Pug
VS
Miniature Schnauzer
Pug vs Miniature Schnauzer
Compare Pug 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
Pug
Miniature Schnauzer
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
31 – 35 cm
30 – 35 cm
Weight
5 – 9 kg
4 – 8 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 14 years
12 – 16 years
Child friendly
4/5
3/5
Energy level
3/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
5/5
Health
1/5
3/5
Grooming needs
3/5
4/5
Shedding
4/5
1/5
Barking level
3/5
5/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Pug
Great with kids
Small
Miniature Schnauzer
Super smart
Easy to train
Small
Summary
About Pug
Small, sturdy companion dog with wrinkled face, curled tail and expressive eyes, usually 6–8 kg and suited to city homes. Affectionate, people focused and playful, needs moderate gentle exercise, close family contact, careful weight control and extra management in hot weather due to its short nose.
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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