Playful
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Quick
Devoted
Lively
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful

Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Obedient
Loyal
Devoted
Lively
Trainable
Fearless
Good-natured

Chihuahua, Cocker Spaniel

Doberman Pinscher and Schnauzer

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IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Cream
Brindle
Silver
Gray
Fawn
White
Black

Black
Red
Blue
Silver

Chi-Spaniels have medium-length coats.

Dobie Schnauzers have short coats.

Straight

Wiry

A Chi-Spaniel can have a litter of 6-8 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 Dobie Schnauzer can have a litter of 6-10 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.

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

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

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

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

Patellar Luxation
Glaucoma
Hip Dysplasia
Hypoglycemia
Hydrocephalus
Hypothyroidism
Overactive Tear Glands

Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Pancreatitis

Allergies
Dry Skin

Cardiomyopathy

X-Rays
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Lab Tests
Allergy Testing

Ultrasound
Radiographs
Serum Biochemistry
Urinalysis
Pancreatic Lipase
Immunoreactivity
Fine Needle Aspiration
Blood Electrolytes
ECG
Holter Monitor

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

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

Chi-Spaniels 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.

Dobie Schnauzers 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 Chi-Spaniel, 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 Dobie Schnauzer, it's at least 11 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Chi-Spaniels 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.

In general most Dobie Schnauzers 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 Chi-Spaniel has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Dobie Schnauzers 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.

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 12-18 pound (5 - 8 kg) Chi-Spaniel 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 40-75 pound (18 - 34 kg) Dobie Schnauzer 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 Chi-Spaniel is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Dobie Schnauzer is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Chi-Spaniel 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 Dobie Schnauzer 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.

Chi-Spaniels make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Chi-Spaniels have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Dobie Schnauzers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Chi-Spaniels are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Dobie Schnauzers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

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

Chi-Spaniels are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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