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 Rottsky 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

Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Loyal
Gentle
Fearless
Good-natured

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

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

Miniature Schnauzer and Wire Fox Terrier

Rottweiler and Siberian Husky

2000s

Unknown

Brown

Blue
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
Isabella

Black
Gray
Red
Silver
Brindle
Pied

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
White
Sable

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 Rottsky can have a litter of 8-12 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.

Rottskys are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Pulmonic Stenosis
Portosystemic Shunt
Pancreatitis
Sick Sinus Syndrome

Osteosarcoma
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Subaortic Stenosis
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

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

Entropion
Demodectic Mange
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Histiocytosis
Corneal Dystrophy
Pancreatitis
Zinc Responsive Dermatosis
Neuroaxonal Dystrophy
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

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

Skin Evaluation
Eye Examinations
Bone Biopsy
Electrocardiograph (ECG - measures rate and rhythm)
Hip and Elbow X-rays

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

Rottsky has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Rottskys sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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.

Rottskys 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 Rottsky, it's at least 14 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 Rottskys usually need at least 90 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 Rottsky has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Mini Wire Hair Snauzer 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

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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
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 75-95 pound (34 - 43 kg) Rottsky 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 Rottsky is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 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 Rottsky is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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 make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Rottskys have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

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

Rottskys are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.