German Spitz – Kleinspitz
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Miniature Schnauzer
German Spitz – Kleinspitz vs Miniature Schnauzer
Compare German Spitz – Kleinspitz 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
German Spitz – Kleinspitz
Miniature Schnauzer
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
23 – 29 cm
30 – 35 cm
Weight
5 – 8 kg
4 – 8 kg
Life expectancy
14 – 18 years
12 – 16 years
Child friendly
5/5
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
4/5
4/5
Shedding
4/5
1/5
Barking level
4/5
5/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics
German Spitz – Kleinspitz
Great with kids
Small
Miniature Schnauzer
Super smart
Easy to train
Small
Summary
About German Spitz – Kleinspitz
The German Spitz – Kleinspitz is a small, squarely built, fox‑faced companion with a dense double coat and curled tail. Alert, lively and strongly bonded to its people, it adapts well to city or country life, needs regular grooming, exercise and training, and can be vocal and watchful.
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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