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Standard Schnauzer vs German Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle Comparison - Dog breed selector: Schnauzer or Alsatian wolf dog or Barboncino Miniatura? Find the right dog for you

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Name Standard Schnauzer German Shepherd Miniature Poodle
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Schnauzer
Wirehair Pinscher
Mittelschnauzer
Alsatian wolf dog
Berger Allemand
Deutscher Schäferhund
Schäferhund
Alsatian
Barboncino Miniatura
Barbone
Carniche Moyen
Pudle
Zwergpudel
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Standard Schnauzer vs German Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Standard Schnauzer vs German Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Standard Schnauzer or German Shepherd or Miniature Poodle? Which is the smallest dog, Standard Schnauzer or German Shepherd or Miniature Poodle?
Medium Large Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Standard Schnauzer or German Shepherd or German Shepherd? Standard Schnauzer vs German Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle weight comparison:
Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg) Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg) 15-17 pounds (7-8 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 35 pounds (16 kg) Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg) 16 pounds (7.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Standard Schnauzer or German Shepherd or Miniature Poodle? Standard Schnauzer vs German Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle height comparison:
Male: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm) Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm) 11-15 inches (28-38 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm) Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm) 13 inches (33 cm)

Standard Schnauzer vs German Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Standard Schnauzer or German Shepherd or Miniature Poodle? Which is more expensive?
$1200-$1500 $800-$2000 $1000-$1500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Standard Schnauzer or German Shepherd or Miniature Poodle?
Very frequent: The Standard Schnauzer is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Standard Schnauzer vs German Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Standard Schnauzer vs German Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle intelligence:
Very smart: Standard Schnauzer is an excellent dog breed.
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Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Outstanding: Miniature Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Trainability
Standard Schnauzer vs German Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle trainability comparison.
Standard Schnauzer dogs are easy to train.
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German Shepherd dogs are easy to train.
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Miniature Poodle dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Standard Schnauzer or German Shepherd or Miniature Poodle?
Standard Schnauzer dogs are good watchdogs.
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German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Miniature Poodle dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Standard Schnauzer or German Shepherd or Miniature Poodle? 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.
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German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Miniature Poodle dogs are average defenders.
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Standard Schnauzer vs German Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Standard Schnauzer or German Shepherd or Miniature Poodle? Standard Schnauzer vs German Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Intelligent
Devoted
Lively
Trainable
Good-natured
Curious
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Watchful
Active
Alert
Intelligent
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: German Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Standard Schnauzer vs German Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle?
Average to High: Standard Schnauzer dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Miniature Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Standard Schnauzer vs German Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle social needs comparison:
Standard Schnauzer dogs are a social breed.
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German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Miniature Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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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.
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German Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Miniature Poodle dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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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.
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German Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Miniature Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Standard Schnauzer vs German Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Standard Schnauzer vs German Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle playfulness comparison:
The Standard Schnauzer is a highly playful breed.
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Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Miniature Poodle is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Standard Schnauzer vs German Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle?
Average: The Standard Schnauzer barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks.
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Average to High: The Miniature Poodle is a vocal breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Standard Schnauzer or German Shepherd or Miniature Poodle?
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 Shepherd indoors.
Very house-friendly dog the Miniature Poodle breed.

Standard Schnauzer vs German Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle 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.
German Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Miniature Poodle 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 Shepherd or Miniature Poodle?
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.
Miniature Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Standard Schnauzer vs German Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Standard Schnauzer or German Shepherd or Miniature Poodle?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Standard Schnauzer bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Miniature Poodle bite force: Weak.
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.

High 🔼

The German Shepherd has a high chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Miniature Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Standard Schnauzer vs German Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle mouthiness comparison:
Standard Schnauzer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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German Shepherd dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Miniature Poodle dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Standard Schnauzer vs German Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Standard Schnauzer vs German Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Standard Schnauzer vs German Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle?
Standard Schnauzers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.
The Miniature Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Standard Schnauzer vs German Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Standard Schnauzer vs German Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Follicular Dermatitis
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Epilepsy
Blindness
Cherry Eye
Elbow Dysplasia
Diabetes
Heart Disease
Retinal Dysplasia
Demodectic Mange
Degenerative Myelopathy
Wobbler's Syndrome
Panosteitis
Hemophilia B
Megaesophagus
Cushing's Syndrome
Lens Luxation
Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency
Chronic Diarrhea
Cruciate Ligament Rupture
Digestive Problems
Hemophilia A
Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy
Lupus
Myasthenia Gravis
Nail Bed Disease
Osteochondrosis
Pannus
Paralysis
Perianal Fistula
Seborrhea
Vitiligo
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Epilepsy
Addison's Disease
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 Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Miniature Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Standard Schnauzer vs German Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle lifespan comparison. How long do Standard Schnauzer, German Shepherd and Miniature Poodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Standard Schnauzer: 13 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Miniature Poodle: 15 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Standard Schnauzer vs German Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle?
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.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Standard Schnauzer vs German Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Standard Schnauzer or German Shepherd or Miniature Poodle? Standard Schnauzer vs German Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle energy level comparison:
Standard Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.
German Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Miniature Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Standard Schnauzer vs German Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Standard Schnauzer or German Shepherd or Miniature Poodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Standard Schnauzer dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
German Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Miniature Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Standard Schnauzer or German Shepherd or Miniature Poodle?
Standard Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.
German Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
Miniature Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Standard Schnauzer vs German Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Standard Schnauzer or German Shepherd or Miniature Poodle?
1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Standard Schnauzer vs German Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle weight gain potential comparison:
Low: The Standard Schnauzer has good luck with genetics.
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Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Miniature Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Standard Schnauzer vs German Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Standard Schnauzer vs German Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle coat comparison:
Wiry Fuzzy Dense
Curly
Thick
Colors
What are the original Standard Schnauzer, German Shepherd and Miniature Poodle color?
Black
Pepper
Salt
Black
Tan
Red
Silver
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Silver
Brown
Fawn
Beige
Apricot
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Standard Schnauzer or German Shepherd or Miniature Poodle? Standard Schnauzer vs German Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle grooming comparison:
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Standard Schnauzer or German Shepherd or Miniature Poodle? Standard Schnauzer or German Shepherd or {name3 shedding:
Standard Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal.
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German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders.
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Miniature Poodle dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Standard Schnauzer or German Shepherd or Miniature Poodle?
8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
Standard Schnauzer vs German Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Standard Schnauzer vs German Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle?

Low 🔽

The Standard Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Miniature Poodle has a low 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.
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The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Miniature Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Standard Schnauzer vs German Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle 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 Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Miniature Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Standard Schnauzer or German Shepherd or Miniature Poodle? Which dog is more friendly?
Standard Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
German Shepherd dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Miniature Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Standard Schnauzer or German Shepherd or Miniature Poodle?
Standard Schnauzer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
German Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Miniature Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Standard Schnauzer or German Shepherd or Miniature Poodle?
Standard Schnauzer dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
German Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Miniature Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Standard Schnauzer or German Shepherd or Miniature Poodle?
Standard Schnauzer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
German Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Miniature Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Standard Schnauzer vs German Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle?
Yes
Standard Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
German Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Miniature Poodle 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 Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Miniature Poodle 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 Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Miniature Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Standard Schnauzer vs German Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle 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.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Standard Schnauzer or German Shepherd or Miniature Poodle? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

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.

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.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Standard Schnauzer vs German Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle?

Not really

Standard Schnauzer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

German Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Miniature Poodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Standard Schnauzer vs German Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Standard Schnauzer and German Shepherd and Miniature Poodle have?
4-8 puppies 6-10 puppies 2-8 puppies, average 5

Standard Schnauzer vs German Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle 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 Herding breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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 Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. Not recognized by FCI.
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
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
German Shepherd Dog Club Of America
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
Canadian Canine Registry

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