Chinese Crested vs Miniature Schnauzer

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

Chinese Crested vs Miniature Schnauzer
Chinese Crested
Miniature Schnauzer
Chinese Crested
Miniature Schnauzer
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General Details
Chinese Crested
Miniature Schnauzer
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
Yes
Lifespan
13-15 Years
12-14 Years
Height
10-13 Inches
12-14 Inches
Weight
5-12 Pounds
11-20 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Chinese Crested
Miniature Schnauzer
Origin Country
China
Germany
Origin Year
1800 AD
1888 AD
Temperament
Chinese Crested
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
Chinese Crested
Miniature Schnauzer
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Affectionate
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Chinese Crested
Miniature Schnauzer
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
60-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Chinese Crested
Miniature Schnauzer
Energy Level
Medium
Medium
Exercise Required
Low
Medium
Top Running Speed
16 MPH
17 MPH
Strength
Low
Low to Medium
Grooming Needs
Chinese Crested
Miniature Schnauzer
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
High
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
None
None to Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Chinese Crested
Miniature Schnauzer
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Chinese Crested
Miniature Schnauzer
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Chinese Crested
Miniature Schnauzer
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
None
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
None
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
Chinese Crested
Miniature Schnauzer
Average Lifespan
13-15 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Chinese Crested
Miniature Schnauzer
Common Health Issues
Epilepsy
Glaucoma
Deafness
Lens luxation
Loose teeth
Cataracts
Progressive retinal atrophy
MAC Lung Disease
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Chinese Crested
Miniature Schnauzer
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Bald
Double
Coat Texture
Silky
Rough
Coat Length
Hairless
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Chinese Crested
Miniature Schnauzer
Breed Colors
Apricot
Apricot
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Black and White
Black and White
Blue
Blue
Brown
Brown
Chocolate
Chocolate
Cream
Cream
Red
Red
Sable
Sable
Silver
Silver
White
White
Black
Black
Black and Silver
Black and Silver
Liver
Liver
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