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

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

Playful
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Quick
Devoted
Lively
Going
Cheerful

Playful
Loving
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Devoted
Lively
Inquisitive
Trainable
Good-natured

United States

United States

Chihuahua, Corgi

Rat Terrier, Standard Schnauzer

Brown

Blue
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

Black
White
Fawn
Gray
Silver
Brindle

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Silver
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Straight

Wiry

A Chigi can have a litter of 6-7 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 Standard Ratzer 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.

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

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

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

Standard Ratzers are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Patellar Luxation
Glaucoma
Hip Dysplasia
Hypoglycemia
Hypothyroidism
Overactive Tear Glands

Patellar Luxation
Pulmonic Stenosis
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Portosystemic Shunt

Allergies
Dry Skin

Demodectic Mange
Schnauzer Comedo Syndrome
Skin Diseases and Disorders
Eye Conditions (Cataracts, Lens Luxation)

X-Rays
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Blood Work

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Blood And Urine Analysis
Diagnostic Imaging
DNA

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

Standard Ratzers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

In general most Chigis 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.

In general most Standard Ratzers 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.

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

The Standard Ratzer requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Chigi 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, Standard Ratzer should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 15-20 pound (7 - 9 kg) Chigi 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 20-30 pound (9 - 14 kg) Standard Ratzer feed 1.5 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 Chigi is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Standard Ratzer is somewhere $1.70 - $2.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Chigi is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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 Standard Ratzer is between $34 - $67. This makes an average of $408 - $804 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 to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

The Standard Ratzer is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Chigis have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Standard Ratzers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Chigis are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

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

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

Chigis are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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

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