Saint Bernard
VS
Standard Schnauzer
Saint Bernard vs Standard Schnauzer
Compare Saint Bernard 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
Saint Bernard
Standard Schnauzer
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
65 – 90 cm
45 – 50 cm
Weight
60 – 100 kg
12 – 20 kg
Life expectancy
8 – 10 years
13 – 16 years
Child friendly
5/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
5/5
Trainability
3/5
5/5
Health
3/5
5/5
Grooming needs
4/5
4/5
Shedding
5/5
2/5
Barking level
3/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Saint Bernard
Great with kids
Giant
Standard Schnauzer
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Easy to train
Medium
Summary
About Saint Bernard
Large, gentle mountain dog developed by Swiss monks for rescue and companionship. Calm and affectionate, especially with children, but very big, drooly, and heavy shedding. Needs moderate exercise, careful joint and health management, and close inclusion in family life.
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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