Chow Chow vs Giant Schnauzer

Compare the Chow Chow to the Giant Schnauzer. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Chow Chows and Giant Schnauzers.

Chow Chow vs Giant Schnauzer
Chow Chow
Giant Schnauzer
Chow Chow
Giant Schnauzer
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General Details
Chow Chow
Giant Schnauzer
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
12-15 Years
10-12 Years
Height
17-20 Inches
24-28 Inches
Weight
40-75 Pounds
55-110 Pounds
Intelligence
Below Average
Above Average
History
Chow Chow
Giant Schnauzer
Origin Country
China
Germany
Origin Year
-150 BC
1600 AD
Temperament
Chow Chow
Giant Schnauzer
Overall Friendliness
Below Average
Average
Family Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Below Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Personality
Chow Chow
Giant Schnauzer
Traits
Affectionate
Stubborn
Affectionate
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Chow Chow
Giant Schnauzer
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Average
Exercise Needs
Chow Chow
Giant Schnauzer
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Low to Medium
High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Chow Chow
Giant Schnauzer
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Chow Chow
Giant Schnauzer
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Chow Chow
Giant Schnauzer
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Chow Chow
Giant Schnauzer
Aggression
Above Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Above Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Average
Above Average
Herding
Average
Above Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Chow Chow
Giant Schnauzer
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Chow Chow
Giant Schnauzer
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Ectropion
Bloat
Cancer
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Dry eye
Glaucoma
Retinal dysplasia
Heart problems
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Chow Chow
Giant Schnauzer
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Single
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Rough
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Chow Chow
Giant Schnauzer
Breed Colors
Black
Blue
Cinnamon
Cream
Red
Black
Black and Tan
Fawn
Salt and Pepper
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