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Name	Standard Schnauzer	German Pinscher	Keeshond
Origins	Germany	Germany	Germany Netherlands
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Group	Working Dogs	Working Dogs	Sled Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Schnauzer Wirehair Pinscher Mittelschnauzer	Glatthaariger Pinscher Standard Pinscher	Chien Loup Deutscher Wolfsspitz Kees Smiling Dutchman Wolfsspitz Dutch Barge Dog Barge Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher vs Keeshond breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher vs Keeshond Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Standard Schnauzer or German Pinscher or Keeshond? Which is the smallest dog, Standard Schnauzer or German Pinscher or Keeshond?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Standard Schnauzer or German Pinscher or German Pinscher? Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher vs Keeshond weight comparison:	Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)	25-35 pounds (11-16 kg)	35-45 pounds (15-20 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 35 pounds (16 kg)	30 pounds (13.5 kg)	40 pounds (17.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Standard Schnauzer or German Pinscher or Keeshond? Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher vs Keeshond height comparison:	Male: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)	16-19 inches (41-48 cm)	Male: 17-19 inches (44-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (40-46 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	17.5 inches (44.5 cm)	Male: 18 inches (46 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)

Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher vs Keeshond Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Standard Schnauzer or German Pinscher or Keeshond? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$1500	$1400-$1600	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Standard Schnauzer or German Pinscher or Keeshond?	Very frequent: The Standard Schnauzer is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The German Pinscher is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Keeshond is quite easy to get.

Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher vs Keeshond Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher vs Keeshond intelligence:	Very smart: Standard Schnauzer is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Very smart: Keeshond is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher vs Keeshond trainability comparison.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. See more.	German Pinscher dogs are easy to train. See more.	Keeshond dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Standard Schnauzer or German Pinscher or Keeshond?	Standard Schnauzer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	German Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Keeshond dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Standard Schnauzer or German Pinscher or Keeshond? 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.	German Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Keeshond dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher vs Keeshond Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Standard Schnauzer or German Pinscher or Keeshond? Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher vs Keeshond behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Intelligent Devoted Lively Trainable Good-natured	Loving Courageous Lively Outright Tempered Spirited Familiar	Playful Agile Intelligent Obedient Quick Bright Sturdy
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.	Sensitive: Keeshond 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 German Pinscher vs Keeshond?	Average to High: Standard Schnauzer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: German Pinscher dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Keeshond 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 German Pinscher vs Keeshond social needs comparison:	Standard Schnauzer dogs are a social breed. See more.	German Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Keeshond dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	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 German Pinscher is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Keeshond dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Standard Schnauzer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	German Pinscher dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Keeshond 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher vs Keeshond Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher vs Keeshond playfulness comparison:	The Standard Schnauzer is a highly playful breed. See more.	The German Pinscher is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Keeshonds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher vs Keeshond?	Average: The Standard Schnauzer barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The German Pinscher barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Keeshond is a particularly loud breed. 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 German Pinscher or Keeshond?	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 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 German Pinscher indoors.	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 Keeshond indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher vs Keeshond 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.	Average: German Pinscher dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Keeshond 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 German Pinscher or Keeshond?	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.	Keeshond 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 vs German Pinscher vs Keeshond Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher vs Keeshond Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher vs Keeshond health comparison. Which is the healthier: Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher vs Keeshond?	Standard Schnauzers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	German Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Keeshond 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: Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher vs Keeshond? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher vs Keeshond health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Follicular Dermatitis	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Heart Problems Skin Diseases Kneecap dislocations
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Standard Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The German Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Keeshond should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher vs Keeshond lifespan comparison. How long do Standard Schnauzer, German Pinscher and Keeshond breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Standard Schnauzer: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of German Pinscher: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Keeshond: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher vs Keeshond?	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.	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 cold weather The Keeshond can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher vs Keeshond Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Standard Schnauzer or German Pinscher or Keeshond? Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher vs Keeshond energy level comparison:	Standard Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.	German Pinscher dogs are high-energy dogs.	Keeshond 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 German Pinscher vs Keeshond exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Standard Schnauzer or German Pinscher or Keeshond? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Standard Schnauzer dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	German Pinscher dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Keeshond dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Standard Schnauzer or German Pinscher or Keeshond?	Standard Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.	German Pinscher dogs don't need too much sleep.	Keeshond dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
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Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher vs Keeshond Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Standard Schnauzer or German Pinscher or Keeshond?	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 2.5 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? Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher vs Keeshond weight gain potential comparison:	Low: The Standard Schnauzer has good luck with genetics. See more.	Average: The German Pinscher has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Keeshond's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher vs Keeshond Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher vs Keeshond coat comparison:	Wiry	Dense Shiny Smooth	Fluffy Dense
Colors What are the original Standard Schnauzer, German Pinscher and Keeshond color?	Black Pepper Salt	Black Tan Red Blue Brown	Black Gray Cream Silver
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Standard Schnauzer or German Pinscher or Keeshond? Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher vs Keeshond grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Effortless: The German Pinscher requires minimal grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Keeshond requires a lot of grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Standard Schnauzer or German Pinscher or Keeshond? Standard Schnauzer or German Pinscher or {name3 shedding:	Standard Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	German Pinscher dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Keeshond dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Standard Schnauzer or German Pinscher or Keeshond?	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.	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 German Pinscher vs Keeshond hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No 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 vs German Pinscher vs Keeshond?	Low 🔽 The Standard Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The German Pinscher has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Keeshond has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Standard Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The German Pinscher is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Keeshond is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher vs Keeshond Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Standard Schnauzer dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	German Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.	Keeshond dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Standard Schnauzer or German Pinscher or Keeshond? Which dog is more friendly?	Standard Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	German Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Keeshond dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
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Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Standard Schnauzer or German Pinscher or Keeshond?	Standard Schnauzer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	German Pinscher dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Keeshond dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Standard Schnauzer or German Pinscher or Keeshond?	Standard Schnauzer dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	German Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Keeshond dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Standard Schnauzer or German Pinscher or Keeshond?	Standard Schnauzer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	German Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Keeshond dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher vs Keeshond?	Yes Standard Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes German Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Keeshond 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 German Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Keeshond 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.	German Pinschers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Keeshonds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher vs Keeshond 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: Standard Schnauzer or German Pinscher or Keeshond? 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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher vs Keeshond?	Not really Standard Schnauzer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Keeshond 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.

Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher vs Keeshond 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 Standard Schnauzer and German Pinscher and Keeshond have?	4-8 puppies	6-8 puppies	3-8 puppies
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Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher vs Keeshond 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 2003 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Non-Sporting 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.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the European Spitz 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 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	American Canine Registry American 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 American Pet Registry, Inc.

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