Unfortunately, the Russian Toy 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 Wauzers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Active
Loyal
Protective
Cheerful
Playful

Playful
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Devoted
Lively
Trainable
Good-natured

Russian Toys are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Standard Wauzers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

English Toy Terrier, Toy Spaniel

Standard Schnauzer, Westie

20th Century

Unknown

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

Black
Blue
Brown
Red
Sable

Black
Brindle
Gray
White
Silver
Red

Russian Toys have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Standard Wauzers have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wiry

A Russian Toy can have a litter of 11-13 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 Wauzer 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.

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

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

Patellar Luxation

Patellar Luxation
Von Willebrand's Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Craniomandibular Osteopathy (Lion Jaw)
Myotonia Congenita

Heart Conditions

Eye Problems

OFA
Physical Examination
Cardiac Test

X-Rays
Full Physical Examination
DNA for VWD

Russian Toys are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Russian Toys 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.

Standard Wauzers 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 Russian Toy, it's at least 6 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 Standard Wauzer, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Russian Toys 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 Wauzers 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 Russian Toy has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Standard Wauzers have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 3-6 pound (1 - 3 kg) Russian Toy feed 0.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 25-30 pound (11 - 14 kg) Standard Wauzer 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.

The average cost of a Russian Toy is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Russian Toy 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 Wauzer is between $35 - $45. This makes an average of $420 - $540 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 Russian Toy is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Standard Wauzers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

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

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

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

Russian Toys are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Russian Toys are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

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

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