Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Giant Schnauzer Versus Mastiff: Introduction
- Giant Schnauzer versus Mastiff: Overview
- Giant Schnauzer versus Mastiff: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Giant Schnauzer and the Mastiff
- The Similarities Between the Giant Schnauzer and the Mastiff
- Size (Weight and Height) of Giant Schnauzer versus Mastiff
- Lifespan of Giant Schnauzer versus Mastiff
- Temperament of the Mastiff Versus the Giant Schnauzer
- Price of Giant Schnauzer versus Price of Mastiff
- Adopting the Giant Schnauzer versus Adopting the Mastiff
- The Intelligence of the Giant Schnauzer versus the Intelligence of the Mastiff
- The Popularity of Giant Schnauzer versus Popularity of Mastiff
- Health Problems of Giant Schnauzer versus Health Problems of Mastiff
- Tolerates Being Alone: Giant Schnauzer versus Mastiff
- Do Giant Schnauzers shed more than Mastiffs?
- Which one drools more, the Giant Schnauzer or the Mastiff
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Giant Schnauzer or the Mastiff?
- Does the Giant Schnauzer Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Mastiff?
- Do Giant Schnauzers Bark and Howl? What about Mastiffs?
- Can Giant Schnauzers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Mastiffs Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Giant Schnauzer vs. Mastiff
- Can Giant Schnauzers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Mastiffs Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Giant Schnauzer or the Mastiff?
- Are Giant Schnauzers good family dogs? What about Mastiffs?
- How Kid-friendly are Giant Schnauzers and Mastiffs?
- Is the Giant Schnauzer Easier to Train than the Mastiff?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Giant Schnauzer
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Mastiff
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Giant Schnauzer versus Mastiff. Which One is a Better Pet?
Giant Schnauzer Versus Mastiff: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Giant Schnauzer and the Mastiff? 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 Giant Schnauzer and the Mastiff 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 Giant Schnauzer and the Mastiff.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Giant Schnauzer and the Mastiff 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 Giant Schnauzer and for the Mastiff. 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 Giant Schnauzer and the Mastiff.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Giant Schnauzer or the Mastiff.
Giant Schnauzer versus Mastiff: Overview
A very important difference between the Giant Schnauzer and the Mastiff is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Giant Schnauzer is a large-sized dog while the Mastiff is a giant-sized dog.
Furthermore, both the Giant Schnauzer and the Mastiff are Working Dogs. This means both the Giant Schnauzer and the Mastiff 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.
Giant Schnauzer versus Mastiff: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Giant Schnauzer to the Mastiff 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 Giant Schnauzer and the Mastiff
| Factor | Giant Schnauzer | Mastiff |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 12 years | 6 to 10 years |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Height | 23 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder | 27 to 32 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 55 to 80 pounds | 130 to 220 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 11.0 years | 8.0 years |
| Average Price | $2220 | $1740 |
| Price Range | $1800 – $2500 | $1100 – $2200 |
| Temperament Score | 77.4 percent | 100.0 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 77 | 28 |
| Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds) | 28 | 72 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Giant Schnauzer 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 Mastiff. 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 Giant Schnauzer is 70 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Mastiff is 72 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Mastiff is a better pet than the Giant Schnauzer. So, you should get the Mastiff!
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 Giant Schnauzer and the Mastiff so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Giant Schnauzer and the Mastiff
Below is a list of where the Giant Schnauzer and the Mastiff are most different:
The Similarities Between the Giant Schnauzer and the Mastiff
The Giant Schnauzer and the Mastiff are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Giant Schnauzer and the Mastiff are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Giant Schnauzer versus Mastiff
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Giant Schnauzer and the Mastiff.
Giant Schnauzers weigh 55 to 80 pounds when fully grown. Giant Schnauzers are 23 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Mastiffs weigh 130 to 220 pounds when fully grown. Mastiffs are 27 to 32 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Giant Schnauzer versus Mastiff
The lifespan of Giant Schnauzers is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Giant Schnauzers is 11.0 years.
The lifespan of Mastiffs is between 6 to 10 years. The average lifespan of Mastiffs is 8.0 years.
Giant Schnauzers live longer than Mastiffs.
Temperament of the Mastiff Versus the Giant Schnauzer
The Mastiff has a better temperament than the Giant Schnauzer.
This is because the temperament score for the Mastiff is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Giant Schnauzer is 77.4 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 77.4 percent, the Giant Schnauzer has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 100.0 percent, the Mastiff has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Giant Schnauzer and the Mastiff by measuring the temperaments of 265 Giant Schnauzers and 8 Mastiffs.
Price of Giant Schnauzer versus Price of Mastiff
The average price of the Giant Schnauzer puppy is $2220. The price of the Giant Schnauzer typically ranges from $1800 – $2500. However, the price of a Giant Schnauzer can be as low as $1200 and as high as $3500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 114 Giant Schnauzer puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Mastiff puppy is $1740. The price of the Mastiff typically ranges from $1100 – $2200. However, the price of the Mastiff can be as low as $200 and as high as $4600. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 248 Mastiff puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Giant Schnauzer is more expensive than the Mastiff.
| Giant Schnauzer | Mastiff | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $2220 | $1740 |
| Price Range | $1800 to $2500 | $1100 to $2200 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Giant Schnauzer and Mastiff. For different price points, the charts show how many Giant Schnauzer puppies or how many Mastiff puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Giant Schnauzers. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Mastiffs?
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Giant Schnauzer puppy or the Mastiff 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.
Adopting the Giant Schnauzer versus Adopting the Mastiff
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Giant Schnauzers and many Mastiffs 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 Giant Schnauzer named Milo that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Giant Schnauzers like Milo on pefinder.com.
Also, like Giant Schnauzers, Mastiffs are also available for adoption. For example, Dudley is a Male Mastiff that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Mastiffs like Dudley that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Hendrix – Costa Mesa Location is the name of another Giant Schnauzer (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also, Ziggy is an adorable Male Mastiff on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Giant Schnauzers and Mastiffs that are available for adoption on petfinder.
The Intelligence of the Giant Schnauzer versus the Intelligence of the Mastiff
| Giant Schnauzer | Mastiff | |
|---|---|---|
| Intelligence Rank | 28 out of 130 dog breeds | 72 out of 130 dog breeds |
| Trainability | Tend To Learn New Commands After 15 To 25 Repetitions | Tend To Learn New Commands After 80 To 100 Repetitions Or More! |
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:
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 Giant Schnauzer has an obedience intelligence rank of 28 out of 130 dog breeds. The Giant Schnauzer belongs to the `Above Average Working Dogs` category. This means that Giant Schnauzers tend to learn new commands after 15 to 25 repetitions.
The Mastiff has an obedience intelligence rank of 72 out of 130 dog breeds. The Mastiff belongs to the `Lowest Degree of Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that Mastiffs tend to learn new commands after 80 to 100 repetitions or more!.
The Giant Schnauzer is more intelligent than the Mastiff.
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 Giant Schnauzer versus Popularity of Mastiff
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 Giant Schnauzer and the Mastiff over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Mastiff is more popular with dog owners than the Giant Schnauzer. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Mastiff is 28 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Giant Schnauzer is 77 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Giant Schnauzer
Popularity of Mastiff
| Year | Giant Schnauzer Popularity Rank | Mastiff Popularity Rank |
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| 2013 | 83 | 26 |
| 2014 | 83 | 26 |
| 2015 | 81 | 25 |
| 2016 | 79 | 28 |
| 2017 | 80 | 28 |
| 2018 | 78 | 29 |
| 2019 | 71 | 32 |
| 2020 | 67 | 33 |
Health Problems of Giant Schnauzer versus Health Problems of Mastiff
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 Giant Schnauzer and the Mastiff 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 Mastiff is prone to more genetic health problems than the Giant Schnauzer.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Mastiff than for the Giant Schnauzer.
3 health tests are recommended for Giant Schnauzer while 7 tests are recommended for the Mastiff.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Giant Schnauzers and in Mastiffs.
Giant Schnauzer Health Problems
Giant Schnauzers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Giant 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 Giant Schnauzer puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Giant 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 Giant Schnauzers for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Giant Schnauzers here.
Mastiff Health Problems
Mastiffs are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Mastiff 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 Mastiff puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Mastiff 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 Mastiffs for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Mastiffs here.
More Discussions on Health Problems in Giant Schnauzers and Mastiffs
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 Giant Schnauzer Breed is Progressive Retinal Atrophy problems.
This is because the Giant Schnauzer ranks 9 out of 32 dog breeds for Progressive Retinal Atrophy problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 86 Giant Schnauzers, 1 of them had Progressive Retinal Atrophy problems.
The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Giant Schnauzers, and how common these diseases are in Giant Schnauzers relative to other dog breeds, are given below:
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 Mastiff Breed is Canine Multifocal Retinopathy problems.
This is because the Mastiff ranks 3 out of 6 dog breeds for Canine Multifocal Retinopathy problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 891 Mastiffs, 14 of them had Canine Multifocal Retinopathy problems.
The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Mastiffs, and how common these diseases are in Mastiffs relative to other dog breeds, are given below:
The table below lists the common health problems in Giant Schnauzer and in Mastiff and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Giant Schnauzer and the Mastiff:
| Disease | Giant Schnauzer Rank | Mastiff Rank |
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| Progressive Retinal Atrophy problems | 9 out of 32 dog breeds | 12 out of 32 dog breeds |
| Thyroid problems | 26 out of 115 dog breeds | 72 out of 115 dog breeds |
| Elbow problems | 48 out of 144 dog breeds | 26 out of 144 dog breeds |
| Eyes problems | 51 out of 182 dog breeds | 43 out of 182 dog breeds |
| Hips problems | 54 out of 198 dog breeds | 39 out of 198 dog breeds |
| Canine Multifocal Retinopathy problems | Not Common | 3 out of 6 dog breeds |
| Cystinuria problems | Not Common | 3 out of 6 dog breeds |
| Shoulder problems | Not Common | 9 out of 22 dog breeds |
| Advanced Cardiac problems | Not Common | 39 out of 71 dog breeds |
| Degenerative Myelopathy problems | Not Common | 49 out of 70 dog breeds |
| Congenital Cardiac problems | Not Common | 53 out of 159 dog breeds |
| Patella problems | Not Common | 131 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: Giant Schnauzer versus Mastiff
Giant Schnauzers do not like to be left alone.
Mastiffs can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Giant Schnauzers shed more than Mastiffs?
Giant Schnauzers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Mastiffs shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Giant Schnauzer or the Mastiff
Giant Schnauzers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Mastiffs have a very high tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Giant Schnauzer or the Mastiff?
Giant Schnauzers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Mastiffs are moderately easy to groom.
Does the Giant Schnauzer Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Mastiff?
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.
Mastiffs have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.
Do Giant Schnauzers Bark and Howl? What about Mastiffs?
Giant Schnauzers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Mastiffs are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Giant Schnauzers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Mastiffs Tolerate Cold Weather?
Giant Schnauzers can very well tolerate cold weather.
Mastiffs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Giant Schnauzer vs. Mastiff
Giant Schnauzers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Mastiffs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Can Giant Schnauzers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Mastiffs Tolerate Hot Weather?
Giant Schnauzers cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Mastiffs cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Giant Schnauzer or the Mastiff?
Giant Schnauzers get along fairly well with other dogs.
Mastiffs do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Giant Schnauzers good family dogs? What about Mastiffs?
Giant Schnauzers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Mastiffs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Giant Schnauzers and Mastiffs?
Giant Schnauzers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Mastiffs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Giant Schnauzer Easier to Train than the Mastiff?
Giant Schnauzers are very easy to train.
Mastiffs are fairly easy to train.
Is the Giant Schnauzer Better for Apartment Owners than the Mastiff?
Giant Schnauzers do not adapt well to apartment living.
Mastiffs do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Giant Schnauzer or the Mastiff?
Giant Schnauzers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Mastiffs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
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:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Mastiff
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Mastiff 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 Mastiff:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Giant Schnauzer and how the Mastiff compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Giant Schnauzer and of the Mastiff to other breeds:
Giant Schnauzer Versus Other Dog Breeds
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Mastiff Versus Other Dog Breeds
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Conclusion: Giant Schnauzer versus Mastiff. 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 Giant Schnauzer and the Mastiff better suits you and your family.