Chizer Dog Breed

For people who have a small apartment or no dog experience, Chizers are great companions. They can be feisty and they may need a fair amount of exercise, but they are manageable and they train somewhat easily. They tend to be less appealing for families with kids or other dogs, however. While they can be socialized to be less aggressive with either, this will require patience and work.

Here are some things you should know if you wish to adopt a Chihuahua Miniature Schnauzer mixed breed:

PROS

• Small in size
• Decent watchdog
• Boldness can be cute
• May be hypoallergenic
• Tends to be fine with solitude
• Low to moderate grooming needs
• May have fairly high tolerance to heat

CONS

• May bark a lot
• Poor guard dog
• Might snap at kids
• Prone to wandering
• Can be very stubborn
• May be dog aggressive
• Sensitive to being touched
• Long list of possible health problems

There is quite a bit of Chizer information due to this being a popular hybrid dog. They are small, cute and given to having distinct personalities. They may have the Schnauzer's beard, the Chihuahua's eyes or a look that mixes both dogs' facial features. Mixed breed dogs can inherit any amount of either parent breed's characteristics. Even in one litter, all the puppies can look and act differently from each other.

Regardless of what they inherit, Chizers should be smart as both parent breeds are known for their individual ways of figuring out things. You will want a lot of agility toys as well as spend time daily to teach your dog tricks. They may be a bit stubborn but they will be eager to learn so long as they know there is a food reward involved!

If your Chizer gets the coat style of the Mini Schnauzer, she should be hypoallergenic. If she gets the personality of the Chihuahua, she may be bold. They love attention, but they may disdain kids, so you should be sure to have your kids socialize with these dogs when they are puppies.

Chihuahuas usually get a fair amount of exercise on their own, but Miniature Schnauzers need a lot of exercise. It's best to make sure your Chizer gets a moderate amount of exercise with daily walks and playtime. If they get anxious, you will want to increase their activity levels.

The Chizer's parent breeds have a number of individual health concerns. Hybrid vigor can help to prevent these genetic issues from being passed on or as problematic, but they can still occur in Chizers. Chihuahuas are a brachycephalic breed and have related eye and respiratory complications, whereas Mini Schnauzers are prone to kidney stones. Breeders should always have vet papers and health test results for the parents, and you should be sure to meet the parents and litter mates, if at all possible. You should also take your Chizer in for regular vet checkups and tests once she is old enough.

Here are some of the things that can affect your Chizer:

• Cysts
• Snoring
• Diabetes
• Wheezing
• Shivering
• Pancreatitis
• Rheumatism
• Ear infections
• Liver ailments
• Skin disorders
• Urinary stones
• Gum problems
• Hypoglycemia
• Eye problems
• Open Fontanel
• Hydrocephalus
• Heart problems
• Patellar Luxation
• Collapsed trachea
• Seasonal allergies
• Myotonia Congenita
• von Willebrand's Disease
• Congenital Megaesophagus

The Chizer has an average lifespan of 12 to 15 years.