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

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

Playful
Independent
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Affectionate
Quick
Gentle
Selfish
Cheerful

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

Bichon Frise, Scottish Terrier

Irish Wolfhound, Giant Schnauzer

2009

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Gray
Cream

Black
Blue
Brindle
Cream
Gray
Red
Silver
White

Scotchons are known for their coat length.

Giant Irish Wolf Schnauzers have medium-length coats.

A Scotchon can have a litter of 2-5 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 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.

Scotchons typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

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.

Patellar Luxation
Scottie Cramp
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia

Osteosarcoma
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Bloat

Allergies
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bladder Stones

Urolithiasis
Portosystemic Shunt
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)

Skin Evaluation
Eye examination
Blood Count
Allergy Testing
DNA for VWD

Biopsy
X-ray imaging
Electrocardiogram
Urine Tests

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

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

Playing tag, Cuddles, Walks

Run

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Scotchon, it's at least 7 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 Giant Irish Wolf Schnauzer, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Scotchons usually need at least 40 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 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.

Scotchons 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.

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

Slicker Brush
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 16-25 pound (7 - 11 kg) Scotchon feed 1 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 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.

The average cost of a Scotchon is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Giant Irish Wolf Schnauzer is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Scotchon 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 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.

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

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

Scotchons are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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