Dominant
Kind
Powerful
Intelligent
Loyal
Strong
Willed

Companionable
Intelligent
Obedient
Cheerful
Joyful

Choose a Giant Schnauzer 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.

Barbets are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Germany

France

great dane, bouvier des flandres

Water dog

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

middle ages

1500s

Working (AKC:1930)
Companion Breeds (UKC)

Sporting
Gun dog (UKC)

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

Pied
Silver
Gray
Black

Black
Brown
Fawn
Gray
Pied

Giant Schnauzers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Barbets have medium-length coats.

Wiry

Curly

A Giant Schnauzer 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.

A Barbet can have a litter of 13-15 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.

Giant Schnauzers typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Barbets are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Cobalamin Malabsorption

Entropion
Hip Dysplasia

Chronic Anemia
Autoimmune Thyroiditis

Cataracts
Epilepsy

Eye
Hip
Blood
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

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

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

Giant Schnauzers need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

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

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

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

Giant Schnauzer dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

While Barbet dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

Walking, Cuddling, Smelling, Walks, Jumping, Running, Go to Park, Walk, Run, Chase, Dog Parks, Eating Snacks, Sniff, Training, Hiking, Swimming, Fetch, Tug-of-war

Fetch, Walking, Walk, Play, Dressing up

Giant Schnauzers 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.

Barbets 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Giant Schnauzer, it's at least 12 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 Barbet, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Giant Schnauzers usually need at least 90 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 Barbets usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Giant Schnauzer is somewhere $2.80 - $3.20 per day.

The average cost of a Barbet is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Giant Schnauzer is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $1140 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 a Barbet 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.

Giant Schnauzer is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Barbets 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.

Barbets have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

The Giant Schnauzer is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

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

Giant Schnauzers are not the best choice for families with kids.

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

Giant Schnauzers are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Barbets are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Giant Schnauzers are not dog-friendly.

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

Giant Schnauzers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Barbets are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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