Chihuahua
VS
Miniature Schnauzer
Chihuahua vs Miniature Schnauzer
Compare Chihuahua and Miniature 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
Chihuahua
Miniature Schnauzer
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
15 – 25 cm
30 – 35 cm
Weight
1 – 3 kg
4 – 8 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 18 years
12 – 16 years
Child friendly
2/5
3/5
Energy level
3/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
5/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming needs
2/5
4/5
Shedding
3/5
1/5
Barking level
5/5
5/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Chihuahua
Low grooming
Tiny
Miniature Schnauzer
Super smart
Easy to train
Small
Summary
About Chihuahua
The Chihuahua is a tiny yet sturdy companion dog, usually 1.5–3 kg with an apple-shaped head and large eyes. Found in smooth or long coats in many colors, it is devoted, alert, and bold. It needs daily walks, training, close companionship, and good health and dental care to thrive.
About Miniature Schnauzer
Compact, sturdy Miniature Schnauzers are bright, trainable, and people focused. Their wiry, low shedding coat needs regular grooming. Alert watchdogs with a terrier streak, they need daily exercise, mental stimulation, and clear training, and often live 12–15 years.
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