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.

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

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

Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Quick
Devoted
Lively

Standard Schnauzer, Westie

Chihuahua and West Highland White Terrier

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brindle
Gray
White
Silver
Red

Cream
Brown
Black
Fawn
White

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.

A Chestie 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.

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

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

While the Standard Wauzer breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

The Chestie 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.

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

Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Collapsed Trachea

Eye Problems

Deafness
Cherry Eye

X-Rays
Full Physical Examination
DNA for VWD

X-Rays
Fluorescein Test
Blood Tests
General Physical Examination
Blood Chemistry

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

Chestie has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

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

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.

Chesties 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.

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Chestie, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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.

In general most Chesties usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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

The Chestie requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Chestie 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
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of a Chestie is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

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.

The average per month expenses of a Chestie 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.

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

The Chestie is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Standard Wauzers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Chesties have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Standard Wauzers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Chesties are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.