Groenendael vs Giant Schnauzer

Compare the Groenendael to the Giant Schnauzer. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Groenendaels and Giant Schnauzers.

Groenendael vs Giant Schnauzer
Groenendael
Giant Schnauzer
Groenendael
Giant Schnauzer
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General Details
Groenendael
Giant Schnauzer
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
11-13 Years
10-12 Years
Height
22-26 Inches
24-28 Inches
Weight
60-75 Pounds
55-110 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Groenendael
Giant Schnauzer
Origin Country
Belgium
Germany
Origin Year
1890 AD
1600 AD
Temperament
Groenendael
Giant Schnauzer
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
Groenendael
Giant Schnauzer
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Groenendael
Giant Schnauzer
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Average
Exercise Needs
Groenendael
Giant Schnauzer
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High
High
Top Running Speed
30 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Groenendael
Giant Schnauzer
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Medium
Shedding
High
Low
Dander
High
Low
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Groenendael
Giant Schnauzer
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Groenendael
Giant Schnauzer
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Groenendael
Giant Schnauzer
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Above Average
Fighting
Average
Average
Guarding
Average
Above Average
Herding
Above Average
Above Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Above Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Groenendael
Giant Schnauzer
Average Lifespan
11-13 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Groenendael
Giant Schnauzer
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Epilepsy
Hyperthyroidism
Bloat
Cancer
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Dry eye
Glaucoma
Retinal dysplasia
Heart problems
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Groenendael
Giant Schnauzer
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Coat Length
Medium
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Groenendael
Giant Schnauzer
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and Tan
Fawn
Salt and Pepper
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