Afghan Hound
VS
Standard Schnauzer
Afghan Hound vs Standard Schnauzer
Compare Afghan Hound and Standard Schnauzer side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Afghan Hound
Standard Schnauzer
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
63 – 74 cm
45 – 50 cm
Weight
26 – 34 kg
12 – 20 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 16 years
13 – 16 years
Child friendly
5/5
4/5
Energy level
4/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
5/5
Trainability
2/5
5/5
Health
5/5
5/5
Grooming needs
3/5
4/5
Shedding
1/5
2/5
Barking level
1/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Afghan Hound
Great with kids
High energy
Quiet
Stubborn
Large
Standard Schnauzer
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Easy to train
Medium
Summary
About Afghan Hound
Ancient sighthound with tall, elegant build and long silky coat needing frequent grooming. Aloof with strangers but affectionate with family, independent and sensitive to harsh handling. Requires calm, positive training, secure exercise, and careful health and coat care.
About Standard Schnauzer
Medium, robust farm‑bred dog with a wiry low‑shedding coat in pepper‑and‑salt or black. Intelligent, watchful and protective yet affectionate and playful. Needs daily exercise, mental work, early socialization and regular grooming; generally healthy and long‑lived.
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