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

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

Alert
Friendly
Obedient
Fearless
Intelligent
Spirited

Alert
Fearless
Protective
Devoted
Good-natured
Selfish
Confidence

Germany

Switzerland

schnauzer, affenpinscher, poodle

Roman Mastiff

1800s

Ancient Times

Brown

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Silver

Black
Brown
White

Miniature Schnauzers have medium-length coats.

Greater Swiss Mountains have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Wiry

Straight

A Miniature Schnauzer can have a litter of 12-14 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 Greater Swiss Mountain 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.

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

Greater Swiss Mountains have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Pulmonic Stenosis
Portosystemic Shunt
Pancreatitis
Sick Sinus Syndrome

Gastric Torsion
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans

Bladder Stones
Cushing's Disease
Schnauzer Comedo Syndrome

Distichiasis

Blood Test
Heart
Liver Ultrasound
Blood And Urine Protein Screens
Physical Examination

Eye
Hip
Elbow
X-Rays
Physical Examination

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

Greater Swiss Mountain dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Miniature Schnauzer dogs have a strong protective nature and territorial instinct. They are highly vigilant and will fiercely defend their home and family.

Greater Swiss Mountain 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.

Barking, Walk, Walking, Fetch, Go to Park, Running, Sniffing, Jumping, Snuggle, Playing, Rolling, Eating Snacks, Play, Run, Sniff, Lick, Run in circles, Moustaching, Belly rubs, Balloons, Tug-of-war, Nap, Chase, Cuddle, Road trip, Groom, Bath time, Off-leash, Bike ride, Swim

Eating Snacks, Rough Housing, Play, Nap, Sniffing, Walk, Hike, Training, Tug-of-war, Case

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

Miniature Schnauzers 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 Greater Swiss Mountain is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

Greater Swiss Mountain 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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 14-16 pound (6 - 7 kg) Miniature Schnauzer 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.

For an average 115-140 pound (52 - 64 kg) Greater Swiss Mountain feed 4.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

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

The average cost of a Greater Swiss Mountain is somewhere $4.20 - $4.90 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Miniature Schnauzer is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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.

The average per month expenses of a Greater Swiss Mountain is between $126 - $147. This makes an average of $1512 - $1764 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.

Miniature Schnauzer is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Greater Swiss Mountain has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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

Greater Swiss Mountains can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

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

Miniature Schnauzers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Greater Swiss Mountains are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.