Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Schnauzer

Compare the Labrador Retriever to the Miniature Schnauzer. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Labrador Retrievers and Miniature Schnauzers.

Labrador Retriever

Miniature Schnauzer

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General Details

Labrador Retriever

Miniature Schnauzer

Breed Type

Purebred

Allergy Friendly

Yes

Lifespan

10-12 Years

12-14 Years

Height

21-24 Inches

12-14 Inches

Weight

55-80 Pounds

11-20 Pounds

Intelligence

Above Average

History

Labrador Retriever

Miniature Schnauzer

Origin Country

Canada

Germany

Origin Year

1700 AD

1888 AD

Temperament

Labrador Retriever

Miniature Schnauzer

Overall Friendliness

Above Average

Family Friendly

Above Average

Child Friendly

Above Average

Average

Pet Friendly

Above Average

Average

Stranger Friendly

Above Average

Average

Personality

Labrador Retriever

Miniature Schnauzer

Traits

Affectionate

Loving

Snuggle

Willing to Please

Affectionate

Stubborn

Willing to Please

Living Environment

Labrador Retriever

Miniature Schnauzer

Apartment

Yes

Indoor

Yes

Small Yard

Yes

Medium Yard

Yes

Large Yard

Yes

Temperature Tolerance

30-90 °F

30-80 °F

Barks/Howls

Average

Above Average

Exercise Needs

Labrador Retriever

Miniature Schnauzer

Energy Level

High

Medium

Exercise Required

High

Medium

Top Running Speed

20 MPH

17 MPH

Strength

High

Low to Medium

Grooming Needs

Labrador Retriever

Miniature Schnauzer

Coat Maintenance

Medium

High

Shedding

High

Low

Dander

Medium

Low

Drool

Medium

None to Low

Instincts and Behavior

Breed Mentality

Labrador Retriever

Miniature Schnauzer

Dominant / Alpha

Family / Pack

Yes

Independent

Yes

Breed Focus

Labrador Retriever

Miniature Schnauzer

Distracted Easy

Yes

Focused & Patient

Yes

Breed Instincts

Labrador Retriever

Miniature Schnauzer

Aggression

None

Below Average

Burrow / Digging

Below Average

Chasing

Below Average

Above Average

Follow Commands

Average

Fighting

None

Below Average

Guarding

None

Below Average

Herding

None

Below Average

Hunting

Above Average

Average

Protection

None

Below Average

Remove Vermin

Below Average

Above Average

Sled Pulling

Below Average

None

Watch / Guardian

Below Average

Above Average

Health Comparison

Lifespan

Labrador Retriever

Miniature Schnauzer

Average Lifespan

10-12 Years

12-14 Years

Health Concerns

Labrador Retriever

Miniature Schnauzer

Common Health Issues

Bloat

Cataracts

Hip dysplasia

Ear infections

Progressive retinal atrophy

Epilepsy

Elbow dysplasia

Osteochondritis Dissecans

Tricuspid valve dysplasia

Myopathy

Acute moist dermatitis

Cold tail

Cataracts

Progressive retinal atrophy

MAC Lung Disease

Appearance Comparison

Coat

Labrador Retriever

Miniature Schnauzer

Coat Type

Fur

Hair

Coat Layering

Double

Coat Texture

Straight

Rough

Coat Length

Short

Short to Medium

Coat Coloring

Labrador Retriever

Miniature Schnauzer

Breed Colors