Unfortunately, the Eskimo Schnauzer 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, Bichon Frises are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Playful
Independent
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Devoted
Lively
Trainable
Good-natured

Affectionate
Playful
Sensitive
Cheerful
Gentle
Intelligent

Eskimo Schnauzers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Bichon Frises are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

United States

France

Schnauzer and American Eskimo

barbet, water dog

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
The Bichon Frise Club Of America

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ancient times

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White

White
Cream

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

Bichon Frises have medium-length coats.

Straight

Curly

An Eskimo Schnauzer 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.

A Bichon Frise 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.

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

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

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

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

Hip Dysplasia
Addison's Disease
Pancreatitis

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Dental Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Bladder Stones
Atopy Dermatitis
Canine Cushing’s Disease

Cataract
Urolithiasis
Allergies
Tooth Loss
Hemophilia
Atopic Dermatitis
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Radiographs

Eye
Blood
Knee
Heart
X-Rays
Dental Examination
Allergy Tests

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

Bichon Frises are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Eskimo Schnauzers 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.

Bichon Frises 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 Eskimo Schnauzer, 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 Bichon Frise, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Eskimo Schnauzers 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.

In general most Bichon Frises usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Eskimo Schnauzers 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.

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

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

The average cost of an Eskimo Schnauzer is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Bichon Frise is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

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

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

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

Bichon Frises are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Bichon Frises are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Bichon Frises are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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

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

Bichon Frises are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.