Playful
Dignified
Intelligent
Patient
Loyal
Devoted
Lively
Tempered
Sweet
Trainable
Good-natured
Generous
Thoughtful

Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Devoted
Lively
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Tenacious
Steady
Spirited
Assertive

Standard Irish Wolf Schnauzers are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Lha-Bassets are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

United States

United States

Irish Wolfhound and Standard Schnauzer

Lhasa Apso and Basset Hound

Unknown

2000s

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Fawn
Red
White
Silver

Brindle
Sable
Pied
White
Blue
Fawn
Cream
Red
Brown
Gray
Black

Wiry

Straight

A Standard Irish Wolf 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 Lha-Basset can have a litter of 6-8 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.

Standard Irish Wolf Schnauzers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Lha-Bassets are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Gastric Torsion
Pancreatitis

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Seborrhea
Platelet Dysfunction

Osteosarcoma
Cardiomyopathy
Cataracts
Canine Hip Dysplasia
Bladder Stones
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Liver Shunts

Entropion
Ectropion
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Heart
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Hip and Elbow X-rays
Hip
Blood and Urine Protein Screens

Dna Test For Vwd
Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Ultrasound
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood and Urine Tests
Thyroid Testing

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

Lha-Basset has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Standard Irish Wolf 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.

Lha-Bassets are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Lha-Basset dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Standard Irish Wolf 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 Lha-Basset, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Standard Irish Wolf 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 Lha-Bassets 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.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 50-115 pound (23 - 52 kg) Standard Irish Wolf Schnauzer 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 25-50 pound (11 - 23 kg) Lha-Basset feed 2.5 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 Standard Irish Wolf Schnauzer is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Lha-Basset is somewhere $2.20 - $3.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Standard Irish Wolf Schnauzer is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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 Lha-Basset is between $67 - $101. This makes an average of $804 - $1212 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 and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

Lha-Bassets make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

Lha-Bassets are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

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

Standard Irish Wolf Schnauzers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Lha-Bassets have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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

Lha-Bassets are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.