Dachshund
VS
Standard Schnauzer
Dachshund vs Standard Schnauzer
Compare Dachshund 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
Dachshund
Standard Schnauzer
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
20 – 27 cm
45 – 50 cm
Weight
3 – 10 kg
12 – 20 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 14 years
13 – 16 years
Child friendly
4/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
5/5
Trainability
2/5
5/5
Health
4/5
5/5
Grooming needs
2/5
4/5
Shedding
2/5
2/5
Barking level
4/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Dachshund
Great with kids
Low grooming
Stubborn
Small
Standard Schnauzer
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Easy to train
Medium
Summary
About Dachshund
Dachshund: bold, long‑backed, short‑legged hunting dog, originally bred for badger and rabbit. Comes in smooth, long and wire coats, standard and miniature sizes. Loyal, scent‑driven, independent and vocal. Needs regular but careful exercise and weight control to protect its spine.
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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