English Setter vs Miniature Schnauzer

Compare the English Setter to the Miniature Schnauzer. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between English Setters and Miniature Schnauzers.

English Setter vs Miniature Schnauzer
English Setter
Miniature Schnauzer
English Setter
Miniature Schnauzer
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General Details
English Setter
Miniature Schnauzer
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-14 Years
Height
23-27 Inches
12-14 Inches
Weight
45-80 Pounds
11-20 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
English Setter
Miniature Schnauzer
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Germany
Origin Year
1825 AD
1888 AD
Temperament
English Setter
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
English Setter
Miniature Schnauzer
Traits
Affectionate
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
English Setter
Miniature Schnauzer
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
45-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
English Setter
Miniature Schnauzer
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
High to Very High
Medium
Top Running Speed
21 MPH
17 MPH
Strength
Medium
Low to Medium
Grooming Needs
English Setter
Miniature Schnauzer
Coat Maintenance
Medium
High
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
Low
None to Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
English Setter
Miniature Schnauzer
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
Yes
Yes
Breed Focus
English Setter
Miniature Schnauzer
Distracted Easy
Yes
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
English Setter
Miniature Schnauzer
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
English Setter
Miniature Schnauzer
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
English Setter
Miniature Schnauzer
Common Health Issues
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Heart problems
Eye diseases
Hemophilia A
Lysosomal storage diseases
Cataracts
Progressive retinal atrophy
MAC Lung Disease
Appearance Comparison
Coat
English Setter
Miniature Schnauzer
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Silky
Rough
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
English Setter
Miniature Schnauzer
Breed Colors
Blue belton
Blue belton
Blue belton and tan
Blue belton and tan
Lemon belton
Lemon belton
Liver belton
Liver belton
Orange belton
Orange belton
White
White
Black
Black
Black and Silver
Black and Silver
Liver
Liver
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