Australian Shepherd
VS
Standard Schnauzer
Australian Shepherd vs Standard Schnauzer
Compare Australian Shepherd 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
Australian Shepherd
Standard Schnauzer
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
46 – 58 cm
45 – 50 cm
Weight
14 – 29 kg
12 – 20 kg
Life expectancy
13 – 16 years
13 – 16 years
Child friendly
3/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
5/5
Trainability
4/5
5/5
Health
4/5
5/5
Grooming needs
4/5
4/5
Shedding
3/5
2/5
Barking level
4/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Australian Shepherd
Easy to train
Medium
Standard Schnauzer
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Easy to train
Medium
Summary
About Australian Shepherd
The Australian Shepherd is a medium, athletic herding dog, highly intelligent and energetic. Loyal and people oriented, it bonds closely and needs substantial daily exercise, training, and mental work. Its striking, weather resistant coat and varied eye colors add to its appeal.
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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