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

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

Dominant
Kind
Powerful
Intelligent
Loyal
Strong
Willed

Active
Loving
Protective
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Social
Sweet
Aggressive
Good-natured

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

Bull-Aussies are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Choose a Giant Schnauzer if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Avoid Bull-Aussies as watchdogs - they're not effective.

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Australian Shepherd, English Bulldog

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

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Brown

Blue
Brown

Black

Black

Pied
Silver
Gray
Black

Brindle
Black
White
Cream

Giant Schnauzers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Bull-Aussies have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Wiry

Straight

A Giant Schnauzer can have a litter of 10-12 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 Bull-Aussie can have a litter of 6-9 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.

Giant Schnauzers have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Cobalamin Malabsorption

Entropion
Deafness
Cherry Eye
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Dry Eye

Chronic Anemia
Autoimmune Thyroiditis

Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Diabetes
Heart Murmur

Eye
Hip
Blood
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Electrocardiogram
Complete Blood Count
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Thyroid Panel

Giant Schnauzers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Bull-Aussies are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

Bull-Aussie has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Giant Schnauzers need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Bull-Aussies need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Giant Schnauzers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Giant Schnauzers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Bull-Aussies are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Walking, Cuddling, Smelling, Walks, Jumping, Running, Go to Park, Walk, Run, Chase, Dog Parks, Eating Snacks, Sniff, Training, Hiking, Swimming, Fetch, Tug-of-war

Fetch, Rape, Murder, Burglary, Hunting, Swimming, Running, Walking, Playing fetch

Giant 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.

Bull-Aussies 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 Giant Schnauzer, it's at least 12 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 Bull-Aussie, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Giant 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.

In general most Bull-Aussies 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.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Giant Schnauzer is somewhere $2.80 - $3.20 per day.

The average cost of a Bull-Aussie is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Giant Schnauzer is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $1140 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 Bull-Aussie 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.

Giant Schnauzer is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Bull-Aussie has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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.

The Giant Schnauzer is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

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

Giant Schnauzers are not the best choice for families with kids.

Bull-Aussies make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Giant Schnauzers are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Bull-Aussies are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Giant Schnauzers are not dog-friendly.

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

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

Bull-Aussies are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

Bull-Aussies have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.