Icelandic Sheepdog vs Miniature Schnauzer

Compare the Icelandic Sheepdog to the Miniature Schnauzer. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Icelandic Sheepdogs and Miniature Schnauzers.

Icelandic Sheepdog vs Miniature Schnauzer
Icelandic Sheepdog
Miniature Schnauzer
Icelandic Sheepdog
Miniature Schnauzer
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General Details
Icelandic Sheepdog
Miniature Schnauzer
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-14 Years
Height
16½-18 Inches
12-14 Inches
Weight
20-30 Pounds
11-20 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Icelandic Sheepdog
Miniature Schnauzer
Origin Country
Iceland
Germany
Origin Year
870 AD
1888 AD
Temperament
Icelandic Sheepdog
Miniature Schnauzer
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Average
Personality
Icelandic Sheepdog
Miniature Schnauzer
Traits
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Icelandic Sheepdog
Miniature Schnauzer
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-75 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Icelandic Sheepdog
Miniature Schnauzer
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
High
Medium
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
17 MPH
Strength
Medium to High
Low to Medium
Grooming Needs
Icelandic Sheepdog
Miniature Schnauzer
Coat Maintenance
Low to Medium
High
Shedding
High
Low
Dander
High
Low
Drool
Low
None to Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Icelandic Sheepdog
Miniature Schnauzer
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Icelandic Sheepdog
Miniature Schnauzer
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Icelandic Sheepdog
Miniature Schnauzer
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Above Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
None
Average
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Icelandic Sheepdog
Miniature Schnauzer
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Icelandic Sheepdog
Miniature Schnauzer
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Eye problems
Cataracts
Progressive retinal atrophy
MAC Lung Disease
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Icelandic Sheepdog
Miniature Schnauzer
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Icelandic Sheepdog
Miniature Schnauzer
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Chocolate
Chocolate
Grey
Grey
Tan
Tan
Black
Black
Black and Silver
Black and Silver
Liver
Liver
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