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 Dameranian 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

Active
Playful
Stubborn
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Docile
Devoted
Lively
Sociable
Attentive
Trainable
Clever
Extroverted

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

Dameranians are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

United States

United States

Miniature Schnauzer and Wire Fox Terrier

Pomeranian, Dachshund

2000s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Red
Silver
Brindle
Pied

Red
Cream
Black
Gray
Fawn
Blue
Sable
Brindle

Wiry

Wavy

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 Dameranian 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.

Pulmonic Stenosis
Portosystemic Shunt
Pancreatitis
Sick Sinus Syndrome

Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Epilepsy
Bloat

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

None

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

X-Rays
CT Scan
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Allergy Testing

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

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

Mini 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.

Dameranians 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 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 Dameranian, 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 Dameranians 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.

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 Dameranian requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
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 15-20 pound (7 - 9 kg) Dameranian 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 Mini Wire Hair Snauzer is somewhere $1.70 - $2.20 per day.

The average cost of a Dameranian is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 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 Dameranian 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.

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

Dameranians 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.

Dameranians are not the best choice for families with kids.

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

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

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

Dameranians are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Mini Wire Hair Snauzers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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