Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer

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

Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer
Basenji
Miniature Schnauzer
Basenji
Miniature Schnauzer
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General Details
Basenji
Miniature Schnauzer
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
Yes
Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-14 Years
Height
16-18 Inches
12-14 Inches
Weight
20-24 Pounds
11-20 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Basenji
Miniature Schnauzer
Origin Country
Congo
Germany
Origin Year
-2 BC
1888 AD
Temperament
Basenji
Miniature Schnauzer
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
Basenji
Miniature Schnauzer
Traits
Affectionate
Stubborn
Affectionate
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Basenji
Miniature Schnauzer
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
60-85 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Basenji
Miniature Schnauzer
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
High
Medium
Top Running Speed
26 MPH
17 MPH
Strength
Medium
Low to Medium
Grooming Needs
Basenji
Miniature Schnauzer
Coat Maintenance
Low
High
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
Low
None to Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Basenji
Miniature Schnauzer
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
Yes
Yes
Breed Focus
Basenji
Miniature Schnauzer
Distracted Easy
Yes
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Basenji
Miniature Schnauzer
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
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
Above Average
Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Basenji
Miniature Schnauzer
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Basenji
Miniature Schnauzer
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Umbilical hernias
Persistent pupillary membrane
Fanconi syndrome
Immunoproliferative Systemic Intestinal Disease
Cataracts
Progressive retinal atrophy
MAC Lung Disease
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Basenji
Miniature Schnauzer
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Single
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Coat Length
Short
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Basenji
Miniature Schnauzer
Breed Colors
Black and White
Black, Tan, and White
Brindle and White
Cream and White
Red and White
Black
Black and Silver
Liver
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