Schnoodle
USD 600-800 Price Avg.
Designer Dogs
Group
Cross Breed
Breed Type
Large, Medium
Size
10-15 years
Lifespan
Breed Information
| Group | Designer Dogs |
|---|---|
| Popularity/Rank | 591 |
| Origin | United States |
| Other Names | Cross between the Poodle and the Schnauzer. |
| Breed Type | Cross Breed |
| Price (Avg.) | USD 600-800 |
| Size | Large, Medium |
| Weight | 20-75 pounds (9-34 kg) |
| Height | 10-15 inches (25-38 cm) |
| Lifespan | 10-15 years |
| Recognized by |
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. And Not recognized by FCI. |
| Purpose | Companion |
| Date of Origin | 1980 |
| Ancestry | Poodle, Schnauzer |
Appearance & Maintenance
| Coat | Curly, It depends on the parent's genetic., Soft, Wavy, Wiry |
|---|---|
| Coat Colors | Apricot, Black, Black & Tan, Black & White, Brown, Gray, Sable, Silver, White |
| Grooming Level | |
| Shedding Level | |
| Eye Color Possibilities | Brown, Hazel |
| Nose Color Possibilities | Black, Brown |
| Coat Color Possibilities | Black, Brown, Gray, Sable, White |
| Coat Length | Medium |
| Coat Density | Normal |
| Coat Texture | Wiry |
| Recommended Brushes | Clipper, Comb, Nail Clipper, Scissors |
| Brushing Frequency | Weekly |
Breed Characteristics
| Temperament | Active, Aware, Defensive, Intelligent, Loyal, Playful, Protective, Smart, Sportive, Watchful |
|---|---|
| Intelligent | |
| Trainability | |
| Playfulness | |
| Sensitivity Level | |
| Affection Level | |
| Social Interaction Required | |
| Barking | |
| Watchdog Ability | |
| Territorial | |
| Biting Force | Low |
| Mouthiness | |
| Impulse to Wander or Roam | |
| Prey Drive | |
| Adaptability | |
| Tolerates Being Left Alone | |
| Fighting Dog | Not really |
Good & Friendly with
| Apartment Life Friendly | |
|---|---|
| Stranger Friendly | |
| Kid-Friendly | |
| Cat Friendly | |
| Dog Friendly | |
| Office Friendly | No |
| Senior Citizens Friendly | |
| Pet Friendly | |
| Friendly with First Time Owners | No |
| Service Dog | Not really |
| Therapy Dog | Yes |
| Detection, Sniffer or Security Dog | Not really |
| Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) | Not really |
| Boat Dog | Not really |
| Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog | Not really |
Health Elements
| Health Issues | |
|---|---|
| Health Problems | Addison's Disease, Cataracts, Diabetes, Epilepsy, Gastric Torsion, Legg-perthes Disease, Patellar Luxation, Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) |
| Hypoallergenic | No |
| Energy Level | |
| Exercise Required | |
| Sleeping Required | |
| Weight Gain Potential | |
| Weather & Climate | Prefers average to warm weather conditions |
| Stinkiness | Low |
| Drooling tendency | |
| Activity Level | High |
| Rec. Walk Mileage Per Week | 7 miles |
| Minutes of Activity Per Day | 60 minutes |
Food & Costing
| Avg. Daily Food | 2 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
|---|---|
| Cups Per Day | 2.5 cups |
| Daily Cost | $1.20 - $1.40 |
| Monthly Cost | $34.00 - $45.00 |
Reproducibility
| Gestation Duration | 60-64 days |
|---|---|
| How often can the Schnoodle have a litter? | Once a year. |
| Litter Size | 3-6 puppies (Once a year.) |
Description
The Schnoodle is a hybrid breed of dog that is a cross between the Schnauzer and the Poodle. This breed has become increasingly popular in recent years due to its intelligence, loyalty, and affectionate nature. The Schnoodle is an excellent family pet and can be easily trained to obey commands.
Appearance: The Schnoodle has a unique look that combines the features of both its parent breeds. It typically has a long muzzle, floppy ears, and a curly coat that can range from wiry to soft. Its coat color can vary from white to black or any combination of colors in between.
Lifespan, Size, Weight: The average lifespan of the Schnoodle is 12-15 years with some living up to 20 years old. They typically weigh between 10-20 pounds and stand at about 12-14 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Colors: The most common colors for this breed are black, white, gray, brown, cream or apricot but they can also come in other colors such as red or silver depending on their parentage.
Personality: The Schnoodle is an intelligent and loyal dog that loves being around people and other animals alike. They are very affectionate towards their owners and enjoy spending time with them playing games or just cuddling up for some quality time together. They are also known for being quite independent which makes them great companions for those who don’t have much time to dedicate to training their pet but still want an obedient pup!
Friendliness: When it comes to other dogs or animals they tend to be quite friendly as long as they have been properly socialized from an early age; however they may not always get along with larger dogs due to their small size so it’s important that you introduce them slowly if you plan on having multiple pets in your home! As far as children go they tend to be very gentle around them making them great family pets; however it’s important that you supervise any interactions between your pup and young children just like you would with any other pet!
Temperament: The temperament of this breed tends to be quite calm yet alert which makes them great watchdogs without being overly aggressive towards strangers; however if not properly trained they may become territorial so it’s important that you start training your pup early on!
Health: Generally speaking this breed tends not suffer from many health issues but there are some conditions such as hip dysplasia which may affect certain individuals so it’s important that you keep an eye out for any signs of discomfort or pain in your pup! Additionally regular vet checkups should be done throughout their life span just like with any other pet!
Adaptability Level & Benefits As Pets : This breed does well in both urban environments as well as rural ones making them great companions no matter where you live; additionally since they don’t require too much exercise they make excellent apartment pets too! Furthermore since these pups love spending time with people they make wonderful therapy dogs providing comfort and companionship wherever needed! All in all these pups make wonderful additions to any family looking for a loyal companion who will love unconditionally no matter what life throws at them!
History
The Schnoodle is a hybrid dog breed that is a cross between the Poodle and the Schnauzer. The breed originated in the United States in the 1980s. The Schnoodle was bred to be a hypoallergenic dog breed that would not shed. The Schnoodle is a popular choice for people with allergies to dogs.
The Schnoodle was almost extinct in the early 2000s. The breed became popular again in the 2010s. The ancestry of the Schnoodle is unknown. The breed is recognized by the American Kennel Club and the United Kennel Club.
The Schnoodle is a cross between the Poodle and the Schnauzer. The breed originated in America in the 1980’s as people were looking for a hypoallergenic dog that did not shed its hair. This made them ideal for people who were allergic to dogs but wanted to own one anyway. Unfortunately, by early 2000’s, their popularity had waned and they were close to becoming extinct until they had a resurgence in popularity in 2010’s.
Schnoodles are recognized by both major kennel clubs in America: The American Kennel Club (AKC) and United Kennel Club (UKC). In order to be recognized by either of these organizations, a certain number of these dogs must be registered with them every year and there must be an active breeding population of them within North America.
The ancestry of most hybrid or “designer” dogs is often unknown as their origins are usually many generations back and difficult to trace but we do know that the Schnoodle’s parents are the Poodle and Schnauzer. Beyond that, there isn’t much else known about this particular dog’s history except that they were bred specifically for people with allergies who still wanted to own a dog companion without all of the sneezing fits!
