Active
Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Devoted
Lively
Going
Trainable
Fearless
Good-natured
Keen
Faithful
Charming

United States

United States

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Yorkshire Terrier

Shiba Inu, Miniature Schnauzer

2000s

Unknown

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black

White
Red
Black
Brown
Blue

Black
Fawn
White
Red
Brown

King Charles Yorkies are known for their coat length.

Schnus have medium-length coats.

A King Charles Yorkie can have a litter of 4-6 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 Schnu 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.

King Charles Yorkies are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Schnus are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

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

Patellar Luxation
Retinal Dysplasia
Tracheal Collapse
Mitral Valve Disease
Portosystemic Shunt
Syringomyelia

Patellar Luxation
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Urinary Stones

Entropion
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Urolithiasis
Hip Dysplasia
Hydrocephalus
Patent Ductus Arteriosus
Color Dilution Alopecia
Microphthalmia
Shaker Dog Syndrome
Corneal Dystrophy
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
Hypoadrenocorticism
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Cryptorchidism

Cataracts
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Blood Test
Hip X-Rays
Heart
Dna For Pra
Eye Examinations
Full Physical Examination

Urinalysis
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Buccal Mucosal Screening
Complete Ophthalmologic Examination
Full Body Physical Examination especially of the joints
Blood Tests and Blood Count

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

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

Walk, Tug-of-war, Fetch, Swim, Run, Walking, Cuddles

Run

King Charles Yorkies 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.

Schnus 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 King Charles Yorkie, 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 Schnu, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

King Charles Yorkie 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

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

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a King Charles Yorkie is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Schnu is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 per day.

The average per month expenses of a King Charles Yorkie 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.

The average per month expenses of a Schnu is between $35 - $49. This makes an average of $420 - $588 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 to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

King Charles Yorkies make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

King Charles Yorkies have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

King Charles Yorkies are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

King Charles Yorkies are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

King Charles Yorkies have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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