Bowzer

​United States

Miniature Schnauzer, Basset Hound

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

1990s

Hazel
Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Silver
Cream
Brindle
Brown
White

The coat of a Bowzer falls in the medium length category.

Wiry

6-8 puppies per pregnancy

A Bowzer can have a litter of 6-8 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.

Bowzers are known for their adaptability and versatility, they are capable of adapting well to a wide range of lifestyle changes and living environments. They are a highly adaptable breed, and make great companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

The Bowzer is generally considered to be healthy. However, like all breeds, they are susceptible to certain health issues and it is important to keep an eye out for them and address them with your veterinarian as needed.

Bloat
Megaesophagus
Thrombopathia

Patellar Luxation
Eye Problems
Von Willebrand's Disease

Hip Dysplasia

X-Rays
CT Scan
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Contrast Studies
Radiography

Bowzers are known for their high energy levels, so if you're looking for a more low-key dog, this breed may not be the best choice.

Bowzer have above average social needs compared to other breeds.They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

The Bowzer dog requires a moderate amount of physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. These breeds are ideal for people who have a moderate amount of time to devote to their pet and enjoy regular physical activity themselves. They also make great family pets as they have the energy to keep up with children and the temperament to be great companions.

The Bowzer breed is known for its moderate energy levels and normal sleep patterns, typically sleeping around 12-14 hours per day.

Bowzer dogs tends to bark less frequently than most other dogs. They tend to be quieter and less vocal than other breeds. They may only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner of something or to communicate something. They do not bark excessively, and may not bark as much as other dogs in certain situations, such as when they are left alone.

High

Bowzers 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.

9 miles / week

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

60 minutes

In general most Bowzers 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 Bowzer is a breed of dog that requires an average amount of grooming effort.

Daily

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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Nail Clipper

3 cups

For an average 25-50 pound (11 - 23 kg) Bowzer feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

$1.70 - $2.00 / day

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

$48 - $63 / month

The average per month expenses of a Bowzer 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.

Bowzers has average obedience intelligence. But, they're also independent thinkers. The Bowzer is a breed with an exceptionally high IQ and may get into mischief if left to their own devices.

This dog breed is more sensitive than others and easily overwhelmed by new surroundings and people. They need gentle handling and a calm, stable home environment with positive reinforcement training.

It's not recommended to keep the Bowzer in an apartment, but this breed make good apartment dogs as long as they get to spend a good amount of time outside of the apartment. Bowzers living in apartments will need plenty of physical exercise and stimulation throughout the day to remain happy and well-behaved.

A Bowzers typical characteristics indicate that this breed of dog is an ideal companion for kids and makes them family pets. Their gentle and protective nature and calm mentality make them gel along quickly with the younger humans

Bowzers are one of the best dogs for cats. They're accept cats readily as part of the family. However, this dog breed should be trained to not chase after the kitty early on

Bowzers are friendly, active and loyal companions. They generally love to be around other dogs, making them a good family pet for some,

Bowzers are friendly dogs and won't commonly bark at strangers. However, if you wish to change this, training them is easy. With their intelligence, teaching this breed to do anything is pretty simple.

Bowzers have an average level of playfulness. The Bowzers, like other dogs, like to play. But they are not the most playful dog breed.

Bowzer dogs are known for their ease of training and ability to learn quickly, making them a popular choice for pet owners and trainers alike.