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 Greater Swiss Mountain 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

Alert
Fearless
Protective
Devoted
Good-natured
Selfish
Confidence

United States

Switzerland

Miniature Schnauzer and Wire Fox Terrier

Roman Mastiff

2000s

Ancient Times

Brown

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Red
Silver
Brindle
Pied

Black
Brown
White

Mini Wire Hair Snauzers have medium-length coats.

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

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 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.

Mini Wire Hair Snauzers 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

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

Distichiasis

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

Eye
Hip
Elbow
X-Rays
Physical Examination

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

Greater Swiss Mountain has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other 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 Greater Swiss Mountain, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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 Greater Swiss Mountain 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 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 Mini Wire Hair Snauzer is somewhere $1.70 - $2.20 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 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 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.

Mini Wire Hair Snauzers 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.

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

Greater Swiss Mountains 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.

Greater Swiss Mountains are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Mini Wire Hair Snauzers 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.

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

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

Mini Wire Hair Snauzers 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.