I am wanting a schanuzer, I am wondering about the difference between giant and miniature schnauzers, I know ther is a huge size difference, But im wondering more about there tmpermant, and personality. Are the temperments of Giant and miniature schnauzers different? Im would love to have a schanuzer of any tpe, But I like the personality and temperment of Miniature schanuzers. by the way, has anyone owned a miniature and giant schanuzer?
2007-02-12 12:12:17 · 6 answers · asked by Rated J for Jesus 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
If you think about it, and really watch the action of a mini, I think you will realize that the higher energy level would be hard to handle in a Giant Schnauzer. I don't think you would be happy with a dog that large having the energy of the mini.
2007-02-12 12:24:46 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Miniature Schnauzers have a different temperament than the Giant or Standard Schnauzer. If you're looking for the Mini temperament in a Giant body, you'll likely be disappointed. The Giants and Standards are still much more "work" oriented, while the Minis have developed more of a "companion" temperament.
2007-02-12 12:19:29 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
i am a gromer and every single giant schnauzer i have groomed has some sort of problem. they have issues with being touched in certain areas. like their feet. thay don't want to stand still on the table for me. i really thought that it was the owners who kept it crated all the time. until one day i saw a dog show that showed behind the scene stuff. they showed a giant schnauzer getting accupunture to calm it down before a show.
they have shown aggression to other dogs, and to certain people too. seem to be very high strung.
the miniature schnauzer seems to be perfect in every way. try looking in to the standard schnauzer. there aren't too many of them around. so chances of bad breeding are slimmer. i've seen 1 in my 5 yrs at a very upscale spa for dogs. and he was the grandson of an AKC champion. what a sweetie. no issues at all
2007-02-12 12:25:59 · answer #3 · answered by dog whisperer 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Giant schnauzers are designed to be working dogs and need a job to do. They are not really the same.
2007-02-12 12:20:50 · answer #4 · answered by Cave Canem 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
my friend had a giant one and although he was nice as a young dog, he became highly territorial and nasty as he got older. the little ones are yappy, but probably have a better temperment.
2007-02-12 12:20:16 · answer #5 · answered by luna 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
sorry man im not really sure i know that bigger dogs are usually more calm though but can some people look at my question about my dog since they didnt post it
2007-02-12 12:19:04 · answer #6 · answered by whatuknowaboutthat3 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋