Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle Comparison – Which dog is better Schnauzer or Barbone?

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Name	Standard Schnauzer	Poodle
Origins	Germany	Germany France
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Group	Working Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Schnauzer Wirehair Pinscher Mittelschnauzer	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Standard Schnauzer or Poodle? Is the Standard Schnauzer bigger than the Poodle breed? Is a Standard Schnauzer smaller than a Poodle?	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Standard Schnauzer or Poodle? Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle weight comparison:	Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 35 pounds (16 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Standard Schnauzer or Poodle? Is a Standard Schnauzer taller than a Poodle?	Male: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more

Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle Price and Availability Comparison

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

Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Standard Schnauzer or Poodle smarter? Which is best? Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle intelligence:	Very smart: Standard Schnauzer is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle trainability comparison. What's the difference between Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle?	Standard Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. See more.	Poodle dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Standard Schnauzer or Poodle?	Standard Schnauzer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Standard Schnauzer or 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. See more.	Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Standard Schnauzer or Poodle? Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Intelligent Devoted Lively Trainable Good-natured	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle?	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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle?	Average to High: Standard Schnauzer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Poodle 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 Poodle social needs comparison:	Standard Schnauzer dogs are a social breed. See more.	Poodle 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 Poodle?	Standard Schnauzer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle? Which can be better for hunting?	Standard Schnauzer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle playfulness comparison:	The Standard Schnauzer is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle?	Average: The Standard Schnauzer barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal 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 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.	Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Standard Schnauzer vs 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.	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 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.	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 Poodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle?	Standard Schnauzers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	The Poodle 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 Poodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Follicular Dermatitis	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis Ear Infections Addison's Disease Cushing's Syndrome Runny Eyes Canine Atrial Septal Defect (asd) Neonatal Encephalopathy (news) Optic Nerve Hypoplasia Premature Graying
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle?	Frequent The Standard Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle lifespan comparison. How long do Standard Schnauzer and Poodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Standard Schnauzer and Poodle?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Standard Schnauzer: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Standard Schnauzer vs 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. 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.

Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Standard Schnauzer or Poodle? Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle energy level comparison:	Standard Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Poodle 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 Poodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Standard Schnauzer or Poodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Standard Schnauzer dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Standard Schnauzer or Poodle?	Standard Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Standard Schnauzer or Poodle? Does the Standard Schnauzer breed eat more than the Poodle breed?	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle weight gain potential comparison:	Low: The Standard Schnauzer has good luck with genetics. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle coat comparison:	Wiry	Curly
Colors What are the original Standard Schnauzer and Poodle color? Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle color comparison:	Black Pepper Salt	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Standard Schnauzer or Poodle? Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Standard Schnauzer or Poodle? Do Standard Schnauzer dogs shed more than Poodle dogs?	Standard Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Standard Schnauzer or Poodle?	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Standard Schnauzer or Poodle?	Low 🔽 The Standard Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle?	The Standard Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Standard Schnauzer vs 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.	Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Standard Schnauzer or Poodle? Which dog is more friendly?	Standard Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Standard Schnauzer or Poodle?	Standard Schnauzer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Standard Schnauzer or Poodle?	Standard Schnauzer dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Standard Schnauzer or Poodle? Can a Standard Schnauzer and a Poodle be friends? Do Standard Schnauzer dogs get along with Poodle dogs?	Standard Schnauzer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle?	Yes Standard Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes 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 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.	Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Standard Schnauzer vs 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. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Standard Schnauzer or Poodle? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle?	Not really Standard Schnauzer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Standard Schnauzer and Poodle have? Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle litter size comparison:	4-8 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Standard Schnauzer vs 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 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy 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 Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry

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