Boykin Spaniel vs Miniature Schnauzer

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

Boykin Spaniel vs Miniature Schnauzer
Boykin Spaniel
Miniature Schnauzer
Boykin Spaniel
Miniature Schnauzer
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General Details
Boykin Spaniel
Miniature Schnauzer
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-14 Years
Height
14-18 Inches
12-14 Inches
Weight
25-40 Pounds
11-20 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Boykin Spaniel
Miniature Schnauzer
Origin Country
United States
Germany
Origin Year
1900 AD
1888 AD
Temperament
Boykin Spaniel
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
Boykin Spaniel
Miniature Schnauzer
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Boykin Spaniel
Miniature Schnauzer
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
55-85 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Boykin Spaniel
Miniature Schnauzer
Energy Level
Medium to High
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium to High
Medium
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
17 MPH
Strength
Medium
Low to Medium
Grooming Needs
Boykin Spaniel
Miniature Schnauzer
Coat Maintenance
Medium
High
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
Low
None to Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Boykin Spaniel
Miniature Schnauzer
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
Yes
Yes
Breed Focus
Boykin Spaniel
Miniature Schnauzer
Distracted Easy
Yes
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Boykin Spaniel
Miniature Schnauzer
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
None
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Boykin Spaniel
Miniature Schnauzer
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Boykin Spaniel
Miniature Schnauzer
Common Health Issues
Cushing's syndrome
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Heart problems
Cataracts
Progressive retinal atrophy
MAC Lung Disease
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Boykin Spaniel
Miniature Schnauzer
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Silky
Wavy
Rough
Coat Length
Medium
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Boykin Spaniel
Miniature Schnauzer
Breed Colors
Liver
Liver
Black
Black
Black and Silver
Black and Silver
Liver
Liver
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