Breed comparison
Old English Sheepdog vs Standard Schnauzer
How the two breeds compare on the American Kennel Club's 1 to 5 trait ratings, and which one suits which home.
The biggest differences
- Shedding: the Old English Sheepdog scores 3 out of 5, the Standard Schnauzer 1.
They score the same on affection with family, good with young children, good with other dogs, openness to strangers, playfulness, energy level.
Which one should you choose?
Pick the Old English Sheepdog if its looks and size suit you better, since the ratings are close. Pick the Standard Schnauzer if you want less dog hair, you want a dog that is easier to train, you want a more protective watchdog.
Ratings are general breed tendencies from the AKC. Every dog is an individual, so meet the dog, and its parents if you can, before you decide. Not sure? Try the breed selector.
Source: American Kennel Club breed ratings (compiled February 2022). How we check.