Does anyone have or know someone who owns a mini schnoodle?

Question

I am thinking about getting this kind of dog and was wondering if anyone has one. If so, how are they as a pet?

Answer 1

I do not personally own one, but here are some info regarding their temperament.

The schnoodle mixes the intellect of the Poodle with the companionship and devotion of the Schnauzer. Schnoodles are very astute. They may, for example, react very strongly when the owner simply glances to the floor for his or her shoes, or the sound of the clanking of car keys; the dog knows that this can be a precursor to the owner leaving the home on some errand. This intelligence (which can range from introspective and analytical, to raw and instinctual depending on the specific dog), coupled with the terrier desire to please the owner, makes most schnoodles easily trainable.

Schnoodles are excellent companion animals for home or apartment dwellers. They are very smart animals and enjoy having the opportunity to use their intelligence by learning tricks, playing games and participating in agility training. Schnoodles are very affectionate. They are energetic and playful, but this energy can be easily tamed through throwing a ball or going for a walk. Schnoodles are known for the "Schnoodle zoom" or "Schnoodle 500", wherein they run around the perimeter of rooms at very high speeds. Schnoodles can be very athletic and make good companions for runners looking for a smaller dog, but they do not require running miles a day to keep them calm.

It is very important to start early socialization with both people and other dogs as each the Poodle and the Schnauzer can develop traits of shyness or aggressiveness if they are not exposed to other animals and people while they are young. In particular, Schnoodles can become very territorial and distrusting of other dogs. Joining a puppy class or creating an environment where the Schnoodle can develop trust in others will ensure a very sociable pet.

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A Schnoodle is a Poodle hybrid that is a cross-breed of a Poodle and a Schnauzer.

Breeding and Adoption
Schnoodles have become more popular as individuals are looking for companion animals that are hypoallergenic, train easily and want to reduce the chances of developing the health issues associated with the pure breed because of hybrid vigour. This popularity of Schnoodles and other mixed dogs has led to a rise in puppy mills selling the breed. This issue is perpetuated by the lack of recognition of the breed by the leading kennel clubs. Before considering a purchase of any puppy, research the breeder to ensure they are providing their dogs and puppy a safe and healthy environment.

Schnoodle breeders are mindful to cross Schnauzers and Poodles of roughly the same size and build when breeding schnoodles. Should inappropriately matched parents give birth, the offspring may have disproportionate geometry (squat legs, short stature, disproportionate head size, and so forth).

A schnoodle is only correctly a true schnoodle when it is the offspring of a bona fide Poodle and Schnauzer. Properly speaking, the offspring of a schnoodle and any other dog (including another schnoodle) is a mongrel. [citation needed]

In many areas of the country, and due to demand, individual breeders who normally specialize in high quality pure-bred Schnauzers (for example) will stable a female Poodle (for example) for the specific purpose of breeding high-quality schnoodles between litters of Schnauzers. When purchased directly from a high quality breeder with parents on site, a high quality schnoodle will often sell in the $600 to $1000 range.

Appearance and Care
A puppy can take on the coat characteristics of either breed, such as developing the rough and coarse/wiry hair of the Schnauzer, the softer hair of the Poodle, or any intermediary coat. Some schnoodles develop coarser Schnauzer-like hair on certain parts of the body (most notably the back) with other softer Poodle-like areas. On most schnoodles, the hair on the top of the head is soft to the touch (like a Poodle's) in the adult. Schnoodle colors include black, white, brown, grey and apricot. Multi-colored dogs can include "phantom," which takes on the coloring of a doberman, black & white, sable or parti.

Schnoodles are considered a hypoallergenic dog breed. Their fur does not shed like other breeds, but grows more like human hair. This requires weekly brushing and grooming every 2 to 3 months to ensure matting does not become an issue. There is no certain "breed" cut for a schnoodle; most dogs receive a general groom (with, say, a #7 shears) with rounded or squared-off (for a more terrieresque look) semi-long hair left on the face.

Like poodles, some schnoodles will develop a large amount of in-the-ear hair. This must be removed by a vet or groomer to prevent fairly persistent ear infections that result. Like both the poodle and schnauzer, the schnoodle may require expression of the anal glands a couple times per year; your vet or groomer will perform this service.

Size
The size of a Schnoodle can vary according to the size of the parents. One of the more popular crosses is the Miniature Poodle with the Miniature Schnauzer, which usually range in the 11 - 16 pound range. This is typically the size implied when an owner speaks of a "schnoodle". For a smaller dog, a Toy Poodle can be mixed with the Miniature Schnauzer (resulting in a "toy schnoodle"). The breed can also be very large as Standard Poodles are mixed with Standard and Giant Schnauzers ("standard" and "giant" schnoodles respectively). The larger schnoodles (like Giant Schnauzers) are complex and active dogs not suitable for everyone.

Answer 2

My dad has one and they are great loyal pets but they sure do bark alot and at nothing! Her name is mitzy and don't get me wrong - I love her to death but she barks way more than any dog I have ever seen. I can be at my dad's house for a whole hour and she can be sitting in my lap and then all of a sudden stand up and start barking right in my face! LOL

Answer 3

My first dog was a schnoodle, my mom let me buy her when I was 10, she lived until she was 14. VERY good dog. She was very easy to housebreak and to train in general, she loved attention and was very good with my parents dogs.

Answer 4

I had one all while I was growing up. Pebbles was a great dog. Protector, friend, and great companion. She was the cutest little thing and loved to be loved. Very good with small children and always willing to eat the liver my mom used to make us kids for dinner.

Answer 5

wonderful pet, a little hard training, but with love and patience and determination on my sons part, "Snicker Doodle" is a big part (in a little body)of the family.

Answer 6

i have one it never shuts up.we've had the cops on us twice cause it wouldnt keep quite during the night and belive me we tried to shut it up by taking it to a trainer. that didnt work.$200 down the drain.

Answer 7

Yes, they are great pets

Answer 8

yep MINE IS ADORABLE!!!! she is kind and sweet..... and she is a brown little cute ball of fluffyness!!!! u should get one but get them as a pup cuz u need to teach them to not chew on things .... lol .....

Answer 9

nope....do not trust animals......when they go mad, they go mad big time.......i rather spend all that money in feedin the poor than some stupid crazy pet that shuld be in the jungle bein chased by the lions.

Answer 10

pulled one out of my nose yesterday. got rid of it.