Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Mini Schnauzer Jack Comparison – Which dog is better Irish Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier or Mini Schnauzer Jack?

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Name	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier	Mini Schnauzer Jack
Origins	Ireland	England Germany
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Designer Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Irish Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier Wheatie	No data available
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Mini Schnauzer Jack breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Mini Schnauzer Jack Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Mini Schnauzer Jack? Is the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier bigger than the Mini Schnauzer Jack breed? Is a Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier smaller than a Mini Schnauzer Jack?	Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Mini Schnauzer Jack? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Mini Schnauzer Jack weight comparison:	Male: 35-45 pounds (16-20 kg), Female: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)	11-18 pounds (5-8 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 40 pounds (18 kg), Female: 35 pounds (16 kg)	Male: 14.5 pounds (5.0-8.2 kg), Female: 12.5 pounds (4.5-6.8 kg)
Height Which is taller, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Mini Schnauzer Jack? Is a Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier taller than a Mini Schnauzer Jack?	Male: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)	8-15 inches (20-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	11.5 inches (29 cm)

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Mini Schnauzer Jack Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Mini Schnauzer Jack? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier and Mini Schnauzer Jack?	$800-$1000	$600-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Mini Schnauzer Jack?	Very frequent: The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Mini Schnauzer Jack is quite easy to get.

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Mini Schnauzer Jack Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Mini Schnauzer Jack smarter? Which is best? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Mini Schnauzer Jack intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: Mini Schnauzer Jack is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Mini Schnauzer Jack trainability comparison. What's the difference between Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Mini Schnauzer Jack?	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Mini Schnauzer Jack dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Mini Schnauzer Jack?	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Mini Schnauzer Jack dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Mini Schnauzer Jack? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Mini Schnauzer Jack dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Mini Schnauzer Jack Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Mini Schnauzer Jack? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Mini Schnauzer Jack behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Energetic Intelligent Affectionate Spirited Faithful	Stubborn Independent Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Obedient Fearless Spirited Cheerful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Mini Schnauzer Jack?	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: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Mini Schnauzer Jack?	High: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Mini Schnauzer Jack dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Mini Schnauzer Jack social needs comparison:	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Mini Schnauzer Jack dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Mini Schnauzer Jack?	The wanderlust potential of the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Mini Schnauzer Jack is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Mini Schnauzer Jack? Which can be better for hunting?	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Mini Schnauzer Jack dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Mini Schnauzer Jack Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Mini Schnauzer Jack playfulness comparison:	The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Mini Schnauzer Jack is a playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Mini Schnauzer Jack?	Average: The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Mini Schnauzer Jack is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Mini Schnauzer Jack?	Apartment-friendly dog the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Mini Schnauzer Jack breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Mini Schnauzer Jack Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Mini Schnauzer Jack dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Mini Schnauzer Jack?	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Mini Schnauzer Jack 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.

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Mini Schnauzer Jack Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Mini Schnauzer Jack?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Mini Schnauzer Jack bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is a Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier more dangerous than a Mini Schnauzer Jack?	Low 🔽 The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Mini Schnauzer Jack has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Mini Schnauzer Jack mouthiness comparison:	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Mini Schnauzer Jack dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Mini Schnauzer Jack Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Mini Schnauzer Jack health comparison. Which is the healthier: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Mini Schnauzer Jack?	The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Mini Schnauzer Jack 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: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Mini Schnauzer Jack? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Mini Schnauzer Jack health problems comparison:	Allergies Cancer Addison's Disease Renal Dysplasia	Cataracts Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Deafness Glaucoma Lens Luxation Mycobacterium avium-intracellulare infection (MAI)
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Mini Schnauzer Jack?	Average The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Mini Schnauzer Jack should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Mini Schnauzer Jack lifespan comparison. How long do Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier and Mini Schnauzer Jack breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier and Mini Schnauzer Jack?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier: 13 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Mini Schnauzer Jack: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Mini Schnauzer Jack?	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.

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Mini Schnauzer Jack Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Mini Schnauzer Jack? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Mini Schnauzer Jack energy level comparison:	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Mini Schnauzer Jack dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Mini Schnauzer Jack exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Mini Schnauzer Jack? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Mini Schnauzer Jack dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Mini Schnauzer Jack?	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Mini Schnauzer Jack dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Mini Schnauzer Jack Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Mini Schnauzer Jack? Does the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier breed eat more than the Mini Schnauzer Jack breed?	Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2 cups of a high-quality daily, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1 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? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Mini Schnauzer Jack weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Mini Schnauzer Jack's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Mini Schnauzer Jack Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Mini Schnauzer Jack coat comparison:	Curly	Wiry Rough
Colors What are the original Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier and Mini Schnauzer Jack color? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Mini Schnauzer Jack color comparison:	Wheaten	Black Tan White Silver Pepper Salt
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Mini Schnauzer Jack? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Mini Schnauzer Jack grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Mini Schnauzer Jack requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Mini Schnauzer Jack? Do Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs shed more than Mini Schnauzer Jack dogs?	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are low shedders. See more.	Mini Schnauzer Jack 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: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Mini Schnauzer Jack?	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.
Hypoallergenic Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Mini Schnauzer Jack hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Mini Schnauzer Jack?	Medium ⏺ The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Mini Schnauzer Jack has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Mini Schnauzer Jack?	The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Mini Schnauzer Jack is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Mini Schnauzer Jack Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Mini Schnauzer Jack dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Mini Schnauzer Jack? Which dog is more friendly?	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Mini Schnauzer Jack 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 Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Mini Schnauzer Jack?	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Mini Schnauzer Jack dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Mini Schnauzer Jack?	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Mini Schnauzer Jack dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Mini Schnauzer Jack? Can a Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier and a Mini Schnauzer Jack be friends? Do Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs get along with Mini Schnauzer Jack dogs?	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Mini Schnauzer Jack dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Mini Schnauzer Jack?	Yes Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Mini Schnauzer Jack dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Mini Schnauzer Jack is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Mini Schnauzer Jacks are usually recommended for elderly people.

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Mini Schnauzer Jack 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.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Mini Schnauzer Jack? 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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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.
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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Mini Schnauzer Jack?	Not really Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Mini Schnauzer Jack 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.
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.

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Mini Schnauzer Jack Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier and Mini Schnauzer Jack have? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Mini Schnauzer Jack litter size comparison:	5-8 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Mini Schnauzer Jack Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1973 as a Terrier breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
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 Irish Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry Club Espanol De Terriers	No data available

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