Miniature Schnauzer

Terrier · Small

Yorkshire Terrier

Toy · Small

Miniature Schnauzer vs Yorkshire Terrier

Side-by-side comparison of the Miniature Schnauzer and Yorkshire Terrier — size, temperament, shedding, trainability, cost, and compatibility ratings.

Quick comparison

Best for families

Miniature Schnauzer

Based on good-with-kids rating

Easier to train

Miniature Schnauzer

Based on trainability rating

Less shedding

Miniature Schnauzer

Based on shedding level

Better for apartments

Miniature Schnauzer

Based on apartment-friendly rating

Lower maintenance

Miniature Schnauzer

Based on grooming needs

Longer lifespan

Miniature Schnauzer

Based on average lifespan

Detailed comparison

Physical traits

Trait	Miniature Schnauzer	Yorkshire Terrier
Size	Small	Small
Height	12–14″	7–8″
Weight	11–20 lbs	4–7 lbs
Lifespan	12–15 yrs	11–15 yrs
Group	Terrier	Toy
Coat type	Wiry double coat	Long, silky, straight, human-hair-like

Temperament & behavior

Trait	Miniature Schnauzer	Yorkshire Terrier
Energy level	High	Moderate
Trainability	High	Moderate
Barking level	High	Very High

Compatibility

Trait	Miniature Schnauzer	Yorkshire Terrier
Good with kids	High	Low
Good with dogs	High	Moderate
Good with cats	Moderate	Moderate
Apartment friendly	Very High	Very High

Care requirements

Trait	Miniature Schnauzer	Yorkshire Terrier
Shedding	Very Low	Very Low
Grooming needs	High	Very High
Daily exercise	30–60 min	20–40 min
Daily food	0.5–1 cups	0.25–0.5 cups
Annual cost	$1 100–$1 900	$1 000–$1 800

Temperament