Miniature Schnauzer vs Lancashire Heeler

Compare the Miniature Schnauzer to the Lancashire Heeler. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Miniature Schnauzers and Lancashire Heelers.

Miniature Schnauzer vs Lancashire Heeler
Miniature Schnauzer
Lancashire Heeler
Miniature Schnauzer
Lancashire Heeler
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General Details
Miniature Schnauzer
Lancashire Heeler
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Height
12-14 Inches
10-12 Inches
Weight
11-20 Pounds
13-18 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Miniature Schnauzer
Lancashire Heeler
Origin Country
Germany
East Timor
Origin Year
1888 AD
1800 AD
Temperament
Miniature Schnauzer
Lancashire Heeler
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Average
Personality
Miniature Schnauzer
Lancashire Heeler
Traits
Affectionate
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Needy
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Miniature Schnauzer
Lancashire Heeler
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
45-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Miniature Schnauzer
Lancashire Heeler
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
17 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
Low to Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Miniature Schnauzer
Lancashire Heeler
Coat Maintenance
High
Low
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None to Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Miniature Schnauzer
Lancashire Heeler
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Miniature Schnauzer
Lancashire Heeler
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Miniature Schnauzer
Lancashire Heeler
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Above Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Average
None
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Above Average
Herding
Below Average
Above Average
Hunting
Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Miniature Schnauzer
Lancashire Heeler
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Miniature Schnauzer
Lancashire Heeler
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Progressive retinal atrophy
MAC Lung Disease
Cataracts
Patellar luxation
Collapsed trachea
Reverse sneezing
Lens luxation
Collie eye anomaly
Persistent pupillary membrane
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Miniature Schnauzer
Lancashire Heeler
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Short to Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Miniature Schnauzer
Lancashire Heeler
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and Silver
Black and Silver
Liver
Liver
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