A Detailed Comparison of the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Giant Schnauzer.

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Appenzeller Sennenhunde Versus Giant Schnauzer: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Giant 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 Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Giant 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 Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Giant Schnauzer.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Giant 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 Appenzeller Sennenhunde and for the Giant 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 Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Giant Schnauzer.

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

Appenzeller Sennenhunde versus Giant Schnauzer

Appenzeller Sennenhunde versus Giant Schnauzer: Overview

A very important difference between the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Giant Schnauzer is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Appenzeller Sennenhunde is a medium-sized dog while the Giant Schnauzer is a large-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Appenzeller Sennenhunde belongs to the Herding Dogs group. Herding Dogs were bred for moving livestock, including sheep, cattle, and even reindeer. Herding dogs work closely with their human shepherds, and their natural intelligence and responsiveness make them highly trainable. They have high levels of energy, which needs to be channeled properly to prevent destructive behavior. Herding breeds are protective of their people and property and make excellent watchdogs. Their intelligence, agility, and activity level make them well suited to dog sports.

On the other hand, the Giant Schnauzer belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.

Appenzeller Sennenhunde versus Giant Schnauzer: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Appenzeller Sennenhunde to the Giant 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 Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Giant Schnauzer

Factor Appenzeller Sennenhunde Giant Schnauzer
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 1/5
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Height 19 to 22 inches tall at the shoulder 23 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 2/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 1/5
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 2/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Easy To Train 4/5 5/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 4/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 5/5
Weight 48 to 55 pounds 55 to 80 pounds
Tolerates Cold Weather 5/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 1/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 1/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 1/5
Life Span 9 to 12 years 10 to 12 years
Average Lifespan 10.5 years 11.0 years
Price Range No Data $1800 – $2500
Average Price No Data $2220
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
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    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Appenzeller Sennenhunde 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 Giant 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 Appenzeller Sennenhunde is 77 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Giant Schnauzer is 70 out of 125.

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

    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 Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Giant Schnauzer so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    Appenzeller Sennenhunde versus Giant Schnauzer

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Giant Schnauzer

    Below is a list of where the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Giant Schnauzer are most different:

  • Appenzeller Sennenhundes are very easy to groom. However, Giant Schnauzers require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.

    • The Similarities Between the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Giant Schnauzer

    The Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Giant Schnauzer are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Giant Schnauzer are most similar:

  • Both the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Giant Schnauzer do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Giant Schnauzer do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Giant Schnauzer do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Giant Schnauzer are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Giant Schnauzer are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Giant Schnauzer are very easy to train.
  • Both the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Giant Schnauzer are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Giant Schnauzer have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Giant Schnauzer are very playful.
  • Both the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Giant Schnauzer can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Giant Schnauzer are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Giant Schnauzer are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Giant Schnauzer require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Appenzeller Sennenhunde versus Giant Schnauzer

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Giant Schnauzer.

    Appenzeller Sennenhundes weigh 48 to 55 pounds when fully grown. Appenzeller Sennenhundes are 19 to 22 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Giant Schnauzers weigh 55 to 80 pounds when fully grown. Giant Schnauzers are 23 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Appenzeller Sennenhunde versus Giant Schnauzer

    The lifespan of Appenzeller Sennenhundes is between 9 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Appenzeller Sennenhundes is 10.5 years.

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

    Giant Schnauzers live longer than Appenzeller Sennenhundes.

    Adopting the Appenzeller Sennenhunde versus Adopting the Giant Schnauzer

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Appenzeller Sennenhundes and many Giant 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 Appenzeller Sennenhunde named Boss that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Appenzeller Sennenhundes like Boss on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Appenzeller Sennenhundes, Giant Schnauzers are also available for adoption. For example, Hendrix – Costa Mesa Location is a Male Giant Schnauzer that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Giant Schnauzers like Hendrix – Costa Mesa Location that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Giant Schnauzer can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Also, Milo is an adorable Male Giant Schnauzer on petfinder.com that you can adopt.

    You can find more Appenzeller Sennenhundes and Giant Schnauzers that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Appenzeller Sennenhunde versus Giant Schnauzer

    Appenzeller Sennenhundes do not like to be left alone.

    Giant Schnauzers do not like to be left alone.

    Do Appenzeller Sennenhundes shed more than Giant Schnauzers?

    Appenzeller Sennenhundes shed moderately.

    Giant Schnauzers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Appenzeller Sennenhunde or the Giant Schnauzer

    Appenzeller Sennenhundes do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Giant Schnauzers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Appenzeller Sennenhunde or the Giant Schnauzer?

    Appenzeller Sennenhundes are very easy to groom.

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

    Does the Appenzeller Sennenhunde Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Giant Schnauzer?

    Appenzeller Sennenhundes have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Giant 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 Appenzeller Sennenhundes Bark and Howl? What about Giant Schnauzers?

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

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

    Can Appenzeller Sennenhundes Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Giant Schnauzers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Appenzeller Sennenhundes can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Giant Schnauzers can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Appenzeller Sennenhunde vs. Giant Schnauzer

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

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

    Can Appenzeller Sennenhundes Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Giant Schnauzers Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Appenzeller Sennenhundes can tolerate hot weather.

    Giant Schnauzers cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Appenzeller Sennenhunde or the Giant Schnauzer?

    Appenzeller Sennenhundes get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Giant Schnauzers get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Appenzeller Sennenhundes good family dogs? What about Giant Schnauzers?

    Appenzeller Sennenhundes are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

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

    How Kid-friendly are Appenzeller Sennenhundes and Giant Schnauzers?

    Appenzeller Sennenhundes get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Appenzeller Sennenhunde Easier to Train than the Giant Schnauzer?

    Appenzeller Sennenhundes are very easy to train.

    Giant Schnauzers are very easy to train.

    Is the Appenzeller Sennenhunde Better for Apartment Owners than the Giant Schnauzer?

    Appenzeller Sennenhundes do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Giant Schnauzers do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Appenzeller Sennenhunde or the Giant Schnauzer?

    Appenzeller Sennenhundes are OK for new dog owners.

    Giant Schnauzers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Appenzeller Sennenhunde

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Appenzeller Sennenhunde 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 Appenzeller Sennenhunde:

  • Entlebucher Mountain Dog (79 percent match with Appenzeller Sennenhunde). Here is our comparison of the Giant Schnauzer vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Giant Schnauzer

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Giant 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 Giant Schnauzer:

  • Airedale Terrier (76 percent match with Giant Schnauzer). Here is our comparison of the Appenzeller Sennenhunde vs Airedale Terrier.
  • Gordon Setter (79 percent match with Giant Schnauzer). Here is our comparison of the Appenzeller Sennenhunde vs Gordon Setter.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and how the Giant Schnauzer compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and of the Giant Schnauzer to other breeds:

    Appenzeller Sennenhunde Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Conclusion: Appenzeller Sennenhunde versus Giant 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 Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Giant Schnauzer better suits you and your family.