Flat-coated Retriever vs Giant Schnauzer

Compare the Flat-coated Retriever to the Giant Schnauzer. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Flat-coated Retrievers and Giant Schnauzers.

Giant Schnauzer vs Flat-Coated Retriever
Giant Schnauzer
Flat-Coated Retriever
Giant Schnauzer
Flat-Coated Retriever
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General Details
Giant Schnauzer
Flat-Coated Retriever
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
8-10 Years
Height
24-28 Inches
22-24½ Inches
Weight
55-110 Pounds
55-80 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Giant Schnauzer
Flat-Coated Retriever
Origin Country
Germany
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1600 AD
1859 AD
Temperament
Giant Schnauzer
Flat-Coated Retriever
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Personality
Giant Schnauzer
Flat-Coated Retriever
Traits
Affectionate
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Giant Schnauzer
Flat-Coated Retriever
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
20-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Giant Schnauzer
Flat-Coated Retriever
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Very High
High
Grooming Needs
Giant Schnauzer
Flat-Coated Retriever
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Low
None to Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Giant Schnauzer
Flat-Coated Retriever
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Giant Schnauzer
Flat-Coated Retriever
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Giant Schnauzer
Flat-Coated Retriever
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Average
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Above Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Giant Schnauzer
Flat-Coated Retriever
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
8-10 Years
Health Concerns
Giant Schnauzer
Flat-Coated Retriever
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cancer
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Dry eye
Glaucoma
Retinal dysplasia
Heart problems
Cancer
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Giant Schnauzer
Flat-Coated Retriever
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Medium
Coat Coloring
Giant Schnauzer
Flat-Coated Retriever
Breed Colors
Black
Black and Tan
Fawn
Salt and Pepper
Black
Liver
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