Boston Terrier vs Miniature Schnauzer

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

Boston Terrier vs Miniature Schnauzer
Boston Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Boston Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
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General Details
Boston Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
13-15 Years
12-14 Years
Height
13-15 Inches
12-14 Inches
Weight
10-25 Pounds
11-20 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Boston Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Origin Country
United States
Germany
Origin Year
1870 AD
1888 AD
Temperament
Boston Terrier
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
Average
Average
Personality
Boston Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Boston Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
55-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Boston Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
15 MPH
17 MPH
Strength
Medium
Low to Medium
Grooming Needs
Boston Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Coat Maintenance
Low
High
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
Low
None to Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Boston Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Boston Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Boston Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Boston Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Average Lifespan
13-15 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Boston Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Patellar luxation
Heart murmurs
Allergies
Reverse sneezing
Cherry eye
Deafness
Brain tumors
Megaesophagus
Cataracts
Progressive retinal atrophy
MAC Lung Disease
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Boston Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Single
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Coat Length
Short
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Boston Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Breed Colors
Black and White
Brindle and White
Black
Black and Silver
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