German Shorthaired Pointer vs Miniature Schnauzer

Compare the German Shorthaired Pointer to the Miniature Schnauzer. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between German Shorthaired Pointers and Miniature Schnauzers.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Miniature Schnauzer
German Shorthaired Pointer
Miniature Schnauzer
German Shorthaired Pointer
Miniature Schnauzer
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General Details
German Shorthaired Pointer
Miniature Schnauzer
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-14 Years
Height
22-24 Inches
12-14 Inches
Weight
45-75 Pounds
11-20 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
German Shorthaired Pointer
Miniature Schnauzer
Origin Country
Germany
Germany
Origin Year
1800 AD
1888 AD
Temperament
German Shorthaired Pointer
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
German Shorthaired Pointer
Miniature Schnauzer
Traits
Affectionate
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
German Shorthaired Pointer
Miniature Schnauzer
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
German Shorthaired Pointer
Miniature Schnauzer
Energy Level
High to Very High
Medium
Exercise Required
High to Very High
Medium
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
17 MPH
Strength
High
Low to Medium
Grooming Needs
German Shorthaired Pointer
Miniature Schnauzer
Coat Maintenance
Low
High
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
None
None to Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
German Shorthaired Pointer
Miniature Schnauzer
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
German Shorthaired Pointer
Miniature Schnauzer
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
German Shorthaired Pointer
Miniature Schnauzer
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
None
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
German Shorthaired Pointer
Miniature Schnauzer
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
German Shorthaired Pointer
Miniature Schnauzer
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Pannus
Lymphedema
Cataracts
Progressive retinal atrophy
MAC Lung Disease
Appearance Comparison
Coat
German Shorthaired Pointer
Miniature Schnauzer
Coat Type
Fur or Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Single
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Rough
Coat Length
Short
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
German Shorthaired Pointer
Miniature Schnauzer
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and White
Black and White
Black Roan
Black Roan
Liver
Liver
Liver and White
Liver and White
Liver Roan
Liver Roan
White
White
Black
Black
Black and Silver
Black and Silver
Liver
Liver
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