Sniffon Breed Information & Characteristics

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.

Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Obedient
Inquisitive
Selfish
Fearless
Watchful
Companionable
Spirited

Sniffon will shed a negligible amount of hair. Some owners say that they do not shed, but that is not true. But the amount of shedding can be rather light than other dog breeds. If you do not want to deal with the hairs flying around in your home, then this breed is a perfect choice for you.

The Sniffon breed is one of the worst choice if you want a good watchdog.

Brussels Griffon and Miniature Schnauzer

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

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Brown

Black

Blue
Fawn
Silver
Red
Gray
Black

The coat of a Sniffon dog ranges in length from short to medium.

Wiry

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.

Sniffons are known for their adaptability and versatility, they are capable of adapting well to a wide range of lifestyle changes and living environments. They are a highly adaptable breed, and make great companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

The Sniffon is generally considered to be healthy. However, like all breeds, they are susceptible to certain health issues and it is important to keep an eye out for them and address them with your veterinarian as needed.

Portosystemic Shunt
Sick Sinus Syndrome

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

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

Sniffons may be a good breed for those who prefer a more relaxed lifestyle. They tend to have a lower energy level than other breeds of dogs.

Sniffon have above average social needs compared to other breeds.They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

The Sniffon dog requires a moderate amount of physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. These breeds are ideal for people who have a moderate amount of time to devote to their pet and enjoy regular physical activity themselves. They also make great family pets as they have the energy to keep up with children and the temperament to be great companions.

The Sniffon breed is known for its moderate energy levels and normal sleep patterns, typically sleeping around 12-14 hours per day.

Sniffons tend to bark moderately, they bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or to communicate something. They may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

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.

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

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.

This breed is known for having high grooming needs.

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
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

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 Sniffon is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

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.

Sniffons has average obedience intelligence. But, they're also independent thinkers. The Sniffon is a breed with an exceptionally high IQ and may get into mischief if left to their own devices.

This dog breed is more sensitive than others and easily overwhelmed by new surroundings and people. They need gentle handling and a calm, stable home environment with positive reinforcement training.

The Sniffon is an apartment-friendly dog breed. They can do perfectly well in apartments providing they are sufficiently exercised and taken out and about as part of their owner's daily lifestyle.

Sniffons are average friendly dogs towards children.

Sniffons are one of the best dogs for cats. They're accept cats readily as part of the family. However, this dog breed should be trained to not chase after the kitty early on

Sniffons are average friendly towards other dogs. If they are raised with other dogs, they are likely to get along with them. And, if they are socialized properly from a young age, they will usually be great with other dogs.

Sniffons are average friendly around strangers. They can be wary around strangers and a little standoffish. Early socialisation is key.

Sniffons have an average level of playfulness. The Sniffons, like other dogs, like to play. But they are not the most playful dog breed.

Sniffon dogs are usually easy to train, but may require consistency to fully obey commands.