Miniature Schnauzer vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

Compare the Miniature Schnauzer to the Miniature Australian Shepherd. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Miniature Schnauzers and Miniature Australian Shepherds.

Miniature Schnauzer vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Miniature Schnauzer
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Miniature Schnauzer
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Miniature Schnauzer
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
13-15 Years
Height
12-14 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
11-20 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Miniature Schnauzer
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
Germany
United States
Origin Year
1888 AD
1978 AD
Temperament
Miniature Schnauzer
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Average
Personality
Miniature Schnauzer
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Miniature Schnauzer
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Miniature Schnauzer
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
Medium
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
17 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Low to Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Miniature Schnauzer
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
High
Medium
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None to Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Miniature Schnauzer
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Miniature Schnauzer
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Miniature Schnauzer
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Above Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
None
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Miniature Schnauzer
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Miniature Schnauzer
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Progressive retinal atrophy
MAC Lung Disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Miniature Schnauzer
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Wavy
Coat Length
Short to Medium
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Miniature Schnauzer
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and Silver
Black and Silver
Liver
Liver
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
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