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Name	Toy Poodle	Miniature Schnauzer	Teacup Australian Shepherd
Origins	Germany France	Germany	United States
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Barbone Pudle Teacup Poodle Teddy Poodle	Zwergschnauzer	Toy Blue Dog Toy Aussie
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Toy Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Teacup Australian Shepherd breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Toy Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Teacup Australian Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Toy Poodle or Miniature Schnauzer or Teacup Australian Shepherd? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1500	$600-$1000	$700-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Toy Poodle or Miniature Schnauzer or Teacup Australian Shepherd?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Miniature Schnauzer is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Toy Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Teacup Australian Shepherd Size Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Toy Poodle or Miniature Schnauzer or Teacup Australian Shepherd? Which is the smallest dog, Toy Poodle or Miniature Schnauzer or Teacup Australian Shepherd?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Toy Poodle or Miniature Schnauzer or Miniature Schnauzer? Toy Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Teacup Australian Shepherd weight comparison:	Male: 6-9 pounds (3-4 kg)	Male: 11-18 pounds (5.0-8.2 kg), Female: 10-15 pounds (4.5-6.8 kg)	Male: 8-18 pounds (4-8 kg), Female: 7-17 pounds (3.5-7.5 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 7.5 pounds (3.5 kg)	Male: 14.5 pounds (5.0-8.2 kg), Female: 12.5 pounds (4.5-6.8 kg)	Male: 13 pounds (6 kg), Female: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Toy Poodle or Miniature Schnauzer or Teacup Australian Shepherd? Toy Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Teacup Australian Shepherd height comparison:	Up to 10 inches (25.4 cm)	Male: 14 inches (35.6 cm), Female: 13 inches (33.0 cm)	Male: 10-13 inches (25-33 cm), Female: 10-13 inches (25-33 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Up to 10 inches (25.4 cm)	Male: 14 inches (35.6 cm), Female: 13 inches (33.0 cm)	Male: 11.5 inches (29 cm), Female: 11.5 inches (29 cm)

Toy Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Teacup Australian Shepherd Grooming, Hair and Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Toy Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Teacup Australian Shepherd coat comparison:	Dense Curly Thick	Wiry	Feathered
Colors What are the original Toy Poodle, Miniature Schnauzer and Teacup Australian Shepherd color?	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot	Black Silver Pepper Salt	Black Red Blue Merle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Toy Poodle or Miniature Schnauzer or Teacup Australian Shepherd? Toy Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Teacup Australian Shepherd grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Advanced: The Miniature Schnauzer requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Teacup Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Toy Poodle or Miniature Schnauzer or Teacup Australian Shepherd? Toy Poodle or Miniature Schnauzer or {name3 shedding:	Toy Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Teacup Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Toy Poodle or Miniature Schnauzer or Teacup Australian Shepherd?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.

Toy Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Teacup Australian Shepherd Personality / Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Toy Poodle or Miniature Schnauzer or Teacup Australian Shepherd? Toy Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Teacup Australian Shepherd behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual	Alert Intelligent Friendly Obedient Fearless Spirited	Active Loving Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Good-natured
Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Toy Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Teacup Australian Shepherd intelligence:	Outstanding: Toy Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Very smart: Miniature Schnauzer is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Teacup Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Toy Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Teacup Australian Shepherd trainability comparison.	Toy Poodle dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. See more.	Teacup Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Playfulness Toy Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Teacup Australian Shepherd playfulness comparison:	The Toy Poodle is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Miniature Schnauzers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Teacup Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	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.	Sensitive: Teacup Australian Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Toy Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Teacup Australian Shepherd?	High: Toy Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Miniature Schnauzer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Teacup Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Toy Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Teacup Australian Shepherd social needs comparison:	Toy Poodle dogs are a social breed. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are a social breed. See more.	Teacup Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed. See more.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Toy Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Teacup Australian Shepherd?	Average to High: The Toy Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Miniature Schnauzer barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Teacup Australian Shepherd rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Toy Poodle or Miniature Schnauzer or Teacup Australian Shepherd?	Toy Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Teacup Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Toy Poodle or Miniature Schnauzer or Teacup Australian Shepherd? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Toy Poodle dogs are average defenders. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Teacup Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Toy Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Teacup Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.
Bite Force Which bite is stronger: Toy Poodle or Miniature Schnauzer or Teacup Australian Shepherd?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Toy Poodle bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Miniature Schnauzer bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Teacup Australian Shepherd bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Toy Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Teacup Australian Shepherd mouthiness comparison:	Toy Poodle dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Teacup Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Toy Poodle dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Teacup Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Toy Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Teacup Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Toy Poodle or Miniature Schnauzer or Teacup Australian Shepherd?	Very house-friendly dog the Toy Poodle 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 Miniature 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 Teacup Australian Shepherd indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List
Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Toy Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Teacup Australian Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Toy Poodle or Miniature Schnauzer or Teacup Australian Shepherd?	Toy Poodle 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.	Miniature 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.	Teacup Australian Shepherd 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.

Toy Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Teacup Australian Shepherd Good With Comparison

Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Toy Poodle or Miniature Schnauzer or Teacup Australian Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?	Toy Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Teacup Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Toy Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are generally with other pets.	Teacup Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Toy Poodle or Miniature Schnauzer or Teacup Australian Shepherd?	Toy Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Teacup Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Toy Poodle or Miniature Schnauzer or Teacup Australian Shepherd?	Toy Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Teacup Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Toy Poodle or Miniature Schnauzer or Teacup Australian Shepherd?	Toy Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Teacup Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Toy Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Teacup Australian Shepherd?	Yes Toy Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Miniature Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Teacup Australian Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Toy Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Miniature Schnauzer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Teacup Australian Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Toy Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Miniature Schnauzers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Teacup Australian Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Toy Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Teacup Australian Shepherd Health Comparison

Health Issues Toy Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Teacup Australian Shepherd health comparison. Which is the healthier: Toy Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Teacup Australian Shepherd?	The Toy Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Miniature Schnauzer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Teacup Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Toy Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Teacup Australian Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Toy Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Teacup Australian Shepherd health problems comparison:	Heart Murmurs Slipped Stifle Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Ear Infections Skin Allergies Canine Diabetes Mellitus Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia	Cataracts Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Mycobacterium avium-intracellulare infection (MAI)	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Toy Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Miniature Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Teacup Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Toy Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Teacup Australian Shepherd lifespan comparison. How long do Toy Poodle, Miniature Schnauzer and Teacup Australian Shepherd breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	14-16 years The average lifespan of Toy Poodle: 15 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Miniature Schnauzer: 13 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Teacup Australian Shepherd: 14 years
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Hypoallergenic Toy Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Teacup Australian Shepherd hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Energy Level Who has more energy a Toy Poodle or Miniature Schnauzer or Teacup Australian Shepherd? Toy Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Teacup Australian Shepherd energy level comparison:	Toy Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Teacup Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Toy Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Teacup Australian Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Toy Poodle or Miniature Schnauzer or Teacup Australian Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Toy Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have an average exercise need.	Teacup Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Toy Poodle or Miniature Schnauzer or Teacup Australian Shepherd?	Toy Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Teacup Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot
Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Toy Poodle or Miniature Schnauzer or Teacup Australian Shepherd?	1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	1/4 to 1 cup 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? Toy Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Teacup Australian Shepherd weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Toy Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Miniature Schnauzer's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Teacup Australian Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Toy Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Teacup Australian Shepherd?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Miniature Schnauzer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Teacup Australian Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Toy Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Teacup Australian Shepherd?	Low 🔽 The Toy Poodle has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Teacup Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Toy Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Miniature Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Teacup Australian Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Toy Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Teacup Australian Shepherd 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.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Toy Poodle or Miniature Schnauzer or Teacup Australian Shepherd? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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.	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: Toy Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Teacup Australian Shepherd?	Not really Toy Poodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Miniature Schnauzer breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Teacup Australian Shepherd breed usually doesn't like 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.	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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Toy Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Teacup Australian Shepherd 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. See more.	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 Toy Poodle and Miniature Schnauzer and Teacup Australian Shepherd have?	2-4 puppies	3-6 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Toy Poodle vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Teacup Australian Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1926 as a Terrier breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by 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.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Dog Registry of America Inc.	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	No data available

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