Shih Tzu
VS
Standard Schnauzer
Shih Tzu vs Standard Schnauzer
Compare Shih Tzu 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
Shih Tzu
Standard Schnauzer
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
23 – 27 cm
45 – 50 cm
Weight
5 – 8 kg
12 – 20 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 16 years
13 – 16 years
Child friendly
4/5
4/5
Energy level
2/5
4/5
Intelligence
2/5
5/5
Trainability
4/5
5/5
Health
4/5
5/5
Grooming needs
4/5
4/5
Shedding
2/5
2/5
Barking level
3/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
1/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Shih Tzu
Great with kids
Easy to train
Small
Standard Schnauzer
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Easy to train
Medium
Summary
About Shih Tzu
Small, sturdy companion dog from Tibetan and Chinese palaces, 4.5–8 kg with a long, flowing coat and chrysanthemum-like face. Affectionate, cheerful, and confident, it suits many homes. Needs moderate exercise, intensive grooming, and patient, reward-based training.
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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