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 Silky Pug 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

Playful
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Quick
Gentle
Going
Joyful
Inquisitive
Cheerful

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

Silky Pugs 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.

Silky Pugs aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

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United States

great dane, bouvier des flandres

Pug and Silky Terrier

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
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

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Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Pied
Silver
Gray
Black

Black
Fawn
Cream
Silver
Blue
Gray

Giant Schnauzers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Silky Pugs have medium-length coats.

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 Silky Pug can have a litter of 3-5 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.

Silky Pugs are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Cobalamin Malabsorption

Entropion
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Pug Dog Encephalitis
Necrotizing Meningoencephalitis
Spongiform Leukodystrophy
Liver Shunts
Urolithiasis

Chronic Anemia
Autoimmune Thyroiditis

Patellar Luxation
Tracheal Collapse
Corneal Ulcer

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

Eye
Blood
Liver Ultrasound
X-Rays
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
CT or MRI scan
Hip and Knee
Skeletal Exam

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

Silky Pugs are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

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

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

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

Silky Pugs need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

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

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

Playing, Snuggling

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.

Silky Pugs 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 Silky Pug, it's at least 5 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 Silky Pugs 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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

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 10-14 pound (5 - 6 kg) Silky Pug 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.

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

The average cost of a Silky Pug is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 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 Silky Pug 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.

Giant Schnauzer is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Silky Pug has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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.

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

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

Silky Pugs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Silky Pugs are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Giant Schnauzers are not dog-friendly.

Silky Pugs 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.

Silky Pugs 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.

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

Giant Schnauzers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Silky Pugs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.