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Standard Schnauzer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog Comparison - Dog breed selector: Schnauzer or Ameri or Dwarf Scotch Shepherd? Find the right dog for you

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Name Standard Schnauzer Miniature American Shepherd Shetland Sheepdog
OriginsGermany flagGermany United States flagUnited States Scotland flagScotland
Group Working Dogs Working Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Schnauzer
Wirehair Pinscher
Mittelschnauzer
Ameri
Mini American
North American Shepherd
Dwarf Scotch Shepherd
Sheltie
Shetland Collie
Toonie Dog
Miniature Collie
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Standard Schnauzer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Standard Schnauzer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Standard Schnauzer or Miniature American Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog? Which is the smallest dog, Standard Schnauzer or Miniature American Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog?
Medium Small
Medium
Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Standard Schnauzer or Miniature American Shepherd or Miniature American Shepherd? Standard Schnauzer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog weight comparison:
Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg) 15-35 pounds (6-16 kg) 14-27 pounds (6-12 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 35 pounds (16 kg) 25 pounds (11 kg) 20.5 pounds (9 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Standard Schnauzer or Miniature American Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog? Standard Schnauzer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog height comparison:
Male: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm) Male: 14–18 inches (36–46 cm), Female: 13–17 inches (33–43 cm) 13-16 inches (33-41 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm) Male: 14–18 inches (36–46 cm), Female: 13–17 inches (33–43 cm) 14.5 inches (37 cm)

Standard Schnauzer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Standard Schnauzer or Miniature American Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog? Which is more expensive?
$1200-$1500 $900-$1000 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Standard Schnauzer or Miniature American Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog?
Very frequent: The Standard Schnauzer is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Miniature American Shepherd is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Shetland Sheepdog is quite easy to get.

Standard Schnauzer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Standard Schnauzer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog intelligence:
Very smart: Standard Schnauzer is an excellent dog breed.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Outstanding: Shetland Sheepdog is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Trainability
Standard Schnauzer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog trainability comparison.
Standard Schnauzer dogs are easy to train.
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Miniature American Shepherd dogs are very easy to train.
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Shetland Sheepdog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Standard Schnauzer or Miniature American Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog?
Standard Schnauzer dogs are good watchdogs.
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Miniature American Shepherd dogs are average watchdogs.
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Shetland Sheepdog dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Standard Schnauzer or Miniature American Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog? 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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Miniature American Shepherd dogs are average defenders.
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Shetland Sheepdog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Standard Schnauzer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Standard Schnauzer or Miniature American Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog? Standard Schnauzer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Intelligent
Devoted
Lively
Trainable
Good-natured
Energetic
Intelligent
Loyal
Devoted
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Shetland Sheepdog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Standard Schnauzer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog?
Average to High: Standard Schnauzer dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average to High: Miniature American Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Shetland Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Standard Schnauzer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog social needs comparison:
Standard Schnauzer dogs are a social breed.
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Miniature American Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Shetland Sheepdog dogs are a social breed.
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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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Miniature American Shepherd dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Shetland Sheepdog 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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Miniature American Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Shetland Sheepdog 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.
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Standard Schnauzer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Standard Schnauzer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog playfulness comparison:
The Standard Schnauzer is a highly playful breed.
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The Miniature American Shepherd is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Shetland Sheepdogs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Standard Schnauzer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog?
Average: The Standard Schnauzer barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Miniature American Shepherd rarely barks.
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A lot: Shetland Sheepdog is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Standard Schnauzer or Miniature American Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog?
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 Miniature American Shepherd indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Shetland Sheepdog breed in the home.

Standard Schnauzer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog 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.
Miniature American Shepherd dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Shetland Sheepdog 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 Miniature American Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog?
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.
Shetland Sheepdog 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 Miniature American Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Standard Schnauzer or Miniature American Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Standard Schnauzer bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Miniature American Shepherd bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Shetland Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.
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 Miniature American Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Standard Schnauzer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Standard Schnauzer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog?
Standard Schnauzers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
Miniature American Shepherds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Shetland Sheepdog 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 Miniature American Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Standard Schnauzer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Follicular Dermatitis
No data available Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Epilepsy
Heart Problems
Drug Sensitivity
Elbow Dysplasia
Collie Eye Anomaly
Haemophilia
Trichiasis
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.
Frequent
The Miniature American Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Shetland Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Standard Schnauzer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog lifespan comparison. How long do Standard Schnauzer, Miniature American Shepherd and Shetland Sheepdog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Standard Schnauzer: 13 years
13-15 years
The average lifespan of Miniature American Shepherd: 14 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Shetland Sheepdog: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Standard Schnauzer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog?
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 cold weather conditions
The Shetland Sheepdog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Standard Schnauzer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Standard Schnauzer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Standard Schnauzer or Miniature American Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog?
1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 3 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 Miniature American Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog weight gain potential comparison:
Low: The Standard Schnauzer has good luck with genetics.
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Average: The Miniature American Shepherd has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Shetland Sheepdog has an average risk for obesity.
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Standard Schnauzer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Standard Schnauzer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog coat comparison:
Wiry Smooth Dense
Colors
What are the original Standard Schnauzer, Miniature American Shepherd and Shetland Sheepdog color?
Black
Pepper
Salt
Black
Blue
White
Merle
Black
Tan
Blue
White
Sable
Merle
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Standard Schnauzer or Miniature American Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog? Standard Schnauzer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog grooming comparison:
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Easy to groom: The Miniature American Shepherd doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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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 Miniature American Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog? Standard Schnauzer or Miniature American Shepherd or {name3 shedding:
Standard Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal.
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Miniature American Shepherd dogs shed moderately.
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Shetland Sheepdog dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Standard Schnauzer or Miniature American Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog?
8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Standard Schnauzer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog 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 Miniature American Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog?

Low 🔽

The Standard Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Miniature American Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Shetland Sheepdog 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.
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The Miniature American Shepherd is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Shetland Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Standard Schnauzer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog Good With Comparison

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

Standard Schnauzer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog 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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Not really

This breed generally not used 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 Miniature American Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog? Which is better for autism?

Not really

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

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 Miniature American Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog?

Not really

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

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

Shetland Sheepdog 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.

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 Miniature American Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog 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 Miniature American Shepherd and Shetland Sheepdog have?
4-8 puppies 2-6 puppies 4-6 puppies

Standard Schnauzer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog 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 2015 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1911 as a Herding 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. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs 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
No data available 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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