Unfortunately, the King Rat 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, Standard Schnauzers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Active
Loving
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Social
Inquisitive
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

Devoted
Intelligent
Playful
Good-natured
Lively
Trainable

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

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

United States

Germany

Rat Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

schnauzer, pinscher, poodle, wolf spitz

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
Australian National Kennel Council
Canadian Kennel Club
Continental Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
United Kennel Club
American Canine Association, Inc.

2000's

middle ages

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Red
Black
Brown
Pied
White

Black
Pied

King Rats have short coats.

Standard Schnauzers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Straight

Wiry

A King Rat 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 Standard Schnauzer 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.

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

Standard Schnauzers have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

The Standard Schnauzer is prone to health issues and requires regular check-ups with a vet to identify and treat any problems early.

Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Lens Luxation
Heart Disease
Syringomyelia
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Diabetes
Pancreatitis

Demodectic Mange
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Skin Allergies
Dental Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Microphthalmia
Corneal Dystrophy

Cataracts
Bladder Stones
Portosystemic Shunt

Knee
Hip X-Rays
Heart
Dna For Pra
Dental Examination
Skin Evaluation
Eye Examinations
Hearing Tests

Blood
Blood And Urine Protein Screens
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

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

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

King Rats sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Standard Schnauzers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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Walking, Barking, Walks, Playing, Smelling, Running, Hikes, Fetching

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For King Rat, it's at least 9 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 Standard Schnauzer, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The King Rat has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

King Rat 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, Standard Schnauzer should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 13-25 pound (6 - 11 kg) King Rat 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 40-50 pound (18 - 23 kg) Standard 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.

The average cost of a King Rat is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Standard Schnauzer is somewhere $2.50 - $2.80 per day.

The average per month expenses of a King Rat 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 a Standard Schnauzer is between $74 - $84. This makes an average of $888 - $1008 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 Rats make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

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

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

King Rats are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

King Rats are highly friendly around strangers.

Standard Schnauzers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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

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

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