Unfortunately, the Mini Ratzer is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Sniffons are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Loving
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Lively
Inquisitive
Fearless
Spirited

Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Obedient
Inquisitive
Selfish
Fearless
Watchful
Companionable
Spirited

Mini Ratzers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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

Rat Terrier, Miniature Schnauzer

Brussels Griffon and Miniature Schnauzer

1990s

Unknown

Blue
Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Blue
Fawn
Silver
Red
Gray
Black

A Mini Ratzer can have a litter of 5-7 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 Sniffon 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.

Patellar Luxation
Pulmonic Stenosis
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Portosystemic Shunt
Pancreatitis

Portosystemic Shunt
Sick Sinus Syndrome

Demodectic Mange
Cataracts
Color Dilution Alopecia
Schnauzer Comedo Syndrome
Bladder Stones and Infections

Pulmonic Stenosis
Cataracts
Diabetes
Hypothyroidism
Hyperlipoproteinemia
Schnauzer Comedo Syndrome
Pancreatitis
Syringomyelia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Immune Mediated Haemolytic Anaemia (IMHA)
Atopy
Urolithiasis

Cardiac
Eye Examination
Dental Examination
Skin Evaluation
Ultrasound
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis

Eye Examination
Blood And Urine Analysis
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Electrocardiograph (ECG - measures rate and rhythm)

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

Sniffon has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Mini Ratzers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Mini Ratzers 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.

Sniffons 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.

In general most Mini Ratzers 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 Sniffons 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.

The Mini Ratzer requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Sniffons have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Ideally, Mini Ratzer should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Sniffon 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

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 10-25 pound (5 - 11 kg) Mini Ratzer 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.

For an average 9-15 pound (4 - 7 kg) Sniffon 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 Mini Ratzer is somewhere $2.20 - $3.40 per day.

The average cost of a Sniffon is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Mini Ratzer is between $67 - $101. This makes an average of $804 - $1212 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 Sniffon is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $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.

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

Sniffons have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Mini Ratzers are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

Mini Ratzers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Sniffons are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Mini Ratzers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

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