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 Pomston 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
Intelligent
Friendly
Docile
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Sociable
Aggressive
Attentive
Trainable
Extroverted

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

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

United States

United States

Miniature Schnauzer and Wire Fox Terrier

Pomeranian and Boston Terrier

2000s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Red
Silver
Brindle
Pied

Black
Brown
Fawn
White

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 Pomston can have a litter of 3-5 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
Entropion
Cherry Eye
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

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

Cataracts
Corneal Ulcer

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

Knee
X-Rays
MRI
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

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

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

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 Pomston, it's at least 8 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 Pomstons usually need at least 25 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 Pomston has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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 7-15 pound (3 - 7 kg) Pomston 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 Pomston 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 Pomston 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.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

Pomstons 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.

Pomstons 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.

Pomstons are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Pomstons 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.

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