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Standard Schnauzer vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Volpino Italiano Comparison - Dog breed selector: Schnauzer or Portuguese Warren Hound or Florentine Spitz? Find the right dog for you

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Name Standard Schnauzer Portuguese Podengo Pequeno Volpino Italiano
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Schnauzer
Wirehair Pinscher
Mittelschnauzer
Portuguese Warren Hound
Podengo Portugues
Florentine Spitz
Italian Spitz
Volpino
Cane de Quirinale
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Standard Schnauzer vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Volpino Italiano breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Standard Schnauzer vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Volpino Italiano Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Standard Schnauzer or Portuguese Podengo Pequeno or Volpino Italiano? Which is the smallest dog, Standard Schnauzer or Portuguese Podengo Pequeno or Volpino Italiano?
Medium Small Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Standard Schnauzer or Portuguese Podengo Pequeno or Portuguese Podengo Pequeno? Standard Schnauzer vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Volpino Italiano weight comparison:
Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg) 9-13 pounds (4-6 kg) 9-14 pounds (4–6 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 35 pounds (16 kg) 11 pounds (5 kg) 11.5 pounds (4–6 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Standard Schnauzer or Portuguese Podengo Pequeno or Volpino Italiano? Standard Schnauzer vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Volpino Italiano height comparison:
Male: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm) 8-12 inches (20-31 cm) 9.5-12 inches (24–30 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm) 10 inches (25.5 cm) 9.8.5 inches (24–30 cm)

Standard Schnauzer vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Volpino Italiano Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Standard Schnauzer or Portuguese Podengo Pequeno or Volpino Italiano? Which is more expensive?
$1200-$1500 $800-$1000 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Standard Schnauzer or Portuguese Podengo Pequeno or Volpino Italiano?
Very frequent: The Standard Schnauzer is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Portuguese Podengo Pequeno is easier than average to get.
Average: The Volpino Italiano is a commonly available dog breed.

Standard Schnauzer vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Volpino Italiano Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Standard Schnauzer or Portuguese Podengo Pequeno or Volpino Italiano? Standard Schnauzer vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Volpino Italiano behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Intelligent
Devoted
Lively
Trainable
Good-natured
Active
Friendly
Loyal
Lively
Companionable
Active
Playful
Affectionate
Lively
Watchful
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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Portuguese Podengo Pequeno dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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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 Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Volpino Italiano?
Average to High: Standard Schnauzer dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average to High: Portuguese Podengo Pequeno dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average to High: Volpino Italiano dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Standard Schnauzer vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Volpino Italiano social needs comparison:
Standard Schnauzer dogs are a social breed.
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Portuguese Podengo Pequeno dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Volpino Italiano 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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Portuguese Podengo Pequeno dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Volpino Italiano dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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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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Portuguese Podengo Pequeno 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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Volpino Italiano 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 Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Volpino Italiano Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Standard Schnauzer vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Volpino Italiano playfulness comparison:
The Standard Schnauzer is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Portuguese Podengo Pequenos, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Volpino Italiano is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Standard Schnauzer vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Volpino Italiano?
Average: The Standard Schnauzer barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Portuguese Podengo Pequeno rarely barks.
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Average to High: The Volpino Italiano is a vocal breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Standard Schnauzer or Portuguese Podengo Pequeno or Volpino Italiano?
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 Portuguese Podengo Pequeno breed.
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 Volpino Italiano indoors.

Standard Schnauzer vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Volpino Italiano Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Standard Schnauzer dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Average: Portuguese Podengo Pequeno dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Volpino Italiano dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Standard Schnauzer or Portuguese Podengo Pequeno or Volpino Italiano?
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.
Volpino Italiano 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 Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Volpino Italiano Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Standard Schnauzer or Portuguese Podengo Pequeno or Volpino Italiano?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Standard Schnauzer bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Portuguese Podengo Pequeno bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Volpino Italiano 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.

Low 🔽

The Portuguese Podengo Pequeno has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Volpino Italiano has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Standard Schnauzer vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Volpino Italiano mouthiness comparison:
Standard Schnauzer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Portuguese Podengo Pequeno dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Volpino Italiano dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Standard Schnauzer vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Volpino Italiano Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Standard Schnauzer vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Volpino Italiano health comparison. Which is the healthier: Standard Schnauzer vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Volpino Italiano?
Standard Schnauzers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
Portuguese Podengo Pequenos tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
Volpino Italianos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Standard Schnauzer vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Volpino Italiano? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Standard Schnauzer vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Volpino Italiano health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Follicular Dermatitis
No data available No data available
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 Portuguese Podengo Pequeno should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Frequent
The Volpino Italiano should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Standard Schnauzer vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Volpino Italiano lifespan comparison. How long do Standard Schnauzer, Portuguese Podengo Pequeno and Volpino Italiano breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Standard Schnauzer: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Portuguese Podengo Pequeno: 13 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Volpino Italiano: 15 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Standard Schnauzer vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Volpino Italiano?
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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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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Standard Schnauzer vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Volpino Italiano Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Standard Schnauzer or Portuguese Podengo Pequeno or Volpino Italiano? Standard Schnauzer vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Volpino Italiano energy level comparison:
Standard Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno dogs are high-energy dogs.
Volpino Italiano dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Standard Schnauzer vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Volpino Italiano exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Standard Schnauzer or Portuguese Podengo Pequeno or Volpino Italiano? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Standard Schnauzer dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno dogs have an average exercise need.
Volpino Italiano dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Standard Schnauzer or Portuguese Podengo Pequeno or Volpino Italiano?
Standard Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno dogs don't need too much sleep.
Volpino Italiano dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Standard Schnauzer vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Volpino Italiano Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Standard Schnauzer or Portuguese Podengo Pequeno or Volpino Italiano?
1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1/4 to 1/2 cup 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 Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Volpino Italiano weight gain potential comparison:
Low: The Standard Schnauzer has good luck with genetics.
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Average: The Portuguese Podengo Pequeno has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Volpino Italiano has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Standard Schnauzer vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Volpino Italiano Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Standard Schnauzer vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Volpino Italiano coat comparison:
Wiry Wiry
Smooth
Fluffy
Colors
What are the original Standard Schnauzer, Portuguese Podengo Pequeno and Volpino Italiano color?
Black
Pepper
Salt
Black
Gray
Red
Fawn
Orange
Gold
Chestnut
Black
Red
White
Fawn
Champagne
Honey
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Standard Schnauzer or Portuguese Podengo Pequeno or Volpino Italiano? Standard Schnauzer vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Volpino Italiano grooming comparison:
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Effortless: The Portuguese Podengo Pequeno requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Volpino Italiano requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Standard Schnauzer or Portuguese Podengo Pequeno or Volpino Italiano? Standard Schnauzer or Portuguese Podengo Pequeno or {name3 shedding:
Standard Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal.
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Portuguese Podengo Pequeno dogs shed moderately.
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Volpino Italiano dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Standard Schnauzer or Portuguese Podengo Pequeno or Volpino Italiano?
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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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 Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Volpino Italiano 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 Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Volpino Italiano?

Low 🔽

The Standard Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Portuguese Podengo Pequeno has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Volpino Italiano 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 Portuguese Podengo Pequeno is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Volpino Italiano is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Standard Schnauzer vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Volpino Italiano Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Standard Schnauzer dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Volpino Italiano dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Standard Schnauzer or Portuguese Podengo Pequeno or Volpino Italiano? Which dog is more friendly?
Standard Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Volpino Italiano dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Standard Schnauzer or Portuguese Podengo Pequeno or Volpino Italiano?
Standard Schnauzer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Volpino Italiano dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Standard Schnauzer or Portuguese Podengo Pequeno or Volpino Italiano?
Standard Schnauzer dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Volpino Italiano dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Standard Schnauzer or Portuguese Podengo Pequeno or Volpino Italiano?
Standard Schnauzer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Volpino Italiano dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Standard Schnauzer vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Volpino Italiano?
Yes
Standard Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Volpino Italiano 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
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
No
Volpino Italiano 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.
Portuguese Podengo Pequenos are usually recommended for elderly people.
Volpino Italianos are usually recommended for elderly people.

Standard Schnauzer vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Volpino Italiano 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 Portuguese Podengo Pequeno or Volpino Italiano? 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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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a 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 Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Volpino Italiano?

Not really

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

Portuguese Podengo Pequeno breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Volpino Italiano 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 Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Volpino Italiano 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 Portuguese Podengo Pequeno and Volpino Italiano have?
4-8 puppies 4-6 puppies 4-6 puppies

Standard Schnauzer vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Volpino Italiano 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 2013 as a Miscellaneous 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. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the European Spitz section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
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