A Detailed Comparison of the Fila Brasileiro and the Standard Schnauzer.

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Fila Brasileiro Versus Standard Schnauzer: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Fila Brasileiro and the Standard Schnauzer? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Fila Brasileiro and the Standard 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 Fila Brasileiro and the Standard Schnauzer.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Fila Brasileiro and the Standard 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 Fila Brasileiro and for the Standard Schnauzer. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Fila Brasileiro and the Standard Schnauzer.

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

Fila Brasileiro versus Standard Schnauzer: Overview

A very important difference between the Fila Brasileiro and the Standard Schnauzer is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Fila Brasileiro is a giant-sized dog while the Standard Schnauzer is a medium-sized dog.

Furthermore, both the Fila Brasileiro and the Standard Schnauzer are Working Dogs. This means both the Fila Brasileiro and the Standard Schnauzer 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.

Fila Brasileiro versus Standard Schnauzer: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Fila Brasileiro to the Standard 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.

Factor Fila Brasileiro Standard Schnauzer
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 1/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 5/5
Easy To Train 2/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 2/5 5/5
Height 24 to 30 inches 1 foot, 5 inches to 1 foot, 8 inches tall at the s
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 3/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 3/5 5/5
General Health 3/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 1/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 5/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 1/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 1/5
Life Span 9 to 12 years 13 to 16 years
Weight 90 to 180 pounds 30 to 50 pounds
Average Lifespan 10.5 years 14.5 years
Average Price $1270 $1710
Price Range $1000 – $1400 $1200 – $2150
Temperament Score 78.6 percent 71.1 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)
  • DNA Repository
  • Eye Examination- minimum age 24 months, recommend every other year until age 7
  • Hip Dysplasia
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    *Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (the American Temperament Test Society)

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Fila Brasileiro 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 Standard 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 a Fila Brasileiro is 62 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Standard Schnauzer is 80 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Standard Schnauzer is a better pet than the Fila Brasileiro. So, you should get the Standard 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 Fila Brasileiro and the Standard Schnauzer so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Fila Brasileiro and the Standard Schnauzer

    Below is a list of where the Fila Brasileiro and the Standard Schnauzer are most different:

  • Fila Brasileiros do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Standard Schnauzers adapt well to apartment living.
  • Fila Brasileiros not very playful. However, Standard Schnauzers are very playful.
  • Fila Brasileiros gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them. However, Standard Schnauzers are not prone to gaining weight easily.

    • The Similarities Between the Fila Brasileiro and the Standard Schnauzer

    The Fila Brasileiro and the Standard Schnauzer are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Fila Brasileiro and the Standard Schnauzer are most similar:

  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Standard Schnauzer are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Standard Schnauzer are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Standard Schnauzer do not get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Standard Schnauzer do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Standard Schnauzer are not easy to train.
  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Standard Schnauzer are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Standard Schnauzer have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Standard Schnauzer do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Standard Schnauzer require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Standard Schnauzer have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Fila Brasileiro versus Standard Schnauzer

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Fila Brasileiro and the Standard Schnauzer.

    Fila Brasileiros weigh 90 to 180 pounds when fully grown. Fila Brasileiros are 24 to 30 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Standard Schnauzers weigh 30 to 50 pounds when fully grown. Standard Schnauzers are 1 foot, 5 inches to 1 foot, 8 inches tall at the s when fully grown.

    Temperament of the Fila Brasileiro Versus the Standard Schnauzer

    The Fila Brasileiro has a better temperament than the Standard Schnauzer.

    This is because the temperament score for the Fila Brasileiro is 78.6 percent while the temperament score for the Standard Schnauzer is 71.1 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 they 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 78.6 percent, the Fila Brasileiro has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 71.1 percent, the Standard Schnauzer has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Fila Brasileiro and the Standard Schnauzer by measuring the temperaments of 14 Fila Brasileiros and 76 Standard Schnauzers.

    Price of Fila Brasileiro versus Price of Standard Schnauzer

    The average price of the Fila Brasileiro puppy is $1270. The price of the Fila Brasileiro typically ranges from $1000 – $1400. However, the price of a Fila Brasileiro can be as low as $1000 and as high as $1800. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 3 Fila Brasileiro puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Standard Schnauzer puppy is $1710. The price of the Standard Schnauzer typically ranges from $1200 – $2150. However, the price of a Standard Schnauzer can be as low as $600 and as high as $2500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 26 Standard Schnauzer puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Standard Schnauzer is more expensive than the Fila Brasileiro.

    Fila Brasileiro Standard Schnauzer
    Average Price $1270 $1710
    Price Range $1000 to $1400 $1200 to $2150

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Fila Brasileiros. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Fila Brasileiros. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Standard Schnauzers

    A breakdown of the prices of Standard Schnauzers

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Fila Brasileiro puppy or the Standard 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 from 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 one of those puppy mills that mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.

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

    Adopting the Fila Brasileiro versus Adopting the Standard Schnauzer

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Fila Brasileiros and many Standard 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 Fila Brasileiro named Maverick that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Fila Brasileiros like Maverick on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Fila Brasileiros, Standard Schnauzers are also available for adoption. For example, Marley is a Male Standard Schnauzer that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Standard Schnauzers like Marley that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Fila Brasileiro and the Standard Schnauzer can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    You can find more Fila Brasileiros and Standard Schnauzers that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    Is the Fila Brasileiro Better for Apartment Owners than the Standard Schnauzer?

    Fila Brasileiros do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Standard Schnauzers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Fila Brasileiro or the Standard Schnauzer?

    Fila Brasileiros are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

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

    Can Fila Brasileiros Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Standard Schnauzers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Fila Brasileiros cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Standard Schnauzers can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Fila Brasileiro or the Standard Schnauzer?

    Fila Brasileiros do not get along well with other dogs.

    Standard Schnauzers get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Do Fila Brasileiros shed more than Standard Schnauzers?

    Fila Brasileiros do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

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

    Is the Fila Brasileiro Easier to Train than the Standard Schnauzer?

    Fila Brasileiros are not easy to train.

    Standard Schnauzers are fairly easy to train.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Fila Brasileiro versus Standard Schnauzer

    Fila Brasileiros can be left alone only for a short time.

    Standard Schnauzers do not like to be left alone.

    Can Fila Brasileiros Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Standard Schnauzers Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Fila Brasileiros can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Standard Schnauzers can tolerate hot weather.

    Are Fila Brasileiros good family dogs? What about Standard Schnauzers?

    Fila Brasileiros are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.

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

    How Kid-friendly are Fila Brasileiros and Standard Schnauzers?

    Fila Brasileiros get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Standard Schnauzers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Which one drools more, the Fila Brasileiro or the Standard Schnauzer

    Fila Brasileiros drool moderately.

    Standard Schnauzers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Do Fila Brasileiros Bark and Howl? What about Standard Schnauzers?

    Fila Brasileiros bark and howl, but not very much.

    Standard Schnauzers are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Wanderlust Potential: Fila Brasileiro vs. Standard Schnauzer

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

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

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Fila Brasileiro or the Standard Schnauzer?

    Fila Brasileiros are very easy to groom.

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

    Does the Fila Brasileiro Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Standard Schnauzer?

    Fila Brasileiros 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.

    Standard 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.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Fila Brasileiro

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Fila Brasileiro 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 Fila Brasileiro:

  • Afador (75 percent match with Fila Brasileiro). Here is our comparison of the Standard Schnauzer vs Afador.
  • Cane Corso (76 percent match with Fila Brasileiro). Here is our comparison of the Standard Schnauzer vs Cane Corso.
  • Dogo Argentino (80 percent match with Fila Brasileiro). Here is our comparison of the Standard Schnauzer vs Dogo Argentino.
  • Boerboel (78 percent match with Fila Brasileiro). Here is our comparison of the Standard Schnauzer vs Boerboel.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Standard Schnauzer

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

  • Polish Lowland Sheepdog (77 percent match with Standard Schnauzer). Here is our comparison of the Fila Brasileiro vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Fila Brasileiro and how the Standard Schnauzer compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Fila Brasileiro and of the Standard Schnauzer to other breeds:

    Fila Brasileiro Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Fila Brasileiro versus Maremma Sheepdog     Fila Brasileiro versus Dalmatian     Fila Brasileiro versus Shih Tzu     Fila Brasileiro versus Standard Poodle     Fila Brasileiro versus Kishu Ken     Fila Brasileiro versus Cairn Terrier     Fila Brasileiro versus Airedale Terrier     Fila Brasileiro versus Dutch Shepherd     Fila Brasileiro versus Berger Picard     Fila Brasileiro versus Patterdale Terrier     

    Standard Schnauzer Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Standard Schnauzer versus Akita     Standard Schnauzer versus Kuvasz     Standard Schnauzer versus Shiloh Shepherd     Standard Schnauzer versus German Longhaired Pointer     Standard Schnauzer versus Alaskan Klee Kai     Standard Schnauzer versus Karelian Bear Dog     Standard Schnauzer versus Goldador     Standard Schnauzer versus Pyredoodle     Standard Schnauzer versus American Staffordshire Terrier     Standard Schnauzer versus Pyrenean Mastiff     

    Conclusion: Fila Brasileiro versus Standard 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 Fila Brasileiro and the Standard Schnauzer better suits you and your family.