How long do Giant Schnauzers live?

The median lifespan of the Giant Schnauzer is 12.1 years, based on the 2024 McMillan et al. study of 584,734 UK dogs.

What health problems do Giant Schnauzers have?

Commonly reported conditions in the Giant Schnauzer include Hip dysplasia, GDV (bloat), Hypothyroidism, Progressive retinal atrophy, Osteosarcoma.

Is the Giant Schnauzer a healthy breed?

On the Breed Health Score the Giant Schnauzer scores 67 out of 100 (grade B), compared with an average of 71 across 155 breeds.

67/ 100

Giant Schnauzer Grade B

Median lifespani 12.1 yr · large · 25-48 kg

⇆ Compare Giant Schnauzer

The Giant Schnauzer is a large breed with a median lifespan of 12.1 years, which places it around the middle of the 155 breeds we rank for longevity. Commonly reported health conditions include Hip dysplasia, GDV (bloat), Hypothyroidism, Progressive retinal atrophy. Its overall Breed Health Score is 67/100 (grade B), against an average of 71/100 across all breeds.

Score breakdown

Longevityi 65%

Conformationi 20%

100

Hereditary burdeni 15%

Higher is healthier. See methodology.

Common & hereditary conditions

Hip dysplasia GDV (bloat)Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy Osteosarcoma

Red marks a life-threatening or major-welfare condition. Click a condition to see which breeds it affects. This list reflects commonly reported conditions, so better-studied breeds may show more; hereditary burden is the lightest-weighted part of the score. Source: RVC VetCompass / AKC / PDSA (indicative).

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Data & citation. Median lifespan: McMillan, K.M. et al. (2024) "Longevity of companion dog breeds", Scientific Reports (584,734 UK dogs). Data CC-BY 4.0. Source. Machine-readable: developer API. These are independent estimates for comparing breeds, not veterinary advice. Photo: Atlantic Ambience via Pexels.