English Foxhound has average obesity risk, needs balanced diet, daily walks, and weight monitoring.

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

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

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.

Active
Friendly
Sociable
Companionable
Gentle
Tolerant

Dominant
Kind
Powerful
Intelligent
Loyal
Strong
Willed

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

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

English Foxhounds aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

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.

Great Britain

Germany

hound, fox terrier, bulldog, greyhound

great dane, bouvier des flandres

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

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

1700s

middle ages

Hound (AKC:1909)
Scenthound (UKC)

Working (AKC:1930)
Companion Breeds (UKC)

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Brown
Pied

Pied
Silver
Gray
Black

English Foxhounds have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Giant Schnauzers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

An English Foxhound can have a litter of 10-13 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 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.

English Foxhounds are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

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

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.

Epilepsy
Spinal Disorder

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Cobalamin Malabsorption

Deafness
Hip Dysplasia

Chronic Anemia
Autoimmune Thyroiditis

Hearing
Blood Test
X-Rays
Physical Examination

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

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

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

English Foxhound dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

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

English Foxhound dogs are not typically good guard dogs due to their lack of protective nature and weak territorial drive.

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.

Camping, Go to Park, Walking, Walk, Hiking

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

English Foxhounds 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.

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.

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

In general most English Foxhounds 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 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.

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

The Giant Schnauzer requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Clipper
Nail Clipper

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

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

The average per month expenses of an English Foxhound 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.

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.

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

Giant Schnauzer is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

English Foxhounds have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

English Foxhounds make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

English Foxhounds are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Giant Schnauzers are not dog-friendly.

English Foxhounds are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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

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