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

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

Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Obedient
Quick
Bold
Fearless
Spirited
Keen

Playful
Energetic
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Fearless
Cheerful
Brave
Bright

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

Box-a-Pugs are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

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Miniature Schnauzer and Wire Fox Terrier

Boxer, Pug

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Red
Silver
Brindle
Pied

Brown
Fawn
Silver
Black
Brindle

Mini Wire Hair Snauzers have medium-length coats.

Box-a-Pugs have short coats.

Wiry

Straight

A Mini Wire Hair Snauzer can have a litter of 4-6 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 Box-a-Pug can have a litter of 2-10 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.

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

Box-a-Pugs typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Pulmonic Stenosis
Portosystemic Shunt
Pancreatitis
Sick Sinus Syndrome

Bloat
Cancer
Brachycephalic Syndrome

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

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Eye Problems

Cardiac
Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Ultrasound
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Hearing and Ear Tests

X-Rays
Physical Examination
CT or MRI scan
Blood Work
Radiography

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

Box-a-Pugs sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Mini 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 Box-a-Pug, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Mini 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 Box-a-Pugs usually need at least 40 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Mini 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 Box-a-Pug is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 15-20 pound (7 - 9 kg) Mini 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 20-26 pound (9 - 12 kg) Box-a-Pug 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 Mini Wire Hair Snauzer is somewhere $1.70 - $2.20 per day.

The average cost of a Box-a-Pug is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Mini 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 Box-a-Pug 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.

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

Box-a-Pugs make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Box-a-Pugs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Mini Wire Hair Snauzers are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Box-a-Pugs are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

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

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

Box-a-Pugs are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Mini Wire Hair Snauzers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Box-a-Pugs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.