Active
Playful
Stubborn
Happy
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive
Good-natured
Opinionated

Dignified
Powerful
Intelligent
Dominant
Patient
Loyal
Tempered
Kind
Sweet
Strong
Willed
Generous
Thoughtful

Shih Tzu, Pekingese

Irish Wolfhound, Giant Schnauzer

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
White
Brown
Fawn
Red

Black
Blue
Brindle
Cream
Gray
Red
Silver
White

Shineses are known for their coat length.

Giant Irish Wolf Schnauzers have medium-length coats.

Wavy

Wiry

A Shinese can have a litter of 2-5 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.

A Giant Irish Wolf Schnauzer can have a litter of 5-8 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.

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

Giant Irish Wolf Schnauzers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Shineses typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

The Giant Irish Wolf Schnauzer breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Entropion
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome
Pateller Luxation
Invertebral Disc Disease
Eye Conditions

Osteosarcoma
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Bloat

Otitis Externa
KCS
Urolithiasis
Hydrocephalus
Eye Disease
Mitral Valve Disease
Cleft Lift or Palate

Urolithiasis
Portosystemic Shunt
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)

Eye
Knee
Heart
Skeletal
Respiratory Tests
X-ray imaging
Complete Physical Examination
Blood and Urine Protein Screens

Biopsy
X-ray imaging
Electrocardiogram
Urine Tests

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

Giant Irish Wolf Schnauzer has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Shineses are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Giant Irish Wolf Schnauzers have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Play, Hide & Seek, Walking, Dressing up, Running, Bath time, Run, Belly rubs, Naptime, Cat chasing

Run

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Shinese, 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 Giant Irish Wolf Schnauzer, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Shineses 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.

In general most Giant Irish Wolf Schnauzers 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.

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

The Giant Irish Wolf Schnauzer requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Giant Irish Wolf Schnauzer 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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 10-16 pound (5 - 7 kg) Shinese 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.

For an average 85-150 pound (39 - 68 kg) Giant Irish Wolf Schnauzer feed 4 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 Shinese is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Giant Irish Wolf Schnauzer is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Shinese 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.

The average per month expenses of a Giant Irish Wolf Schnauzer is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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.

Shineses have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

Shineses make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Shineses are not the best choice for families with kids.

Giant Irish Wolf Schnauzers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Giant Irish Wolf Schnauzers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

Giant Irish Wolf Schnauzers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Shineses are not known for being a highly playful breed.

Giant Irish Wolf Schnauzers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.