Schnoodle
Breed: Schnoodle (Schnauzer x Poodle)
Temperament: Smart, trainable and potentially active family dog
Approx. Size: 30 – 40cm at the withers
Weight: 4-10kg
Lifespan: 12-14 years
Maintenance: Medium
Recommended for: Families or singles, younger or elderly
Temperament: Smart, trainable and potentially active family dog
Approx. Size: 30 – 40cm at the withers
Weight: 4-10kg
Lifespan: 12-14 years
Maintenance: Medium
Recommended for: Families or singles, younger or elderly
Colours and coat types
Schnoodles come in a wide range of colours, though are more commonly seen in darker colours. Colours generally available include black, salt and pepper, phantom, varying shades of silver/grey and can have varying tones throughout the coat. The texture can vary from coarse and straight, to curly, soft and wavy.
Personality, characteristics and temperament
The Schnoodle is incredibly smart and loyal, being bred from a Schnauzer and a Poodle - these are traits that are inherited from both breeds. The Poodle and the Schnauzer are intelligent, alert and affectionate, fitting the criteria for many pet owners. Appropriate for a wide demographic, the Schnoodle is also adaptable and can suit apartment, suburban or country living. They will require a daily walk or playful game to keep their mind and body fit, as all dogs do, and have a lot of potential. The Schnoodle can be a comfortable house and lap dog, but also has the ability for agility trials and canine sports.
Fun loving and affectionate, the Schnoodle can also make a good therapy dog. The sweet and calm disposition of the well trained Schnoodle is comforting, and very therapeutic indeed. Energetic at play time, the Schnoodle maintains is gentle nature, and adores attention. Friendly and out going, the Schnoodle loves to make friends when out and about, though can be protective of their owner and family - making good little watch dogs. The Schnoodle's have a great personality, and this eager to please dog is willing to learn. Consistency is key, the Schnoodle is a fast learner.
Grooming your Schnoodle
The Schnoodle coat type can vary, but those with the longer wavy and curly coat types will require clipping, for the hair they do not shed. Grooming will be required regularly, for Schnoodles who a kept clipped back they will not require frequent brushing, though for Schnoodles who are not clipped back - will require brushing several times a week to avoid knots and matting.
Training your Schnoodle
Training the Schnoodle can be fun, given the intelligence and willing to learn. Offer rewards to your pup in the form of treats, praise and toys - to keep them focused and positive. Early training and socialisation is key, and puppy preschool will be beneficial for your dog, yourself and will also familiarise your puppy with the vet, in a positive way. The Schnoodle ha great potential, and is fun to train. A fast learner, make sure you begin training early - to give your canine companion the best possible start
Schnoodles come in a wide range of colours, though are more commonly seen in darker colours. Colours generally available include black, salt and pepper, phantom, varying shades of silver/grey and can have varying tones throughout the coat. The texture can vary from coarse and straight, to curly, soft and wavy.
Personality, characteristics and temperament
The Schnoodle is incredibly smart and loyal, being bred from a Schnauzer and a Poodle - these are traits that are inherited from both breeds. The Poodle and the Schnauzer are intelligent, alert and affectionate, fitting the criteria for many pet owners. Appropriate for a wide demographic, the Schnoodle is also adaptable and can suit apartment, suburban or country living. They will require a daily walk or playful game to keep their mind and body fit, as all dogs do, and have a lot of potential. The Schnoodle can be a comfortable house and lap dog, but also has the ability for agility trials and canine sports.
Fun loving and affectionate, the Schnoodle can also make a good therapy dog. The sweet and calm disposition of the well trained Schnoodle is comforting, and very therapeutic indeed. Energetic at play time, the Schnoodle maintains is gentle nature, and adores attention. Friendly and out going, the Schnoodle loves to make friends when out and about, though can be protective of their owner and family - making good little watch dogs. The Schnoodle's have a great personality, and this eager to please dog is willing to learn. Consistency is key, the Schnoodle is a fast learner.
Grooming your Schnoodle
The Schnoodle coat type can vary, but those with the longer wavy and curly coat types will require clipping, for the hair they do not shed. Grooming will be required regularly, for Schnoodles who a kept clipped back they will not require frequent brushing, though for Schnoodles who are not clipped back - will require brushing several times a week to avoid knots and matting.
Training your Schnoodle
Training the Schnoodle can be fun, given the intelligence and willing to learn. Offer rewards to your pup in the form of treats, praise and toys - to keep them focused and positive. Early training and socialisation is key, and puppy preschool will be beneficial for your dog, yourself and will also familiarise your puppy with the vet, in a positive way. The Schnoodle ha great potential, and is fun to train. A fast learner, make sure you begin training early - to give your canine companion the best possible start