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

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

Dominant
Kind
Powerful
Intelligent
Loyal
Strong
Willed

Active
Curious
Loving
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Good-natured
Watchful

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

German Australian Shepherds are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

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.

German Australian Shepherds are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

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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

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

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Brown

Blue
Brown

Black

Black

Pied
Silver
Gray
Black

White
Sable
Gray
Silver
Red
Blue
Cream
Black

Giant Schnauzers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

German Australian Shepherds have medium-length coats.

Wiry

Straight

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 German Australian Shepherd can have a litter of 6-10 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 have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

German Australian Shepherds are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Cobalamin Malabsorption

Hip Dysplasia
Hemophilia
Eye Disease and Disorders

Chronic Anemia
Autoimmune Thyroiditis

Deafness
Degenerative Myelopathy
Renal Cystadenocarcinoma and Nodular Dermatofibrosis
Idiopathic Epilepsy

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

Physical Examination
X-ray imaging
Eye Examinations
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)

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

German Australian Shepherds' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

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

German Australian Shepherd 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.

German Australian Shepherds 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.

German Australian Shepherds are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

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

Soccer, Hike, Play keep away, Tug-of-war, Eating Snacks, Car rides, Walking, Dog Parks, Cuddling, Chase, Fetch, Wrestling, Swim, Walk, Tricks, Long walks, Hiking, Run, Road trip, Frisbee, Running, Going for walks, Going on drives, Playing fetch, Jumping

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 German Australian Shepherd, it's at least 14 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 German Australian Shepherds usually need at least 120 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

Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of a German Australian Shepherd is somewhere $1.70 - $2.70 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 German Australian Shepherd is between $48 - $73. This makes an average of $576 - $876 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.

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

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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.

German Australian Shepherds 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.

German Australian Shepherds make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

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

Giant Schnauzers are not dog-friendly.

German Australian Shepherds 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.

German Australian Shepherds are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

German Australian Shepherds are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

The German Australian Shepherd is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.