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

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

Playful
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Gentle
Fearless
Spirited
Cheerful

Agile
Curious
Fearless
Intelligent
Confident
Faithful
Independent

Chonzers are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Avoid Chonzers as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Schipperkes are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

United States

Belgium

Miniature Schnauzer and Bichon Frise

sheepdog

Unknown

1600s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Gray
Brown
Pied

Black
Cream
Brown
Blue

Chonzers have short coats.

Schipperkes have medium-length coats.

Curly

Straight

A Chonzer 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 Schipperke can have a litter of 13-15 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.

Ear Infections
Allergies
Bladder Stones

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Hemophilia
Von Willebrand's Disease
Myotonia

Entropion
Epilepsy
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Blood Test
Liver Ultrasound
X-Rays

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
MRI
Eye Examination

Chonzers are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Schipperkes thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

Schipperke has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Chonzers need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Schipperkes need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

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

Schipperkes are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Chonzers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Schipperkes are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Sleep, Swim, Play, Chase, Cuddling, Chasing balls, Meeting people, Chewing, Running, Fetch, Snuggle time, Walking, Walk, Dog Parks, Cuddles, Playdate, Tug-of-war, Play ball, Car rides, Catch treats, Playing, Beach, Boat ride, Eating Snacks

Walks, "Love fests", More walks, Sniffing, Training, Play, Walk

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

In general most Chonzers usually need at least 120 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 Schipperkes 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.

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

The Schipperke has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 25-35 pound (11 - 16 kg) Chonzer 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.

For an average 12-16 pound (5 - 7 kg) Schipperke feed 0.8 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 Chonzer is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Schipperke is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Chonzer 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.

The average per month expenses of a Schipperke 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 Chonzer is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Schipperkes can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

Schipperkes are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

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

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

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

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

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