Standard Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever Comparison – Which dog is better Schnauzer or Golden Flat Coat?

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Name	Standard Schnauzer	Golden Retriever
Origins	Germany	Scotland
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Group	Working Dogs	Gun Dog
Popularity Rank	90	3
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Standard Schnauzer and Golden Retriever. What other names are these breeds known by?	Schnauzer Wirehair Pinscher Mittelschnauzer	Golden Flat Coat Yellow Retriever
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Standard Schnauzer and a Golden Retriever. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Standard Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Standard Schnauzer or a Golden Retriever? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Medium	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Standard Schnauzer and a Golden Retriever. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)	Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 35 pounds (16 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Standard Schnauzer or Golden Retriever? Is a Standard Schnauzer taller than a Golden Retriever?	Male: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Standard Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Standard Schnauzer and a Golden Retriever. Which breed costs more?	$1200-$1500	$1000-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Standard Schnauzer or Golden Retriever?	Very frequent: The Standard Schnauzer is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.

Standard Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Standard Schnauzer or a Golden Retriever? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Very smart: Standard Schnauzer is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Standard Schnauzer or a Golden Retriever? Compare training requirements.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Standard Schnauzer or a Golden Retriever? Compare alertness levels.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Standard Schnauzer or a Golden Retriever? Compare territorial behaviors.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Standard Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Standard Schnauzer and a Golden Retriever. How do their temperaments differ?	Playful Intelligent Devoted Lively Trainable Good-natured	Intelligent Confident Friendly Reliable Kind Trustworthy
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Standard Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Standard Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever?	Average to High: Standard Schnauzer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Golden Retriever 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 Golden Retriever social needs comparison:	Standard Schnauzer dogs are a social breed. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Standard Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever?	Standard Schnauzer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Golden Retriever 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 Golden Retriever? Which can be better for hunting?	Standard Schnauzer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Golden Retriever 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 Golden Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Standard Schnauzer or a Golden Retriever? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average: The Standard Schnauzer barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Standard Schnauzer or a Golden Retriever? Compare play drive and energy.	The Standard Schnauzer is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Standard Schnauzer or a Golden Retriever? Compare living space needs.	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 recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.
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Standard Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Standard Schnauzer or a Golden Retriever? Compare adaptability levels.	Average: Standard Schnauzer dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Golden Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Standard Schnauzer or Golden Retriever?	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.	Golden Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Standard Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Standard Schnauzer or a Golden Retriever? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Standard Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Standard Schnauzer or a Golden Retriever? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Standard Schnauzer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Standard Schnauzer or a Golden Retriever? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Standard Schnauzer bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Standard Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Standard Schnauzer or a Golden Retriever? Compare average lifespans.	11-15 years The average lifespan of Standard Schnauzer: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Standard Schnauzer or a Golden Retriever? Compare climate tolerances.	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.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Standard Schnauzer and a Golden Retriever. Which breed is healthier?	Standard Schnauzers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Standard Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever?	Frequent The Standard Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Golden Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Standard Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Standard Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Follicular Dermatitis	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Hemangiosarcoma Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis

Standard Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Standard Schnauzer or a Golden Retriever? Compare activity levels.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Standard Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Standard Schnauzer or Golden Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Standard Schnauzer dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Standard Schnauzer or Golden Retriever?	Standard Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Standard Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Standard Schnauzer or a Golden Retriever? Compare obesity risks.	Low: The Standard Schnauzer has good luck with genetics. See more.	High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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Food Consumption Which eats more: a Standard Schnauzer or a Golden Retriever? Compare daily food needs.	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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Standard Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Standard Schnauzer or a Golden Retriever? Compare allergy friendliness.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Standard Schnauzer and Golden Retriever? Compare breed colors.	Black Pepper Salt	Golden Light
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Standard Schnauzer or a Golden Retriever? Compare maintenance needs.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Standard Schnauzer or a Golden Retriever? Compare drooling amounts.	The Standard Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Golden Retriever 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.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Standard Schnauzer or a Golden Retriever? Compare natural smell levels.	Low 🔽 The Standard Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Standard Schnauzer and a Golden Retriever? Compare fur types.	Wiry	Silky Wavy Shiny Straight
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Standard Schnauzer or a Golden Retriever? Compare bathing frequencies.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Standard Schnauzer or Golden Retriever? Do Standard Schnauzer dogs shed more than Golden Retriever dogs?	Standard Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Standard Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Standard Schnauzer or a Golden Retriever? Compare kid-friendliness.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Standard Schnauzer dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Standard Schnauzer or Golden Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?	Standard Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Standard Schnauzer or Golden Retriever?	Standard Schnauzer dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Standard Schnauzer or Golden Retriever? Can a Standard Schnauzer and a Golden Retriever be friends? Do Standard Schnauzer dogs get along with Golden Retriever dogs?	Standard Schnauzer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Standard Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever?	Yes Standard Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Golden Retriever 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.	Yes Golden Retriever is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Standard Schnauzers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Standard Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Standard Schnauzer or a Golden Retriever? Compare service capabilities.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Standard Schnauzer or a Golden Retriever? Compare therapy capabilities.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Standard Schnauzer or a Golden Retriever? Compare scenting abilities.	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.
Search & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Standard Schnauzer or a Golden Retriever? Compare SAR abilities.	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.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Standard Schnauzer or a Golden Retriever? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Standard Schnauzer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Standard Schnauzer or a Golden Retriever? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Standard Schnauzer and Golden Retriever. Which has stronger military background?	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 Golden Retriever Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Standard Schnauzer and Golden Retriever. Which has larger litters?	4-8 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Standard Schnauzer and Golden Retriever breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Standard Schnauzer and Golden Retriever. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Standard Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Standard Schnauzer and Golden Retriever. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Standard Schnauzer and Golden Retriever. Which groups are they in?	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 Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Standard Schnauzer and Golden Retriever. Which is more widely recognized?	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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