Australian Terrier vs Miniature Schnauzer

Compare the Australian Terrier to the Miniature Schnauzer. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Australian Terriers and Miniature Schnauzers.

Australian Terrier vs Miniature Schnauzer
Australian Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Australian Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
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General Details
Australian Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
Yes
Lifespan
11-14 Years
12-14 Years
Height
9-11 Inches
12-14 Inches
Weight
12-16 Pounds
11-20 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Australian Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Origin Country
Australia
Germany
Origin Year
1820 AD
1888 AD
Temperament
Australian Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Average
Personality
Australian Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Affectionate
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Australian Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
50-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Australian Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Energy Level
Very High
Medium
Exercise Required
High to Very High
Medium
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
17 MPH
Strength
Low
Low to Medium
Grooming Needs
Australian Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Coat Maintenance
Low
High
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
None
None to Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Australian Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Australian Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Distracted Easy
Yes
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Australian Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Australian Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Average Lifespan
11-14 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Australian Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Common Health Issues
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Allergies
Diabetes
Cataracts
Progressive retinal atrophy
MAC Lung Disease
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Australian Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Rough
Coat Length
Medium
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Australian Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and Red
Black and Red
Blue and Tan
Blue and Tan
Red
Red
Sandy
Sandy
Black
Black
Black and Silver
Black and Silver
Liver
Liver
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