Giant Schnauzer vs Caucasian Shepherd Dog

Compare the Giant Schnauzer to the Caucasian Shepherd Dog. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Giant Schnauzers and Caucasian Shepherd Dogs.

Giant Schnauzer

Caucasian Shepherd Dog

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General Details

Giant Schnauzer

Caucasian Shepherd Dog

Breed Type

Purebred

Allergy Friendly

Yes

Lifespan

10-12 Years

Height

24-28 Inches

25-28 Inches

Weight

55-110 Pounds

80-180 Pounds

Intelligence

Above Average

History

Giant Schnauzer

Caucasian Shepherd Dog

Origin Country

Germany

Georgia

Origin Year

1600 AD

-500 BC

Temperament

Giant Schnauzer

Caucasian Shepherd Dog

Overall Friendliness

Average

Below Average

Family Friendly

Above Average

Average

Child Friendly

Average

Pet Friendly

Average

None

Stranger Friendly

Below Average

None

Personality

Giant Schnauzer

Caucasian Shepherd Dog

Traits

Affectionate

Willing to Please

Aggressive

Loving

Willing to Please

Living Environment

Giant Schnauzer

Caucasian Shepherd Dog

Apartment

Indoor

Yes

Small Yard

Yes

Medium Yard

Yes

Large Yard

Yes

Temperature Tolerance

30-80 °F

20-80 °F

Barks/Howls

Average

Exercise Needs

Giant Schnauzer

Caucasian Shepherd Dog

Energy Level

High

Exercise Required

High

High to Very High

Top Running Speed

22 MPH

24 MPH

Strength

Very High

Grooming Needs

Giant Schnauzer

Caucasian Shepherd Dog

Coat Maintenance

Medium

High

Shedding

Low

High to Very High

Dander

Low

Medium to High

Drool

Low

Medium

Instincts and Behavior

Breed Mentality

Giant Schnauzer

Caucasian Shepherd Dog

Dominant / Alpha

Yes

Family / Pack

Yes

Independent

Breed Focus

Giant Schnauzer

Caucasian Shepherd Dog

Distracted Easy

Focused & Patient

Yes

Breed Instincts

Giant Schnauzer

Caucasian Shepherd Dog

Aggression

Below Average

Above Average

Burrow / Digging

Below Average

Chasing

Average

Follow Commands

Above Average

Below Average

Fighting

Average

Above Average

Guarding

Above Average

Herding

Above Average

Average

Hunting

Below Average

Protection

Above Average

Remove Vermin

Below Average

Sled Pulling

Average

Below Average

Watch / Guardian

Above Average

Health Comparison

Lifespan

Giant Schnauzer

Caucasian Shepherd Dog

Average Lifespan

10-12 Years

Health Concerns

Giant Schnauzer

Caucasian Shepherd Dog

Common Health Issues

Bloat

Cancer

Cataracts

Hip dysplasia

Progressive retinal atrophy

Elbow dysplasia

Dry eye

Glaucoma

Retinal dysplasia

Heart problems

Hip dysplasia

Appearance Comparison

Coat

Giant Schnauzer

Caucasian Shepherd Dog

Coat Type

Hair

Fur

Coat Layering

Single

Double

Coat Texture

Rough

Wooly

Coat Length

Medium to Long

Long

Coat Coloring

Giant Schnauzer

Caucasian Shepherd Dog

Breed Colors

Salt and Pepper