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Name	Giant Schnauzer	Poodle	Goldendoodle
Origins	Germany	Germany France	United States Canada
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Riesenschnauzer	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle	Curly Retriever Goldenpoo Curly Golden
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Goldendoodle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Goldendoodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Giant Schnauzer or Poodle or Goldendoodle? Which is the smallest dog, Giant Schnauzer or Poodle or Goldendoodle?	Giant	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Giant Schnauzer or Poodle or Poodle? Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Goldendoodle weight comparison:	Males 60-105 pounds (27-48 kg), Female: 55-75 pounds (25-34 kg)	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	Miniature: 15-30 pounds (7-14 kg)Standard: 45-100 pounds (20-45 kg), Medium: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Males 82.5 pounds (37.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	Miniature: 22.5 pounds (10.5 kg)Standard: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Medium: 37.5 pounds (17 kg)
Height Which is taller, Giant Schnauzer or Poodle or Goldendoodle? Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Goldendoodle height comparison:	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more	13-24 inches (33-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more	18.5 inches (47 cm)

Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Goldendoodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Giant Schnauzer or Poodle or Goldendoodle? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1500	$1000-$1500	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Giant Schnauzer or Poodle or Goldendoodle?	Very frequent: The Giant Schnauzer is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Goldendoodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Goldendoodle intelligence:	Smart: The Giant Schnauzer dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Goldendoodle trainability comparison.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. See more.	Poodle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Giant Schnauzer or Poodle or Goldendoodle?	Giant Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Giant Schnauzer or Poodle or Goldendoodle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Giant Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Goldendoodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Giant Schnauzer or Poodle or Goldendoodle? Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Goldendoodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Powerful Intelligent Dominant Loyal Kind Strong Willed	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual	Energetic Intelligent Friendly Trainable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Goldendoodle?	Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Goldendoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Goldendoodle social needs comparison:	Giant Schnauzer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Giant Schnauzer is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Giant Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Goldendoodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Goldendoodle playfulness comparison:	The Giant Schnauzer is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.	The Goldendoodle is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Goldendoodle?	Average: The Giant Schnauzer barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Goldendoodle barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Giant Schnauzer or Poodle or Goldendoodle?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Giant Schnauzer breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Goldendoodle breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Goldendoodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Goldendoodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Giant Schnauzer or Poodle or Goldendoodle?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Goldendoodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Giant Schnauzer or Poodle or Goldendoodle?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Giant Schnauzer bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Poodle bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Goldendoodle bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Goldendoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Goldendoodle mouthiness comparison:	Giant Schnauzer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Poodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Goldendoodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Goldendoodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Goldendoodle?	Giant Schnauzers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Goldendoodles are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Goldendoodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Goldendoodle health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Heart Problems Elbow Dysplasia Retinal Dysplasia Glaucoma Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis Ear Infections Addison's Disease Cushing's Syndrome Runny Eyes Canine Atrial Septal Defect (asd) Neonatal Encephalopathy (news) Optic Nerve Hypoplasia Premature Graying	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Addison's Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Giant Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Goldendoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Goldendoodle lifespan comparison. How long do Giant Schnauzer, Poodle and Goldendoodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Giant Schnauzer: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Goldendoodle: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Goldendoodle?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Giant Schnauzer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Goldendoodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Giant Schnauzer or Poodle or Goldendoodle? Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Goldendoodle energy level comparison:	Giant Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Goldendoodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Goldendoodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Giant Schnauzer or Poodle or Goldendoodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Giant Schnauzer dogs need a lot of exercises.	Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Goldendoodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Giant Schnauzer or Poodle or Goldendoodle?	Giant Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Goldendoodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Goldendoodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Giant Schnauzer or Poodle or Goldendoodle?	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Goldendoodle weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Giant Schnauzer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Goldendoodle has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Goldendoodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Goldendoodle coat comparison:	Wiry	Curly	Curly Wavy Smooth Straight
Colors What are the original Giant Schnauzer, Poodle and Goldendoodle color?	Black Pepper Salt	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot	Black Gray Red White Brown Yellow
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Giant Schnauzer or Poodle or Goldendoodle? Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Goldendoodle grooming comparison:	Average: The Giant Schnauzer requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Giant Schnauzer or Poodle or Goldendoodle? Giant Schnauzer or Poodle or {name3 shedding:	Giant Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Giant Schnauzer or Poodle or Goldendoodle?	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Goldendoodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Goldendoodle?	Low 🔽 The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Goldendoodle has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Giant Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Goldendoodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Goldendoodle Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Giant Schnauzer dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Goldendoodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Giant Schnauzer or Poodle or Goldendoodle? Which dog is more friendly?	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Goldendoodle dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Giant Schnauzer or Poodle or Goldendoodle?	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Goldendoodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Giant Schnauzer or Poodle or Goldendoodle?	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Goldendoodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Giant Schnauzer or Poodle or Goldendoodle?	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not dog-friendly.	Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Goldendoodle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Goldendoodle?	Yes Giant Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Goldendoodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Giant Schnauzer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Goldendoodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Giant Schnauzers are not the best breed for elderly people.	Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Goldendoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Goldendoodle As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Giant Schnauzer or Poodle or Goldendoodle? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Goldendoodle?	Not really Giant Schnauzer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Goldendoodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Goldendoodle Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Giant Schnauzer and Poodle and Goldendoodle have?	5-8 puppies	2-4 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Goldendoodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry

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