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 Shinese 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

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

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

Shineses are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Standard Schnauzer, Westie

Shih Tzu, Pekingese

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Brindle
Gray
White
Silver
Red

Black
White
Brown
Fawn
Red

Standard Wauzers have medium-length coats.

Shineses are known for their coat length.

Wiry

Wavy

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 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.

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

Shineses 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.

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.

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

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

Eye Problems

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

X-Rays
Full Physical Examination
DNA for VWD

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

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

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

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.

Shineses 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 Shinese, it's at least 6 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 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.

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb

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

The average cost of a Shinese is somewhere $1.10 - $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 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.

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

Shineses have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

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

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

Shineses are not the best choice for families with kids.

Standard Wauzers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

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

Shineses are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Shineses are not known for being a highly playful breed.