Doberman Pinscher vs Standard Schnauzer

Compare the Doberman Pinscher to the Standard Schnauzer. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Doberman Pinschers and Standard Schnauzers.

Doberman Pinscher vs Standard Schnauzer
Doberman Pinscher
Standard Schnauzer
Doberman Pinscher
Standard Schnauzer
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General Details
Doberman Pinscher
Standard Schnauzer
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-14 Years
Height
24-28 Inches
17-20 Inches
Weight
65-99 Pounds
30-50 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Doberman Pinscher
Standard Schnauzer
Origin Country
Germany
Germany
Origin Year
1890 AD
1842 AD
Temperament
Doberman Pinscher
Standard Schnauzer
Overall Friendliness
Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Below Average
Personality
Doberman Pinscher
Standard Schnauzer
Traits
Needy
Willing to Please
Loving
Needy
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Doberman Pinscher
Standard Schnauzer
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
50-75 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Doberman Pinscher
Standard Schnauzer
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium to High
Medium
Top Running Speed
30 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Doberman Pinscher
Standard Schnauzer
Coat Maintenance
Low
High
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Doberman Pinscher
Standard Schnauzer
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Doberman Pinscher
Standard Schnauzer
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Doberman Pinscher
Standard Schnauzer
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Above Average
Above Average
Herding
Below Average
Above Average
Hunting
Below Average
Average
Protection
Above Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Doberman Pinscher
Standard Schnauzer
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Doberman Pinscher
Standard Schnauzer
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Wobbler Syndrome
Cardiomyopathy
Hip dysplasia
Follicular dermatitis
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Doberman Pinscher
Standard Schnauzer
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Smooth
Wire
Coat Texture
Straight
Wrinkly
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Doberman Pinscher
Standard Schnauzer
Breed Colors
Black and Rust
Black and Rust
Blue and Rust
Blue and Rust
Isabella and Rust
Isabella and Rust
Red and Rust
Red and Rust
White
White
Black
Black
Pepper-and-salt
Pepper-and-salt
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