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

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

Agile
Curious
Fearless
Intelligent
Confident
Faithful
Independent

Playful
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Devoted
Lively
Trainable
Good-natured

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

Standard Wauzers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

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Standard Schnauzer, Westie

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Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

Black
Cream
Brown
Blue

Black
Brindle
Gray
White
Silver
Red

Straight

Wiry

A Schipperke can have a litter of 13-15 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 Standard Wauzer 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.

Schipperkes are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

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

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Patellar Luxation
Von Willebrand's Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Craniomandibular Osteopathy (Lion Jaw)
Myotonia Congenita

Entropion
Epilepsy
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Eye Problems

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
MRI
Eye Examination

X-Rays
Full Physical Examination
DNA for VWD

Schipperke has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

Schipperkes are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Schipperkes 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.

Standard Wauzers 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 Schipperke, it's at least 7 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 Standard Wauzer, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Schipperkes usually need at least 45 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 Standard Wauzers 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.

The Schipperke has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Standard Wauzers have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Schipperke 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, Standard Wauzer should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 12-16 pound (5 - 7 kg) Schipperke feed 0.8 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 25-30 pound (11 - 14 kg) Standard Wauzer 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 Schipperke is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Standard Wauzer is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Schipperke 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.

The average per month expenses of a Standard Wauzer is between $35 - $45. This makes an average of $420 - $540 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.

Schipperkes can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Standard Wauzers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Schipperkes are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Standard Wauzers are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

Standard Wauzers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

Standard Wauzers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.