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 Crested Cocker is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

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Powerful
Intelligent
Loyal
Strong
Willed

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Happy
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Tempered
Sweet
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful

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

Crested Cockers are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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Black

Black

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Black

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Giant Schnauzers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Crested Cockers have medium-length coats.

Wiry

Wavy

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 Crested Cocker 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.

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

Crested Cockers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Giant Schnauzers 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 Crested Cocker breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Cobalamin Malabsorption

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia

Chronic Anemia
Autoimmune Thyroiditis

Deafness

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Hip
Blood
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Hearing
Orthopedic
Urine and Blood Analysis
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
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Giant Schnauzer has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

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

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

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.

Crested Cockers 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 Crested Cocker, it's at least 7 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 Crested Cockers 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.

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For an average 60-110 pound (27 - 50 kg) Giant 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.

For an average 17-25 pound (8 - 11 kg) Crested Cocker feed 2 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 Giant Schnauzer is somewhere $2.80 - $3.20 per day.

The average cost of a Crested Cocker is somewhere $1.40 - $1.70 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 Crested Cocker is between $42 - $50. This makes an average of $504 - $600 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.

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.

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

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

Crested Cockers 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.

Crested Cockers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Giant Schnauzers are not dog-friendly.

Crested Cockers 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.

Crested Cockers 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.

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