A Detailed Comparison of the Afador and the Miniature Schnauzer.

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Afador Versus Miniature Schnauzer: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Afador and the Miniature Schnauzer? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Afador and the Miniature Schnauzer better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Afador and the Miniature Schnauzer.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Afador and the Miniature Schnauzer is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Afador and for the Miniature Schnauzer. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Afador and the Miniature Schnauzer.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Afador or the Miniature Schnauzer.

Afador versus Miniature Schnauzer: Overview

A very important difference between the Afador and the Miniature Schnauzer is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Afador is a large-sized dog while the Miniature Schnauzer is a small-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Afador belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

On the other hand, the Miniature Schnauzer belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.

Afador versus Miniature Schnauzer: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Afador to the Miniature Schnauzer based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Afador and the Miniature Schnauzer

Factor Afador Miniature Schnauzer
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 1/5 3/5
Easy To Train 1/5 5/5
Life Span 10 to 12 years 12 to 14 years
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 2/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 2/5
Height 20 to 29 inches 13 to 14 inches tall at the shoulder
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 3/5 5/5
General Health 3/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 4/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 2/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 1/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Weight 50 to 75 pounds 11 to 20 pounds
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 13.0 years
Price Range No Data $1400 – $2500
Average Price No Data $1950
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination
  • Mycobacterium Avian Complex
  • Myotonia Congenita
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    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Afador in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Miniature Schnauzer. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for the Afador is 59 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Miniature Schnauzer is 82 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Miniature Schnauzer is a better pet than the Afador. So, you should get the Miniature Schnauzer!

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Afador and the Miniature Schnauzer so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Afador and the Miniature Schnauzer

    Below is a list of where the Afador and the Miniature Schnauzer are most different:

    • Afadors do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Miniature Schnauzers adapt well to apartment living.
    • Afadors are not easy to train. However, Miniature Schnauzers are very easy to train.

    The Similarities Between the Afador and the Miniature Schnauzer

    The Afador and the Miniature Schnauzer are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Afador and the Miniature Schnauzer are most similar:

    • Both the Afador and the Miniature Schnauzer do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
    • Both the Afador and the Miniature Schnauzer require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
    • Both the Afador and the Miniature Schnauzer can tolerate cold weather.
    • Both the Afador and the Miniature Schnauzer are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
    • Both the Afador and the Miniature Schnauzer gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
    • Both the Afador and the Miniature Schnauzer have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
    • Both the Afador and the Miniature Schnauzer are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
    • Both the Afador and the Miniature Schnauzer have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
    • Both the Afador and the Miniature Schnauzer have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
    • Both the Afador and the Miniature Schnauzer do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
    • Both the Afador and the Miniature Schnauzer require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
    • Both the Afador and the Miniature Schnauzer are highly intelligent.

    Size Comparison of Afador versus Miniature Schnauzer

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Afador and the Miniature Schnauzer.

    Afadors weigh 50 to 75 pounds when fully grown. Afadors are 20 to 29 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Miniature Schnauzers weigh 11 to 20 pounds when fully grown. Miniature Schnauzers are 13 to 14 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Afador versus Miniature Schnauzer

    The lifespan of Afadors is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Afadors is 11.0 years.

    The lifespan of Miniature Schnauzers is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Miniature Schnauzers is 13.0 years.

    Miniature Schnauzers live longer than Afadors.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Afador versus Miniature Schnauzer

    Afadors can be left alone only for a short time.

    Miniature Schnauzers can be left alone for some time without problems.

    Do Afadors shed more than Miniature Schnauzers?

    Afadors shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Miniature Schnauzers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Afador or the Miniature Schnauzer

    Afadors drool moderately.

    Miniature Schnauzers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Afador or the Miniature Schnauzer?

    Afadors require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Miniature Schnauzers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Does the Afador Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Miniature Schnauzer?

    Afadors have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Miniature Schnauzers have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Do Afadors Bark and Howl? What about Miniature Schnauzers?

    Afadors are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Miniature Schnauzers bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Afadors Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Miniature Schnauzers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Afadors can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Miniature Schnauzers can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Afador vs. Miniature Schnauzer

    Afadors have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Miniature Schnauzers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Afadors Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Miniature Schnauzers Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Afadors cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Miniature Schnauzers can tolerate hot weather.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Afador or the Miniature Schnauzer?

    Afadors get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Miniature Schnauzers get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Afadors good family dogs? What about Miniature Schnauzers?

    Afadors are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Miniature Schnauzers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Afadors and Miniature Schnauzers?

    Afadors do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

    Miniature Schnauzers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Is the Afador Easier to Train than the Miniature Schnauzer?

    Afadors are not easy to train.

    Miniature Schnauzers are very easy to train.

    Is the Afador Better for Apartment Owners than the Miniature Schnauzer?

    Afadors do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Miniature Schnauzers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Afador or the Miniature Schnauzer?

    Afadors are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Miniature Schnauzers are OK for new dog owners.

    Conclusion: Afador versus Miniature Schnauzer. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Afador and the Miniature Schnauzer better suits you and your family.