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

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

Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Lively
Trainable
Fearless
Spirited
Vocal

Playful
Aloof
Independent
Energetic
Protective
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Loyal
Fearless
Quiet
Brave
Bright
Detached

Coton Schnauzers are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

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Coton de Tulear and Miniature Schnauzer

Boxer and Chow Chow

Unknown

2000s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Pied
Black
Silver

Brown
White
Cream

Coton Schnauzers are known for their coat length.

Boxer Chows have short coats.

Wiry

Straight

A Coton Schnauzer 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.

A Boxer Chow can have a litter of 2-10 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.

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

Boxer Chows have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Pancreatitis

Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Hypothyroidism
Cancer

Patellar Luxation
Von Willebrand's Disease

Patellar Luxation
Entropion

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Ultrasound
Blood Work
Ophthalmic Examination

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Radiography

Coton Schnauzers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

Fetch

Tug-of-war, Run, Frisber

Coton Schnauzers 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.

Boxer Chows 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 Coton Schnauzer, 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 Boxer Chow, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Coton Schnauzers usually need at least 40 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 Boxer Chows usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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

The Boxer Chow requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Boxer Chow 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
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 8-15 pound (4 - 7 kg) Coton Schnauzer 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 50-60 pound (23 - 27 kg) Boxer Chow feed 3 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 Coton Schnauzer is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Boxer Chow is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Coton Schnauzer 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 Boxer Chow is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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.

Boxer Chows have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

Boxer Chows have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

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

Boxer Chows are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

Boxer Chows are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

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

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

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