Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Mountain Cur Versus Standard Schnauzer: Introduction
- Mountain Cur versus Standard Schnauzer: Overview
- Mountain Cur versus Standard Schnauzer: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Mountain Cur and the Standard Schnauzer
- The Similarities Between the Mountain Cur and the Standard Schnauzer
- Size (Weight and Height) of Mountain Cur versus Standard Schnauzer
- Lifespan of Mountain Cur versus Standard Schnauzer
- Price of Mountain Cur versus Price of Standard Schnauzer
- Adopting the Mountain Cur versus Adopting the Standard Schnauzer
- Tolerates Being Alone: Mountain Cur versus Standard Schnauzer
- Do Mountain Curs shed more than Standard Schnauzers?
- Which one drools more, the Mountain Cur or the Standard Schnauzer
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Mountain Cur or the Standard Schnauzer?
- Does the Mountain Cur Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Standard Schnauzer?
- Do Mountain Curs Bark and Howl? What about Standard Schnauzers?
- Can Mountain Curs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Standard Schnauzers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Mountain Cur vs. Standard Schnauzer
- Can Mountain Curs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Standard Schnauzers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Mountain Cur or the Standard Schnauzer?
- Are Mountain Curs good family dogs? What about Standard Schnauzers?
- How Kid-friendly are Mountain Curs and Standard Schnauzers?
- Is the Mountain Cur Easier to Train than the Standard Schnauzer?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Mountain Cur
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Standard Schnauzer
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Mountain Cur versus Standard Schnauzer. Which One is a Better Pet?
Mountain Cur Versus Standard Schnauzer: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Mountain Cur and the Standard 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 Mountain Cur 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 Mountain Cur and the Standard Schnauzer.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Mountain Cur 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 Mountain Cur 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 with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Mountain Cur 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 Mountain Cur or the Standard Schnauzer.
Mountain Cur versus Standard Schnauzer: Overview
A very important difference between the Mountain Cur and the Standard Schnauzer is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Mountain Cur is a large-sized dog while the Standard Schnauzer is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, both the Mountain Cur and the Standard Schnauzer are Working Dogs. This means both the Mountain Cur 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.
Mountain Cur versus Standard Schnauzer: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Mountain Cur 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.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Mountain Cur and the Standard Schnauzer
| Factor | Mountain Cur | Standard Schnauzer |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 16 years | 13 to 16 years |
| Height | 16 to 26 inches | 1 foot, 5 inches to 1 foot, 8 inches tall at the s |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Train | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 30 to 60 pounds | 30 to 50 pounds |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 13.0 years | 14.5 years |
| Average Price | $550 | $1710 |
| Price Range | $350 – $800 | $1200 – $2150 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
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Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Mountain Cur 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 the Mountain Cur is 76 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Standard Schnauzer is 80 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Standard Schnauzer is a better pet than the Mountain Cur. 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 Mountain Cur 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 Mountain Cur and the Standard Schnauzer
Below is a list of where the Mountain Cur and the Standard Schnauzer are most different:
The Similarities Between the Mountain Cur and the Standard Schnauzer
The Mountain Cur and the Standard Schnauzer are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Mountain Cur and the Standard Schnauzer are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Mountain Cur versus Standard Schnauzer
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Mountain Cur and the Standard Schnauzer.
Mountain Curs weigh 30 to 60 pounds when fully grown. Mountain Curs are 16 to 26 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.
Lifespan of Mountain Cur versus Standard Schnauzer
The lifespan of Mountain Curs is between 10 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Mountain Curs is 13.0 years.
The lifespan of Standard Schnauzers is between 13 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Standard Schnauzers is 14.5 years.
Standard Schnauzers live longer than Mountain Curs.
Price of Mountain Cur versus Price of Standard Schnauzer
The average price of the Mountain Cur puppy is $550. The price of the Mountain Cur typically ranges from $350 – $800. However, the price of a Mountain Cur can be as low as $100 and as high as $1000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 40 Mountain Cur 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 the 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 Mountain Cur.
| Mountain Cur | Standard Schnauzer | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $550 | $1710 |
| Price Range | $350 to $800 | $1200 to $2150 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Mountain Cur and Standard Schnauzer. For different price points, the charts show how many Mountain Cur puppies or how many Standard Schnauzer puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Mountain Curs. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Standard Schnauzers
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Mountain Cur 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 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 Mountain Cur versus Adopting the Standard Schnauzer
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Mountain Curs 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 Mountain Cur named Lester that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Mountain Curs like Lester on pefinder.com.
Also, like Mountain Curs, Standard Schnauzers are also available for adoption. For example, Mickey is a Male Standard Schnauzer that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Standard Schnauzers like Mickey that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
You can find more Mountain Curs and Standard Schnauzers that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Mountain Cur versus Standard Schnauzer
Mountain Curs do not like to be left alone.
Standard Schnauzers do not like to be left alone.
Do Mountain Curs shed more than Standard Schnauzers?
Mountain Curs 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.
Which one drools more, the Mountain Cur or the Standard Schnauzer
Mountain Curs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Standard Schnauzers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Mountain Cur or the Standard Schnauzer?
Mountain Curs are very easy to groom.
Standard Schnauzers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Mountain Cur Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Standard Schnauzer?
Mountain Curs 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.
Do Mountain Curs Bark and Howl? What about Standard Schnauzers?
Mountain Curs bark and howl, but not very much.
Standard Schnauzers are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Mountain Curs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Standard Schnauzers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Mountain Curs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Standard Schnauzers can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Mountain Cur vs. Standard Schnauzer
Mountain Curs have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Standard Schnauzers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Mountain Curs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Standard Schnauzers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Mountain Curs can tolerate hot weather.
Standard Schnauzers can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Mountain Cur or the Standard Schnauzer?
Mountain Curs get along fairly well with other dogs.
Standard Schnauzers get along fairly well with other dogs.
Are Mountain Curs good family dogs? What about Standard Schnauzers?
Mountain Curs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Standard Schnauzers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Mountain Curs and Standard Schnauzers?
Mountain Curs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Standard Schnauzers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Mountain Cur Easier to Train than the Standard Schnauzer?
Mountain Curs are not easy to train.
Standard Schnauzers are fairly easy to train.
Is the Mountain Cur Better for Apartment Owners than the Standard Schnauzer?
Mountain Curs do not adapt well to apartment living.
Standard Schnauzers adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Mountain Cur or the Standard Schnauzer?
Mountain Curs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Standard Schnauzers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Mountain Cur
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Mountain Cur 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 Mountain Cur:
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:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Mountain Cur and how the Standard Schnauzer compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Mountain Cur and of the Standard Schnauzer to other breeds:
Mountain Cur Versus Other Dog Breeds
Mountain Cur versus Plott Mountain Cur versus Toy Fox Terrier Mountain Cur versus Bull Terrier Mountain Cur versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Mountain Cur versus Shiranian Mountain Cur versus Australian Cattle Dog Mountain Cur versus Boykin Spaniel Mountain Cur versus Goldendoodle Mountain Cur versus Puli Mountain Cur versus Finnish Lapphund Mountain Cur versus Belgian Malinois Mountain Cur versus Lowchen Mountain Cur versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier Mountain Cur versus Giant Schnauzer Mountain Cur versus American Water Spaniel Mountain Cur versus Chinese Shar-Pei Mountain Cur versus Rottweiler Mountain Cur versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Mountain Cur versus Cockalier Mountain Cur versus Lagotto Romagnolo Mountain Cur versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Mountain Cur versus Braque du Bourbonnais Mountain Cur versus Curly-Coated Retriever Mountain Cur versus Catahoula Bulldog Mountain Cur versus Shetland Sheepdog
Standard Schnauzer Versus Other Dog Breeds
Standard Schnauzer versus Pomapoo Standard Schnauzer versus Miniature Poodle Standard Schnauzer versus Frenchton Standard Schnauzer versus Labrador Retriever Standard Schnauzer versus Goldendoodle Standard Schnauzer versus German Wirehaired Pointer Standard Schnauzer versus Bedlington Terrier Standard Schnauzer versus Frenchton Standard Schnauzer versus Siberian Husky Standard Schnauzer versus Shih Tzu Standard Schnauzer versus Boston Terrier Standard Schnauzer versus King Shepherd Standard Schnauzer versus Bearded Collie Standard Schnauzer versus Sussex Spaniel Standard Schnauzer versus Biewer Terrier Standard Schnauzer versus Cocker Spaniel Standard Schnauzer versus Scottish Deerhound Standard Schnauzer versus Weimaraner Standard Schnauzer versus Welsh Terrier Standard Schnauzer versus German Pinscher Standard Schnauzer versus Papillon Standard Schnauzer versus Dogue de Bordeaux Standard Schnauzer versus Siberian Husky Standard Schnauzer versus Papipoo Standard Schnauzer versus Yorkshire Terrier
Conclusion: Mountain Cur 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 Mountain Cur and the Standard Schnauzer better suits you and your family.