Standard Schnauzer vs Doberman Pinscher Comparison – Which dog is better Schnauzer or Doberman?

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Name	Standard Schnauzer	Doberman Pinscher
Origins	Germany	Germany
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Group	Working Dogs	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	90	16
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Schnauzer Wirehair Pinscher Mittelschnauzer	Doberman Dobermann Dobynm Dobie
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Standard Schnauzer vs Doberman Pinscher breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Standard Schnauzer vs Doberman Pinscher Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Standard Schnauzer or Doberman Pinscher? Is the Standard Schnauzer bigger than the Doberman Pinscher breed? Is a Standard Schnauzer smaller than a Doberman Pinscher?	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Standard Schnauzer or Doberman Pinscher? Standard Schnauzer vs Doberman Pinscher weight comparison:	Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)	Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 35 pounds (16 kg)	Male: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Standard Schnauzer or Doberman Pinscher? Is a Standard Schnauzer taller than a Doberman Pinscher?	Male: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

Standard Schnauzer vs Doberman Pinscher Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Standard Schnauzer or Doberman Pinscher? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Standard Schnauzer and Doberman Pinscher?	$1200-$1500	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Standard Schnauzer or Doberman Pinscher?	Very frequent: The Standard Schnauzer is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Doberman Pinscher is quite easy to get.

Standard Schnauzer vs Doberman Pinscher Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Standard Schnauzer or Doberman Pinscher smarter? Which is best? Standard Schnauzer vs Doberman Pinscher intelligence:	Very smart: Standard Schnauzer is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Outstanding: Doberman Pinscher is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Standard Schnauzer vs Doberman Pinscher trainability comparison. What's the difference between Standard Schnauzer vs Doberman Pinscher?	Standard Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Standard Schnauzer or Doberman Pinscher?	Standard Schnauzer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Standard Schnauzer or Doberman Pinscher? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Standard Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Standard Schnauzer vs Doberman Pinscher Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Standard Schnauzer or Doberman Pinscher? Standard Schnauzer vs Doberman Pinscher behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Intelligent Devoted Lively Trainable Good-natured	Energetic Alert Intelligent Obedient Loyal Fearless
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Standard Schnauzer vs Doberman Pinscher?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Doberman Pinscher dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Standard Schnauzer vs Doberman Pinscher?	Average to High: Standard Schnauzer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Doberman Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Standard Schnauzer vs Doberman Pinscher social needs comparison:	Standard Schnauzer dogs are a social breed. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Standard Schnauzer vs Doberman Pinscher?	Standard Schnauzer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Standard Schnauzer vs Doberman Pinscher? Which can be better for hunting?	Standard Schnauzer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Standard Schnauzer vs Doberman Pinscher Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Standard Schnauzer vs Doberman Pinscher playfulness comparison:	The Standard Schnauzer is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Doberman Pinschers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Standard Schnauzer vs Doberman Pinscher?	Average: The Standard Schnauzer barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Doberman Pinscher 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 Standard Schnauzer or Doberman Pinscher?	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.	Very house-friendly dog the Doberman Pinscher breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Standard Schnauzer vs Doberman Pinscher Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Standard Schnauzer dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Doberman Pinscher dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Standard Schnauzer or Doberman Pinscher?	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.

Standard Schnauzer vs Doberman Pinscher Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Standard Schnauzer vs Doberman Pinscher Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Standard Schnauzer vs Doberman Pinscher health comparison. Which is the healthier: Standard Schnauzer vs Doberman Pinscher?	Standard Schnauzers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	Doberman Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Standard Schnauzer vs Doberman Pinscher? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Standard Schnauzer vs Doberman Pinscher health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Follicular Dermatitis	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Wobbler's Syndrome Cardiomyopathy
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Standard Schnauzer vs Doberman Pinscher?	Frequent The Standard Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Doberman Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Standard Schnauzer vs Doberman Pinscher lifespan comparison. How long do Standard Schnauzer and Doberman Pinscher breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Standard Schnauzer and Doberman Pinscher?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Standard Schnauzer: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Doberman Pinscher: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Standard Schnauzer vs Doberman Pinscher?	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.

Standard Schnauzer vs Doberman Pinscher Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Standard Schnauzer or Doberman Pinscher? Standard Schnauzer vs Doberman Pinscher energy level comparison:	Standard Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Standard Schnauzer vs Doberman Pinscher exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Standard Schnauzer or Doberman Pinscher? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Standard Schnauzer dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Doberman Pinscher dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Standard Schnauzer or Doberman Pinscher?	Standard Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Doberman Pinscher dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
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Standard Schnauzer vs Doberman Pinscher Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Standard Schnauzer or Doberman Pinscher? Does the Standard Schnauzer breed eat more than the Doberman Pinscher breed?	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	5 to 6 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? Standard Schnauzer vs Doberman Pinscher weight gain potential comparison:	Low: The Standard Schnauzer has good luck with genetics. See more.	Average: The Doberman Pinscher has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Standard Schnauzer vs Doberman Pinscher Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Standard Schnauzer vs Doberman Pinscher coat comparison:	Wiry	Fine
Colors What are the original Standard Schnauzer and Doberman Pinscher color? Standard Schnauzer vs Doberman Pinscher color comparison:	Black Pepper Salt	Black Tan Red Blue White Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Standard Schnauzer or Doberman Pinscher? Standard Schnauzer vs Doberman Pinscher grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Easy to groom: The Doberman Pinscher doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Standard Schnauzer or Doberman Pinscher? Do Standard Schnauzer dogs shed more than Doberman Pinscher dogs?	Standard Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Doberman Pinscher 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: Standard Schnauzer or Doberman Pinscher?	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 Standard Schnauzer vs Doberman Pinscher 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, Standard Schnauzer or Doberman Pinscher?	Low 🔽 The Standard Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Standard Schnauzer vs Doberman Pinscher?	The Standard Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Doberman Pinscher drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.

Standard Schnauzer vs Doberman Pinscher Good With Comparison

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

Standard Schnauzer vs Doberman Pinscher 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: Standard Schnauzer or Doberman Pinscher? 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.
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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.
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: Standard Schnauzer vs Doberman Pinscher?	Not really Standard Schnauzer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Doberman Pinscher 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.
Fighting Dog / Military 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.

Standard Schnauzer vs Doberman Pinscher 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 Standard Schnauzer and Doberman Pinscher have? Standard Schnauzer vs Doberman Pinscher litter size comparison:	4-8 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Standard Schnauzer vs Doberman Pinscher Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.	Recognized by FCI in the 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 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 New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry

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