While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Wire Hair Snauzers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

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

Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Quick
Devoted
Lively
Trainable
Bold
Fearless
Good-natured
Keen

Active
Playful
Happy
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Docile
Affectionate
Lively
Tempered
Sociable
Sweet
Attentive
Trainable
Extroverted

Wire Hair Snauzers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Chinaranians are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Avoid Wire Hair Snauzers as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Chinaranians are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

United States

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Miniature Schnauzer and Wire Fox Terrier

Pomeranian, Chinese Crested

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brown
Cream
Black
Gray
White

Pied
Gray
Blue
Cream
Black
Brown

Wiry

Straight

A Wire Hair Snauzer 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.

A Chinaranian can have a litter of 2-5 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.

Wire Hair Snauzers are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

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

Pulmonic Stenosis
Portosystemic Shunt
Pancreatitis
Sick Sinus Syndrome

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Lens Luxation

Distichiasis
Cataracts
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Cushing's Disease
Schnauzer Comedo Syndrome

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Tracheal Collapse

Skin Evaluation
Ultrasound
Hearing and Ear Tests
hip, elbow, eye and heart

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Ophthalmic Examination

Wire Hair Snauzers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Chinaranians need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Wire Hair Snauzers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Chinaranians are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Wire Hair Snauzers are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Wire Hair Snauzer, it's at least 6 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 Chinaranian, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Wire Hair Snauzers 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 Chinaranians 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.

Wire Hair Snauzers require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

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

Wire Hair Snauzer should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Chinaranian should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Nail Clipper

For an average 15-20 pound (7 - 9 kg) Wire Hair Snauzer feed 1.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 8-10 pound (4 - 5 kg) Chinaranian feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Wire Hair Snauzer is somewhere $1.70 - $2.20 per day.

The average cost of a Chinaranian is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Wire Hair Snauzer 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.

The average per month expenses of a Chinaranian is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 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 and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Wire Hair Snauzers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Chinaranians make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Wire Hair Snauzers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Chinaranians have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Chinaranians are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Wire Hair Snauzers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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