Mudi
VS
Standard Schnauzer
Mudi vs Standard Schnauzer
Compare Mudi 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
Mudi
Standard Schnauzer
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
38 – 47 cm
45 – 50 cm
Weight
8 – 13 kg
12 – 20 kg
Life expectancy
13 – 14 years
13 – 16 years
Child friendly
3/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
5/5
Trainability
3/5
5/5
Health
5/5
5/5
Grooming needs
3/5
4/5
Shedding
3/5
2/5
Barking level
4/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Mudi
Small
Standard Schnauzer
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Easy to train
Medium
Summary
About Mudi
The Mudi is a medium Hungarian herding dog with a wavy or curly coat and lively expression. Intelligent, loyal, and versatile, it excels in work and dog sports. Naturally watchful and reserved with strangers, it needs extensive mental and physical activity and remains a relatively rare breed.
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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