Manchester Terrier vs Miniature Schnauzer

Compare the Manchester Terrier to the Miniature Schnauzer. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Manchester Terriers and Miniature Schnauzers.

Manchester Terrier vs Miniature Schnauzer
Manchester Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Manchester Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
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General Details
Manchester Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
14-16 Years
12-14 Years
Height
13-17 Inches
12-14 Inches
Weight
10-22 Pounds
11-20 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Manchester Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Germany
Origin Year
1820 AD
1888 AD
Temperament
Manchester Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Average
Personality
Manchester Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Manchester Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
60-85 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Manchester Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
High
Medium
Top Running Speed
28 MPH
17 MPH
Strength
High
Low to Medium
Grooming Needs
Manchester Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Coat Maintenance
Low
High
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
Low
None to Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Manchester Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Manchester Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Manchester Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Average
Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Manchester Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Average Lifespan
14-16 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Manchester Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Von willebrand's disease
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Hypothyroidism
Glaucoma
Cataracts
Progressive retinal atrophy
MAC Lung Disease
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Manchester Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Single
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Rough
Coat Length
Short
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Manchester Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Breed Colors
Black
Black and Tan
Black
Black and Silver
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