Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Powerful
Intelligent
Dominant
Loyal
Kind
Strong
Willed

Loving
Stubborn
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Affectionate
Lively
Inquisitive
Cheerful

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

Jack-Rat Terriers shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

​United States

​United States

Giant Schnauzer, Japanese Chin

Jack Russell Terrier, Rat Terrier

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Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Red
Brown

White
Blue
Brown
Red

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

Jack-Rat Terriers have short coats.

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.

A Jack-Rat Terrier can have a litter of 4-8 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.

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

Jack-Rat Terriers 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 Jack-Rat Terrier 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

Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Cardiomyopathy
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Autoimmune Thyroiditis
Shoulder Osteochondrosis

Hemivertebrae
Familial Nephropathy
Tracheal Collapse
Diabetes
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Cleft Palate
Cutaneous Asthenia
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)
Persistent Pupillary Membranes (PPM)
Mitral Valve Dysplasia
Eye Conditions

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Ophthalmic Examination

Dna Test For Vwd
Thyroid Tests
Physical Examination
Eye Examinations
Blood Work
Full Physical Examination regarding joint movement around the hip and kneecap
Heart Rate Tests

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

Jack-Rat Terriers 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.

Jack-Rat Terriers 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 Jack-Rat Terrier, it's at least 12 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 Jack-Rat Terriers 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 Jack-Rat Terrier has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of a Jack-Rat Terrier 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 Jack-Rat Terrier is between $49 - $63. This makes an average of $588 - $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.

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

Jack-Rat Terriers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Jack-Rat Terriers 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.

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

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

Jack-Rat Terriers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.