Miniature Schnauzer
VS
Samoyed
Miniature Schnauzer vs Samoyed
Compare Miniature Schnauzer and Samoyed 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
Miniature Schnauzer
Samoyed
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
30 – 35 cm
52 – 57 cm
Weight
4 – 8 kg
16 – 25 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 16 years
11 – 15 years
Child friendly
3/5
5/5
Energy level
3/5
5/5
Intelligence
4/5
4/5
Trainability
5/5
4/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
4/5
5/5
Shedding
1/5
4/5
Barking level
5/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Miniature Schnauzer
Super smart
Easy to train
Small
Samoyed
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Easy to train
Medium
Summary
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.
About Samoyed
Medium, strong Arctic spitz bred by the Samoyede people to herd reindeer, pull sleds, and share family tents. Noted for its “Samoyed smile” and heavy, low‑odor double coat. Social, energetic, vocal, and intelligent, it needs close companionship, firm positive training, and ample exercise.
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