Dignified
Powerful
Intelligent
Dominant
Patient
Loyal
Tempered
Kind
Sweet
Strong
Willed
Generous
Thoughtful

Playful
Agile
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Obedient
Quick
Lively
Gentle
Bright
Sturdy

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

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

Irish Wolfhound, Giant Schnauzer

Shetland Sheepdog and Keeshond

Unknown

2000's

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown
Isabella

Black
Blue
Brindle
Cream
Gray
Red
Silver
White

Black
Gray
Cream
Brown
White

Giant Irish Wolf Schnauzers have medium-length coats.

Sheltie-Kees are known for their coat length.

Wiry

Straight

A Giant Irish Wolf Schnauzer can have a litter of 5-8 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 Sheltie-Kee can have a litter of 3-8 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.

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

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

The Giant Irish Wolf Schnauzer breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

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

Osteosarcoma
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Bloat

Deafness
Hip Dysplasia
Dermatomyositis
Von Willebrand's Disease
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)

Urolithiasis
Portosystemic Shunt
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)

Diabetes
Microphthalmia
Tetralogy of Fallot
Cryptorchidism
Idiopathic Epilepsy
Eye Conditions

Biopsy
X-ray imaging
Electrocardiogram
Urine Tests

Hip X-Rays
Dna For Pra
Blood Tests
Eye and Ear Examination
DNA for VWD

Giant Irish Wolf Schnauzer has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Sheltie-Kee has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Giant Irish Wolf Schnauzers have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Sheltie-Kees sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Giant 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.

Sheltie-Kees 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 Giant 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 Sheltie-Kee, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Giant Irish Wolf Schnauzers usually need at least 90 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 Sheltie-Kees 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.

The Giant Irish Wolf Schnauzer requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Giant Irish Wolf Schnauzer 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

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

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 85-150 pound (39 - 68 kg) Giant Irish Wolf Schnauzer feed 4 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 25-45 pound (11 - 20 kg) Sheltie-Kee feed 2 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 Giant Irish Wolf Schnauzer is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average cost of a Sheltie-Kee is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Giant Irish Wolf Schnauzer is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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 Sheltie-Kee 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 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.

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

Sheltie-Kees are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Giant Irish Wolf Schnauzers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Sheltie-Kees are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Giant Irish Wolf Schnauzers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Sheltie-Kees are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Giant Irish Wolf Schnauzers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Sheltie-Kees are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.