Miniature Schnauzer vs King Charles Spaniel

Compare the Miniature Schnauzer to the King Charles Spaniel. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Miniature Schnauzers and King Charles Spaniels.

Miniature Schnauzer vs King Charles Spaniel
Miniature Schnauzer
King Charles Spaniel
Miniature Schnauzer
King Charles Spaniel
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General Details
Miniature Schnauzer
King Charles Spaniel
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-12 Years
Height
12-14 Inches
10-11 Inches
Weight
11-20 Pounds
8-14 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Miniature Schnauzer
King Charles Spaniel
Origin Country
Germany
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1888 AD
1800 AD
Temperament
Miniature Schnauzer
King Charles Spaniel
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Above Average
Personality
Miniature Schnauzer
King Charles Spaniel
Traits
Affectionate
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Living Environment
Miniature Schnauzer
King Charles Spaniel
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
55-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Miniature Schnauzer
King Charles Spaniel
Energy Level
Medium
Low
Exercise Required
Medium
Low
Top Running Speed
17 MPH
14 MPH
Strength
Low to Medium
Low
Grooming Needs
Miniature Schnauzer
King Charles Spaniel
Coat Maintenance
High
Medium
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None to Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Miniature Schnauzer
King Charles Spaniel
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Miniature Schnauzer
King Charles Spaniel
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Miniature Schnauzer
King Charles Spaniel
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Miniature Schnauzer
King Charles Spaniel
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Miniature Schnauzer
King Charles Spaniel
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Progressive retinal atrophy
MAC Lung Disease
Mitral valve disease
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Patent ductus arteriosus
Open fontanel
Umbilical hernias
Cryptorchidism
Hydrocephalus
Cleft palate
Retinal dysplasia
Seborrheic dermatitis
Fused toes
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Miniature Schnauzer
King Charles Spaniel
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Rough
Silky
Coat Length
Short to Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Miniature Schnauzer
King Charles Spaniel
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and Silver
Black and Silver
Liver
Liver
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