Unfortunately, the Schnese 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, Irish Terriers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Playful
Energetic
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Companionable
Clever
Sturdy
Amiable
Charming

Dominant
Lively
Respectful
Intelligent
Protective
Trainable

Schneses are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Schneses aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Choose an Irish Terrier if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Miniature Schnauzer, Havanese

Terrier, Irish Wolfhound

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1700s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Gray
Silver

Red
Cream
Fawn

Straight

Wiry

A Schnese can have a litter of 1-9 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 Irish Terrier 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.

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

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

Urolithiasis
Von Willebrand's Disease
Portosystemic Shunt
Sick Sinus Syndrome
Myotonia Congenita

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Megaesophagus
Heart Conditions
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Liver Problems
Joint Dysplasia

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Urolithiasis Irish Terrier
Hypothyroidism
Degenerative Myelopathy
Hyperkeratosis

Complete Blood Count
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Ear Tests and Myringotomy Tests
Yearly Physical Examination
Eye Examinations (both internal as well as external)
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
Dental and Oral Examinations
Echocardiography (ultrasound)

Blood Test
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Schneses' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Irish Terriers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

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

Schneses need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Irish Terriers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

Irish Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Schnese dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Irish Terriers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Walk, Walks, Toys, Sticks

Walking, Run, Play, Tracking, Jumping, Jerking, Swim, Walk, Go to Beach, Music, Go Camping, Chase, Brushing

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Schnese, it's at least 7 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 Irish Terrier, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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

Irish Terriers 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.

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

Irish Terrier 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
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 7-15 pound (3 - 7 kg) Schnese 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.

For an average 25-27 pound (11 - 12 kg) Irish Terrier 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 Schnese is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of an Irish Terrier is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Schnese 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.

The average per month expenses of an Irish Terrier is between $74 - $95. This makes an average of $888 - $1140 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.

Schnese is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Irish Terriers are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Irish Terriers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

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

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

Irish Terriers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Schneses are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Irish Terriers are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

Irish Terriers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

Irish Terriers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

Irish Terriers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

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