Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Powerful
Intelligent
Dominant
Loyal
Kind
Strong
Willed

Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Trainable
Cheerful
Quiet
Faithful

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

English Spanadors are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

​United States

​United States

Giant Schnauzer, Japanese Chin

Labrador Retriever, English Cocker Spaniel

Unknown

​Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Red
Brown

Black
Brown
Pied

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

English Spanadors have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wiry

Straight

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.

An English Spanador can have a litter of 5-10 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.

Giant Schnauzer Chins are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

English Spanadors are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

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.

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

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

Elbow Dysplasia
Retinal Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia

Autoimmune Thyroiditis
Shoulder Osteochondrosis

Eye Abnormalities
Cerebellar Abiotrophy
Diabetes
Familial Nephropathy
Portosystemic Shunt
Hepatitis
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Cleft Palate
Cervical Vertebral Instability
Idiopathic Epilepsy
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Ophthalmic Examination

Hip X-Rays
Dna Test For Pk
Physical Examination
Eye Examinations
Blood Work

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

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

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

English Spanadors are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Giant Schnauzer Chins 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.

English Spanadors 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 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 English Spanador, it's at least 14 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 English Spanadors usually need at least 120 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 Giant Schnauzer Chin requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The English Spanador has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Giant Schnauzer Chin is somewhere $1.70 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of an English Spanador is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 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 an English Spanador 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.

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.

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

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

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

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

English Spanadors are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

English Spanadors 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.

The English Spanador is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.