Schipperke, Standard Schnauzer and Australian Cattle Dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	13-15 years The average lifespan of Schipperke: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Standard Schnauzer: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Cattle Dog: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Schipperke vs Standard Schnauzer vs Australian Cattle Dog?	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.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Australian Cattle Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Schipperke vs Standard Schnauzer vs Australian Cattle Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Schipperke or Standard Schnauzer or Australian Cattle Dog? Schipperke vs Standard Schnauzer vs Australian Cattle Dog energy level comparison:	Schipperke dogs are high-energy dogs.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Schipperke vs Standard Schnauzer vs Australian Cattle Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Schipperke or Standard Schnauzer or Australian Cattle Dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Schipperke dogs need a lot of exercises.	Standard Schnauzer dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Schipperke or Standard Schnauzer or Australian Cattle Dog?	Schipperke dogs don't need too much sleep.	Standard Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Schipperke vs Standard Schnauzer vs Australian Cattle Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

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

Schipperke vs Standard Schnauzer vs Australian Cattle Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Schipperke vs Standard Schnauzer vs Australian Cattle Dog coat comparison:	Fluffy Soft Thick	Wiry	Dense
Colors What are the original Schipperke, Standard Schnauzer and Australian Cattle Dog color?	Black Tan Blue Cream Brown Apricot	Black Pepper Salt	Red Blue Speckled Mottled
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Schipperke or Standard Schnauzer or Australian Cattle Dog? Schipperke vs Standard Schnauzer vs Australian Cattle Dog grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Schipperke doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Effortless: The Australian Cattle Dog requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Schipperke or Standard Schnauzer or Australian Cattle Dog? Schipperke or Standard Schnauzer or {name3 shedding:	Schipperke dogs shed moderately. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Schipperke or Standard Schnauzer or Australian Cattle Dog?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Schipperke vs Standard Schnauzer vs Australian Cattle Dog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Schipperke vs Standard Schnauzer vs Australian Cattle Dog?	Medium ⏺ The Schipperke has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Standard Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Australian Cattle Dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Schipperke 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 Australian Cattle Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Schipperke vs Standard Schnauzer vs Australian Cattle Dog Good With Comparison

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

Schipperke vs Standard Schnauzer vs Australian Cattle 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: Schipperke or Standard Schnauzer or Australian Cattle Dog? 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?	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: Schipperke vs Standard Schnauzer vs Australian Cattle Dog?	Yes Schipperke breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Standard Schnauzer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Australian Cattle Dog 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.

Schipperke vs Standard Schnauzer vs Australian Cattle 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 Schipperke and Standard Schnauzer and Australian Cattle Dog have?	3-7 puppies	4-8 puppies	1-7 puppies, average 5
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Schipperke vs Standard Schnauzer vs Australian Cattle Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1980 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	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 Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	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	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

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