Dignified
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Obedient
Patient
Loyal
Tempered
Sweet
Fearless
Spirited
Generous
Thoughtful

Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Cheerful

Miniature Irish Wolf Schnauzers are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Japugs are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

United States

United States

Irish Wolfhound, Miniature Schnauzer

Japanese Chin and Pug

Unknown

2000's

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

Brindle
Black
Gray
Fawn
Cream
Silver

Black
White
Fawn
Silver

Miniature Irish Wolf Schnauzers have medium-length coats.

Japugs have short coats.

Wiry

Straight

A Miniature Irish Wolf Schnauzer can have a litter of 3-6 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 Japug can have a litter of 2-4 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.

Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Anesthesia Sensitivity/Allergy
Liver Shunts
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat
Myotonia Congenita

Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca

Entropion
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Entropion
Demodicosis
Cataracts
Hemivertebrae
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Meningitis
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome
Sick Sinus Syndrome
Atopy Dermatitis

Complete Blood Profile
Blood And Urine Analysis
Complete Physical Examination
Complete Ophthalmologic Examination
Serum Chemistry Panel Tests
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Electromyography (EMG)
Muscle Biopsy

Blood Test
Spine
Skin Evaluation
Eye Examinations
Full Physical Examination

Miniature Irish Wolf Schnauzer has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Miniature Irish Wolf Schnauzers have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Japugs are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Miniature Irish Wolf Schnauzers 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.

Japugs are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Japug dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Miniature Irish Wolf Schnauzer, 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 Japug, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Miniature Irish Wolf Schnauzers 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 Japugs usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Miniature Irish Wolf Schnauzers require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The Japug has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Miniature Irish Wolf Schnauzer 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 Japug should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

Pin Brush
Dematter
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 32-54 pound (15 - 24 kg) Miniature Irish Wolf Schnauzer 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.

For an average 7-20 pound (3 - 9 kg) Japug 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 Miniature Irish Wolf Schnauzer is somewhere $2.10 - $2.80 per day.

The average cost of a Japug is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Miniature Irish Wolf Schnauzer is between $48 - $59. This makes an average of $576 - $708 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 Japug 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.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Japugs have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

Miniature Irish Wolf Schnauzers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Miniature Irish Wolf Schnauzers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Japugs have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Miniature Irish Wolf Schnauzers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Japugs are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Miniature Irish Wolf Schnauzers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Japugs are highly friendly around strangers.

Miniature Irish Wolf Schnauzers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

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