Is the Airedale Terrier Better than the Miniature Schnauzer as a Pet? Answer…

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Airedale Terrier Versus Miniature Schnauzer: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Airedale Terrier 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 Airedale Terrier 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 Airedale Terrier and the Miniature Schnauzer.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Airedale Terrier 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 Airedale Terrier 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 Airedale Terrier 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 Airedale Terrier or the Miniature Schnauzer.

Airedale Terrier versus Miniature Schnauzer

Airedale Terrier versus Miniature Schnauzer: Overview

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

Furthermore, both the Airedale Terrier and the Miniature Schnauzer are Terrier Dogs. This means both the Airedale Terrier and the Miniature Schnauzer 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.

Airedale Terrier versus Miniature Schnauzer: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Airedale Terrier 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 Airedale Terrier and the Miniature Schnauzer

Factor Airedale Terrier Miniature Schnauzer
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 10 to 13 years 12 to 14 years
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 2/5
Height 21 to 23 inches tall at the shoulder 13 to 14 inches tall at the shoulder
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 4/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 3/5
General Health 3/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 2/5
Easy To Train 4/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 3/5
Weight 40 to 65 pounds 11 to 20 pounds
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 1/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 11.5 years 13.0 years
Average Price $1360 $1950
Price Range $950 – $1800 $1400 – $2500
Temperament Score 78.2 percent 79.3 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination
  • Mycobacterium Avian Complex
  • Myotonia Congenita
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 57 17
    Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds) 29 12

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Airedale Terrier 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 Airedale Terrier is 70 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 Airedale Terrier. 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 Airedale Terrier and the Miniature Schnauzer so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    Airedale Terrier versus Miniature Schnauzer

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Airedale Terrier and the Miniature Schnauzer

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

  • Airedale Terriers do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Miniature Schnauzers adapt well to apartment living.
  • Airedale Terriers do not like to be left alone. However, Miniature Schnauzers can be left alone for some time without problems.
  • Airedale Terriers are prone to nip and chew at things. However, Miniature Schnauzers are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • The Similarities Between the Airedale Terrier and the Miniature Schnauzer

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

  • Both the Airedale Terrier and the Miniature Schnauzer do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Airedale Terrier and the Miniature Schnauzer are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Airedale Terrier and the Miniature Schnauzer do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Airedale Terrier and the Miniature Schnauzer require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • Both the Airedale Terrier and the Miniature Schnauzer are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Airedale Terrier and the Miniature Schnauzer get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Airedale Terrier and the Miniature Schnauzer get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Airedale Terrier and the Miniature Schnauzer gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Airedale Terrier and the Miniature Schnauzer are very easy to train.
  • Both the Airedale Terrier and the Miniature Schnauzer are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Airedale Terrier and the Miniature Schnauzer have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Both the Airedale Terrier and the Miniature Schnauzer are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Airedale Terrier and the Miniature Schnauzer have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Airedale Terrier and the Miniature Schnauzer have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Airedale Terrier and the Miniature Schnauzer require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Airedale Terrier and the Miniature Schnauzer are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Airedale Terrier versus Miniature Schnauzer

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

    Airedale Terriers weigh 40 to 65 pounds when fully grown. Airedale Terriers are 21 to 23 inches tall at the shoulder 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 Airedale Terrier versus Miniature Schnauzer

    The lifespan of Airedale Terriers is between 10 to 13 years. The average lifespan of Airedale Terriers is 11.5 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 Airedale Terriers.

    Airedale Terrier versus Miniature Schnauzer

    Temperament of the Airedale Terrier Versus the Miniature Schnauzer

    The Miniature Schnauzer has a better temperament than the Airedale Terrier.

    This is because the temperament score for the Miniature Schnauzer is 79.3 percent while the temperament score for the Airedale Terrier is 78.2 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).

    The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.

    Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.

    The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.

    With its temperament score of 78.2 percent, the Airedale Terrier has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 79.3 percent, the Miniature Schnauzer has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Airedale Terrier and the Miniature Schnauzer by measuring the temperaments of 110 Airedale Terriers and 116 Miniature Schnauzers.

    Price of Airedale Terrier versus Price of Miniature Schnauzer

    The average price of the Airedale Terrier puppy is $1360. The price of the Airedale Terrier typically ranges from $950 – $1800. However, the price of a Airedale Terrier can be as low as $250 and as high as $3135. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 282 Airedale Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Miniature Schnauzer puppy is $1950. The price of the Miniature Schnauzer typically ranges from $1400 – $2500. However, the price of the Miniature Schnauzer can be as low as $500 and as high as $8500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 913 Miniature Schnauzer puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Miniature Schnauzer is more expensive than the Airedale Terrier.

    Airedale Terrier Miniature Schnauzer
    Average Price $1360 $1950
    Price Range $950 to $1800 $1400 to $2500

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Airedale Terrier and Miniature Schnauzer. For different price points, the charts show how many Airedale Terrier puppies or how many Miniature Schnauzer puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Airedale Terriers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Airedale Terriers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Miniature Schnauzers

    A breakdown of the prices of Miniature Schnauzers

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Airedale Terrier puppy or the Miniature Schnauzer puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.

    Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.

    You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.

    Airedale Terrier versus Miniature Schnauzer

    Adopting the Airedale Terrier versus Adopting the Miniature Schnauzer

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Airedale Terriers and many Miniature Schnauzers are currently available for adoption.

    These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.

    Below is an adorable Male Airedale Terrier named Dale that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Airedale Terriers like Dale on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Airedale Terriers, Miniature Schnauzers are also available for adoption. For example, Mike is a Male Miniature Schnauzer that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Miniature Schnauzers like Mike that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Airedale Terrier and the Miniature Schnauzer can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Also, Cappy is an adorable Male Miniature Schnauzer on petfinder.com that you can adopt.

    You can find more Airedale Terriers and Miniature Schnauzers that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    The Intelligence of the Airedale Terrier versus the Intelligence of the Miniature Schnauzer

    Airedale Terrier Miniature Schnauzer
    Intelligence Rank 29 out of 130 dog breeds 12 out of 130 dog breeds
    Trainability Tend To Learn New Commands After 15 To 25 Repetitions Tend To Learn New Commands After 5 To 15 Repetitions

    Professor Stanley Coren, the famous psychology/neuropsychological professor and, dog lover/trainer measured and ranked the intelligence of about 130 different dog breeds.

    According to Prof. Stanley Coren, the total intelligence that a dog demonstrates is the addition of three types of intelligence. These intelligence types are:

  • Instinctive Intelligence: This is the natural intelligence a dog has because of what the dog was bred for. This type of intelligence comes from instinct. For example, dog breeds that were bred for guarding will have high `guarding` instinctive intelligence, while dog breeds that were bred for hunting will what high `hunting` instinctive intelligence. However, you cannot compare the intelligence of dog breeds based on instinctive intelligence because such a comparison will not make sense.
  • Adaptive Intelligence (learning and problem-solving ability): This indicates what a dog can learn to do for himself or herself. It includes learning and benefiting from experience with his environment, solving new problems, and so forth. Adaptive intelligence is specific to each dog, and not breed specific. Thus, two dogs can have remarkably different levels of adaptive intelligence even if they are of the same breed.
  • Working/Obedience Intelligence: This intelligence is the closest to what we might call school-learning ability and it is based upon what the dog can learn to do when instructed by humans. Importantly, different dog breeds have different learning abilities. Also, science has shown that some dog breeds can learn faster than some other breeds. This means certain dog breeds tend to have higher working/obedience intelligence than some other breeds. Dogs with high Working/Obedience Intelligence are smart and easy to train.
  • Prof. Coren showed that the Working/Obedience Intelligence of different dog breeds can be measured reliably. Thus, he was able to rank different dog breeds based on their Working/Obedience Intelligence.

    This is important because according to Prof. Coren, 51 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from its genes while 49 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from the dog`s environmental circumstances.

    To rank the intelligence of dog breeds, Prof. Coren employed the help of 208 dog obedience judges in North America to fill out a detailed survey on dog obedience. This number represented more than half of all of these judges in North America at the time. He also employed 63 veterinarians and 14 guard dog experts to collect data on the personality of different dog breeds.

    Prof. Coren found that the Airedale Terrier has an obedience intelligence rank of 29 out of 130 dog breeds. The Airedale Terrier belongs to the `Above Average Working Dogs` category. This means that Airedale Terriers tend to learn new commands after 15 to 25 repetitions.

    The Miniature Schnauzer has an obedience intelligence rank of 12 out of 130 dog breeds. The Miniature Schnauzer belongs to the `Excellent Working Dogs` category. This means that Miniature Schnauzers tend to learn new commands after 5 to 15 repetitions.

    The Miniature Schnauzer is more intelligent than the Airedale Terrier.

    However, Prof. Coren noted that a dog should not be judged based on its intelligence alone, that other factors such as sociability, adorability, and compatibility with the owner are other very important factors that new dog owners need to consider when deciding on a new dog.

    The Popularity of Airedale Terrier versus Popularity of Miniature Schnauzer

    Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).

    The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Airedale Terrier and the Miniature Schnauzer over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Miniature Schnauzer is more popular with dog owners than the Airedale Terrier. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Miniature Schnauzer is 17 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Airedale Terrier is 57 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Airedale Terrier

    Popularity of Airedale Terrier

    Popularity of Miniature Schnauzer

    Popularity of Miniature Schnauzer

    Year Airedale Terrier Popularity Rank Miniature Schnauzer Popularity Rank
    2013 56 17
    2014 57 16
    2015 53 16
    2016 55 17
    2017 55 18
    2018 60 19
    2019 60 18
    2020 62 19

    Health Problems of Airedale Terrier versus Health Problems of Miniature Schnauzer

    Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.

    Both the Airedale Terrier and the Miniature Schnauzer are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.

    The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.

    Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Airedale Terrier is prone to more genetic health problems than the Miniature Schnauzer.

    This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Airedale Terrier than for the Miniature Schnauzer.

    5 health tests are recommended for Airedale Terrier while 4 tests are recommended for the Miniature Schnauzer.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Airedale Terriers and in Miniature Schnauzers.

    Airedale Terrier Health Problems

    Airedale Terriers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Airedale Terrier puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Airedale Terrier puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Airedale Terrier breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Airedale Terriers for:

  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Airedale Terriers here.

    Miniature Schnauzer Health Problems

    Miniature Schnauzers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Miniature Schnauzer puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Miniature Schnauzer puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Miniature Schnauzer breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Miniature Schnauzers for:

  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination
  • Mycobacterium Avian Complex
  • Myotonia Congenita
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Miniature Schnauzers here.

    More Discussions on Health Problems in Airedale Terriers and Miniature Schnauzers

    Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Airedale Terrier Breed is Eyes problems.

    This is because the Airedale Terrier ranks 17 out of 182 dog breeds for Eyes problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 78 Airedale Terriers, 2 of them had Eyes problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Airedale Terriers, and how common these diseases are in Airedale Terriers relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Eyes problems: Rank 17 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Congenital Cardiac problems: Rank 29 out of 159 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 44 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 107 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Miniature Schnauzer Breed is Legg-Calve-Perthes problems.

    This is because the Miniature Schnauzer ranks 13 out of 40 dog breeds for Legg-Calve-Perthes problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 157 Miniature Schnauzers, 0 of them had Legg-Calve-Perthes problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Miniature Schnauzers, and how common these diseases are in Miniature Schnauzers relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Legg-Calve-Perthes problems: Rank 13 out of 40 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 96 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 125 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 187 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • The table below lists the common health problems in Airedale Terrier and in Miniature Schnauzer and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Airedale Terrier and the Miniature Schnauzer:

    Disease Airedale Terrier Rank Miniature Schnauzer Rank
    Eyes problems 17 out of 182 dog breeds 96 out of 182 dog breeds
    Congenital Cardiac problems 29 out of 159 dog breeds Not Common
    Elbow problems 44 out of 144 dog breeds Not Common
    Hips problems 107 out of 198 dog breeds 187 out of 198 dog breeds
    Legg-Calve-Perthes problems Not Common 13 out of 40 dog breeds
    Patella problems Not Common 125 out of 145 dog breeds

    *To learn more about each of these diseases, go to OFA.org and search for the disease.

    Again, most of these health problems can be prevented through health screening. Responsible breeders screen male and female dog parents for genetic problems. These breeders will only breed dogs that are free of genetic defects. That way, there is little or no chance that their puppies will grow up to have genetic health problems. Always ask a breeder for the list of health tests the breeder screens their dogs for before buying a puppy from such a breeder.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Airedale Terrier versus Miniature Schnauzer

    Airedale Terriers do not like to be left alone.

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

    Do Airedale Terriers shed more than Miniature Schnauzers?

    Airedale Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good 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 Airedale Terrier or the Miniature Schnauzer

    Airedale Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Miniature Schnauzers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Airedale Terrier or the Miniature Schnauzer?

    Airedale Terriers 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 Airedale Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Miniature Schnauzer?

    Airedale Terriers 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 Airedale Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Miniature Schnauzers?

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

    Miniature Schnauzers bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Airedale Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Miniature Schnauzers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Airedale Terriers can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Miniature Schnauzers can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Airedale Terrier vs. Miniature Schnauzer

    Airedale Terriers 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 Airedale Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Miniature Schnauzers Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Airedale Terriers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Miniature Schnauzers can tolerate hot weather.

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

    Airedale Terriers get along very well with other dogs.

    Miniature Schnauzers get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Airedale Terriers good family dogs? What about Miniature Schnauzers?

    Airedale Terriers 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 Airedale Terriers and Miniature Schnauzers?

    Airedale Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Airedale Terrier Easier to Train than the Miniature Schnauzer?

    Airedale Terriers are very easy to train.

    Miniature Schnauzers are very easy to train.

    Is the Airedale Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Miniature Schnauzer?

    Airedale Terriers do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Miniature Schnauzers adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    Airedale Terriers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Miniature Schnauzers are OK for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Airedale Terrier

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Airedale Terrier that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Airedale Terrier:

  • Australian Shepherd (80 percent match with Airedale Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Miniature Schnauzer vs Australian Shepherd.
  • Curly-Coated Retriever (82 percent match with Airedale Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Miniature Schnauzer vs Curly-Coated Retriever.
  • English Springer Spaniel (80 percent match with Airedale Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Miniature Schnauzer vs English Springer Spaniel.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Miniature Schnauzer

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Miniature Schnauzer that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Miniature Schnauzer:

  • Polish Lowland Sheepdog (79 percent match with Miniature Schnauzer). Here is our comparison of the Airedale Terrier vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Airedale Terrier and how the Miniature Schnauzer compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Airedale Terrier and of the Miniature Schnauzer to other breeds:

    Airedale Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

        Airedale Terrier versus Norwegian Lundehund     Airedale Terrier versus German Pinscher     Airedale Terrier versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog     Airedale Terrier versus Briard     Airedale Terrier versus Redbone Coonhound     Airedale Terrier versus Pomapoo     Airedale Terrier versus Kishu Ken     Airedale Terrier versus Miniature Schnauzer     Airedale Terrier versus Sloughi     Airedale Terrier versus Kuvasz     Airedale Terrier versus Fila Brasileiro     Airedale Terrier versus English Setter     Airedale Terrier versus English Setter     Airedale Terrier versus Kishu Ken     Airedale Terrier versus Berger Picard     Airedale Terrier versus Papipoo     Airedale Terrier versus American Foxhound     Airedale Terrier versus Finnish Spitz     Airedale Terrier versus Border Terrier     Airedale Terrier versus Chinese Crested     Airedale Terrier versus English Cocker Spaniel     Airedale Terrier versus Beaglier     Airedale Terrier versus Black Russian Terrier     Airedale Terrier versus Beagle     

    Miniature Schnauzer Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Miniature Schnauzer versus Lakeland Terrier     Miniature Schnauzer versus Black and Tan Coonhound     Miniature Schnauzer versus Standard Schnauzer     Miniature Schnauzer versus Australian Terrier     Miniature Schnauzer versus Belgian Malinois     Miniature Schnauzer versus Rottweiler     Miniature Schnauzer versus American Pit Bull Terrier     Miniature Schnauzer versus Irish Setter     Miniature Schnauzer versus Pomchi     Miniature Schnauzer versus English Setter     Miniature Schnauzer versus Greyhound     Miniature Schnauzer versus Field Spaniel     Miniature Schnauzer versus Glen of Imaal Terrier     Miniature Schnauzer versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog     Miniature Schnauzer versus Cavachon     Miniature Schnauzer versus Carolina Dog     Miniature Schnauzer versus Bordoodle     Miniature Schnauzer versus Glen of Imaal Terrier     Miniature Schnauzer versus Kishu Ken     Miniature Schnauzer versus Australian Terrier     Miniature Schnauzer versus Spanish Mastiff     Miniature Schnauzer versus Saint Bernard     Miniature Schnauzer versus Norwegian Buhund     Miniature Schnauzer versus Mountain Cur     

    Conclusion: Airedale Terrier 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 Airedale Terrier and the Miniature Schnauzer better suits you and your family.