Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Devoted
Lively
Going
Trainable
Good-natured
Cheerful

Alert
Fearless
Protective
Devoted
Good-natured
Selfish
Confidence

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

Greater Swiss Mountains shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Schnauzer, Corgi

Roman Mastiff

Unknown

Ancient Times

Blue
Brown
Amber

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Gray
Fawn
White
Black

Black
Brown
White

Wiry

Straight

A Schnorgi 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 Greater Swiss Mountain can have a litter of 10-12 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.

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

Greater Swiss Mountains have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

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

Glaucoma
Hip Dysplasia

Gastric Torsion
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans

Progressive Retinal Atrophy

Distichiasis

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Ultrasound
Radiographs
Ophthalmologic Examination
Electroretinogram

Eye
Hip
Elbow
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Schnorgis sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Greater Swiss Mountains are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Playing, Cuddling, Car rides

Eating Snacks, Rough Housing, Play, Nap, Sniffing, Walk, Hike, Training, Tug-of-war, Case

Schnorgis 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.

Greater Swiss Mountains 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Schnorgi, it's at least 8 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 Greater Swiss Mountain, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

Schnorgis 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 Greater Swiss Mountain is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

Greater Swiss Mountain 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

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 15-35 pound (7 - 16 kg) Schnorgi 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 115-140 pound (52 - 64 kg) Greater Swiss Mountain feed 4.5 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 Schnorgi is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Greater Swiss Mountain is somewhere $4.20 - $4.90 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Schnorgi 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 Greater Swiss Mountain is between $126 - $147. This makes an average of $1512 - $1764 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 Schnorgi is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

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

Greater Swiss Mountains are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Greater Swiss Mountains are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

Greater Swiss Mountains have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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

Greater Swiss Mountains are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.