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 Cursset 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
Protective
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Devoted
Gentle
Tempered
Kind
Sweet
Tenacious
Trainable
Fearless

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

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

Miniature Schnauzer and Wire Fox Terrier

Black Mouth Cur and Basset Hound

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brown
Cream
Black
Gray
White

Brown
Black
Fawn
Brindle

Wire Hair Snauzers have medium-length coats.

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

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 Cursset can have a litter of 5-10 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 Cursset breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Pulmonic Stenosis
Portosystemic Shunt
Pancreatitis
Sick Sinus Syndrome

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

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

None

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

Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
Optical Examination

Wire Hair Snauzer has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

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

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

Wire Hair Snauzers 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.

Curssets 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 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 Cursset, it's at least 11 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 Curssets usually need at least 50 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 Cursset has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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, Cursset 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
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 45-95 pound (20 - 43 kg) Cursset feed 3 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 Cursset is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 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 Cursset 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.

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

The Cursset is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

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

Curssets are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Curssets are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Wire Hair Snauzers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Wire Hair Snauzers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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

Curssets are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.