Miniature Schnauzer vs Patterdale Terrier

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

Miniature Schnauzer vs Patterdale Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Patterdale Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Patterdale Terrier
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General Details
Miniature Schnauzer
Patterdale Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
11-13 Years
Height
12-14 Inches
10-20 Inches
Weight
11-20 Pounds
11-18 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Miniature Schnauzer
Patterdale Terrier
Origin Country
Germany
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1888 AD
1940 AD
Temperament
Miniature Schnauzer
Patterdale Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Average
Personality
Miniature Schnauzer
Patterdale Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Miniature Schnauzer
Patterdale Terrier
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
55-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Miniature Schnauzer
Patterdale Terrier
Energy Level
Medium
Very High
Exercise Required
Medium
Very High
Top Running Speed
17 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Low to Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Miniature Schnauzer
Patterdale Terrier
Coat Maintenance
High
Medium
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
None to Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Miniature Schnauzer
Patterdale Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
Yes
Breed Focus
Miniature Schnauzer
Patterdale Terrier
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Miniature Schnauzer
Patterdale Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Above Average
Chasing
Above Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below 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
Patterdale Terrier
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
11-13 Years
Health Concerns
Miniature Schnauzer
Patterdale Terrier
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Progressive retinal atrophy
MAC Lung Disease
Pink Eye
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Miniature Schnauzer
Patterdale Terrier
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Rough
Rough
Coat Length
Short to Medium
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Miniature Schnauzer
Patterdale Terrier
Breed Colors
Black
Black and Silver
Liver
Black
Black and Tan
Blue
Chocolate
Red
Tan
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