Active
Loving
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Fearless
Good-natured
Spirited

Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Loyal
Devoted
Lively
Trainable
Good-natured

United States

United States

Miniature Australian Shepherd and Miniature Schnauzer

Japanese Chin, Standard Schnauzer

1990s

Unknown

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Miniature Schnauzzies have medium-length coats.

Standard Schnauzer Chins have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Miniature Schnauzzie can have a litter of 3-6 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 Standard Schnauzer Chin can have a litter of 4-8 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.

Miniature Schnauzzies are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Standard Schnauzer Chins are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

While the Miniature Schnauzzie breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Standard Schnauzer Chins are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Urinary Stones

Patellar Luxation
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Pancreatitis
Heart Problems such as Pulmonic Stenosis

Entropion
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hearing

Skin Diseases and Disorders
Congenital Eye Defects
Bladder Stones and Infections

Buccal Mucosal Screening
Full Physical Examination
Ophthalmic Examination
Blood Tests and Blood Count
Hearing and Ear Tests
Urinalysis and Urine Culture
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Blood And Urine Analysis
Diagnostic Imaging
Cardiac Test
DNA

Miniature Schnauzzie has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Standard Schnauzer Chin has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Miniature Schnauzzies are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Standard Schnauzer Chins have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Miniature Schnauzzies 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.

Standard Schnauzer Chins 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Miniature Schnauzzie, 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 Standard Schnauzer Chin, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Miniature Schnauzzies usually need at least 70 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 Standard Schnauzer Chins usually need at least 30 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
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Miniature Schnauzzie is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 per day.

The average cost of a Standard Schnauzer Chin is somewhere $1.70 - $2.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Miniature Schnauzzie is between $36 - $49. This makes an average of $432 - $588 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 Standard Schnauzer Chin is between $34 - $67. This makes an average of $408 - $804 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 to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

Miniature Schnauzzies are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

The Standard Schnauzer Chin is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Standard Schnauzer Chins have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Standard Schnauzer Chins are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Miniature Schnauzzies are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Standard Schnauzer Chins are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Miniature Schnauzzies are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Standard Schnauzer Chins are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

Standard Schnauzer Chins are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.