Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Powerful
Intelligent
Dominant
Loyal
Kind
Strong
Willed

Assertive
Intelligent
Mellow
Energetic
Lively
Stubborn

Giant Schnauzer Chins are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Berger Picards are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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France

Giant Schnauzer, Japanese Chin

Sheepdog

Unknown

800 AD

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Red
Brown

Fawn
Gray

Giant Schnauzer Chins have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Berger Picards have medium-length coats.

Wiry

Wavy

A Giant Schnauzer Chin can have a litter of 5-8 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 Berger Picard can have a litter of 12-15 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 Schnauzer Chins typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Berger Picards are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Patellar Luxation
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Heart Murmur

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia

Autoimmune Thyroiditis
Shoulder Osteochondrosis

Collie Eye Anomaly

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Ophthalmic Examination

Eye
Hips
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

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

Berger Picard has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Giant Schnauzer Chins have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Berger Picards are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Giant Schnauzer Chin, it's at least 8 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 Berger Picard, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Giant Schnauzer Chins 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 Berger Picards 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.

Giant Schnauzer Chin should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

In general Berger Picard should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 8-50 pound (4 - 23 kg) Giant Schnauzer Chin 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 51-71 pound (23 - 32 kg) Berger Picard feed 2.5 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 Chin is somewhere $1.70 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Berger Picard is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Giant Schnauzer Chin is between $48 - $73. This makes an average of $576 - $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.

The average per month expenses of a Berger Picard is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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.

Giant Schnauzer Chins are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Berger Picards can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Giant Schnauzer Chins are not the best choice for families with kids.

Berger Picards make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Giant Schnauzer Chins are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Berger Picards are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Giant Schnauzer Chins are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Berger Picards are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Giant Schnauzer Chins are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Berger Picards are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Giant Schnauzer Chins are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

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

Berger Picards are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.