Bearded Collie vs Miniature Schnauzer

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

Bearded Collie vs Miniature Schnauzer
Bearded Collie
Miniature Schnauzer
Bearded Collie
Miniature Schnauzer
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General Details
Bearded Collie
Miniature Schnauzer
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-14 Years
Height
20-22 Inches
12-14 Inches
Weight
40-60 Pounds
11-20 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Bearded Collie
Miniature Schnauzer
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Germany
Origin Year
1500 AD
1888 AD
Temperament
Bearded Collie
Miniature Schnauzer
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
Bearded Collie
Miniature Schnauzer
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Bearded Collie
Miniature Schnauzer
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-75 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Bearded Collie
Miniature Schnauzer
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
High
Medium
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
17 MPH
Strength
Medium
Low to Medium
Grooming Needs
Bearded Collie
Miniature Schnauzer
Coat Maintenance
High
High
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Low to Medium
Low
Drool
None to Low
None to Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Bearded Collie
Miniature Schnauzer
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Bearded Collie
Miniature Schnauzer
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Bearded Collie
Miniature Schnauzer
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Bearded Collie
Miniature Schnauzer
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Bearded Collie
Miniature Schnauzer
Common Health Issues
Addison's disease
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Arthritis
Eye diseases
Cataracts
Progressive retinal atrophy
MAC Lung Disease
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Bearded Collie
Miniature Schnauzer
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Rough
Coat Length
Long
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Bearded Collie
Miniature Schnauzer
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Blue
Blue
Brown
Brown
Fawn
Fawn
Black
Black
Black and Silver
Black and Silver
Liver
Liver
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