Schnoodle 

     

A Schnoodle is a cross between a Schnauzer and a Poodle. Like other designer dogs  they are becoming increasingly popular because of their non-shedding fur - a real plus for allergic dog lovers! A reliable breeder will make sure that the Schnauzer and Poodle being crossed are of roughly the same size to prevent problems with stature. The puppy can inherit the coat characteristics of either parent: that is, they may be course and wiry haired like the Schnauzer, or soft haired like the Poodle, or anything in between! Schnoodles can be found in black, white, brown, grey or apricot coloring.Throughout history, few dog breeds have soared to international fame and popularity as swiftly as the adorable Schnoodle. Internet exposure and media attention have created a swell of enthusiasts and a rush of new breeders around the world. Some have established conscientious breeding programs while others are making inaccurate claims which can be confusing.

 

Temperament Schnoodles are very intelligent and easy to train. They love to be with people and are happy and loving. The smaller varieties make good lap dogs. Demanding and delightful; very amusing and clever. Energetic, affectionate, and obedient. Playful and alert. Schnoodles make good companions and family pets. Schnoodles are bred with particular attention to exceptional personalities and careful selection of both parents after a complete evaluation of health and temperament and coat type.
The best way to estimate the temperament of a Schnoodle is to look up both breeds and know that you can have a wonderful mix of any of the characteristics or traits.

 

Appearance   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.

 

The     best Schnoodles mix the intelligence of the Poodle with the devotion of the Schnauzer, and are easily trainable. They make excellent companion dogs and enjoy learning tricks, playing games etc. If a Schnoodle gets over-excited it may start a "Schnoodle Zoom" - charging around the edges of a room at top speed! They are energetic, playful and affectionate. Early socialisation is important to prevent the dogs becoming overly aggressive and territorial.

 

Ears and tail A Schnoodle's ears are left naturally. They may have a longer ear flap that lays closer to it's head and hangs down ( like that of it's Poodle parent) or it may have a shorter ear that stands upright at the base and folds over midway toward the front (like the natural ears of it's Schnauzer parent.) Most breeders dock their Schnoodles tails for hygiene purposes. They are usually docked to the length of a Schnauzer. Some Standard Schnoodles are seen with their tail left naturally long. This is left entirely up to the breeder to do this. A family can consult with their breeder on which they would prefer their puppy to have. Coat Schnoodle will have a great combination of both parents which would be long, thick and wavy. Their coats can come in many colors such as black, white, apricot, chocolate, black w/ white markings, wheaten, sable, "Parti" (white with large patches of color) and also several shades of "Phantoms" ( darker body coloring with lighter legs and markings such as those of the Doberman breed.)

 

 

Schnoodles vary in size depending on their parents - the smallest being the result of a cross between a Toy Poodle and a Miniature Schnauzer (a "toy schnoodle"). The most popular is the cross between a Miniature Poodle and a Miniature Schnauzer. Mixing a Standard Poodle and a Standard or Giant Schnauzer results in a very large Schnoodle - a dog which needs a lot of exercise and should not be taken on lightly.

 

Your Schnoodle   should be brushed weekly and groomed properly every 2-3 months to prevent matting. Hair should be removed from within the ears at this grooming session (or by your vet) to prevent ear infections.

 

Faults **  Any departure from the foregoing points should be considered a fault and the seriousnes with which the fault should be regarded should be exact proportion to its degree.

Note ***  Male animals should have two apparently normal testicles fully decended into the scrotum.

 

 

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