Standard Schnauzer has low obesity risk, but needs exercise and food monitoring for optimal health.

Azawakh has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Standard Schnauzers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Azawakh is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Devoted
Intelligent
Playful
Good-natured
Lively
Trainable

Affectionate
Attentive
Refined
Loyal
Aloof
Fierce
Rugged

Standard Schnauzers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Azawakhs are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Standard Schnauzers make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Choose an Azawakh if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

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Working (AKC:1904)
Herding (UKC)

Sighthound & Pariah (UKC)

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Pied

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A Standard Schnauzer can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

An Azawakh can have a litter of 10-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Standard Schnauzers have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Azawakhs may have difficulty adjusting to changes in lifestyle and living environments, preferring consistency.

The Standard Schnauzer is prone to health issues and requires regular check-ups with a vet to identify and treat any problems early.

While the Azawakh breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Diabetes
Pancreatitis

Epilepsy
Bloat
Wobbler's Syndrome

Cataracts
Bladder Stones
Portosystemic Shunt

Sensitive to Anesthesia

Blood
Blood And Urine Protein Screens
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Blood Test
X-Rays

Standard Schnauzers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Azawakhs are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Standard Schnauzer has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Azawakh has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Standard Schnauzers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Azawakhs need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Standard Schnauzers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Azawakhs have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Standard Schnauzers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Azawakh dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Standard Schnauzers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Azawakhs are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Standard Schnauzer, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Azawakh, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Standard Schnauzers usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Azawakhs usually need at least 75 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Standard Schnauzers have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

The Azawakh is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Ideally, Standard Schnauzer should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

In general Azawakh should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 40-50 pound (18 - 23 kg) Standard Schnauzer feed 2 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 44-55 pound (20 - 25 kg) Azawakh feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Standard Schnauzer is somewhere $2.50 - $2.80 per day.

The average cost of an Azawakh is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Standard Schnauzer is between $74 - $84. This makes an average of $888 - $1008 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of an Azawakh is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Standard Schnauzer is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Azawakhs are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Azawakhs have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

Standard Schnauzers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Azawakhs make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Standard Schnauzers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Azawakhs are not the best choice for families with kids.

Standard Schnauzers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Azawakhs are not cat friendly.

Standard Schnauzers are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Azawakhs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Standard Schnauzers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Azawakhs are not very stranger friendly.

Standard Schnauzers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Azawakhs have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Standard Schnauzers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Azawakhs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.