Schnoodle
From United States, 1980s, developed in response to demand for low-shedding companion dogs.1
At a glance the quick version
Size depends on the parents: toy about 5-10 lb (2.3-4.5 kg), miniature about 10-20 lb (4.5-9 kg), standard 50-70 lb (23-32 kg), giant up to 80 lb (36 kg).
Coat and looks how to spot one
wavy to curly, sometimes straighter; low shedding
Usually a soft coat between wavy and curly, though some are straighter. It grows quickly and sheds little, and many Schnoodles keep a scruffy, teddy-bear look.21
Personality what they are like
A smart, level-headed and loving companion with a playful, humorous streak. Schnoodles can be reserved with strangers at first but warm up quickly, and many are happy lap dogs. They may show a little independent thinking, so consistent training helps.21
Daily activity how busy a day looks
Moderate: daily walks and play, with extras like fetch, dog-park visits or the odd swim. Bigger Schnoodles need more activity than small ones.21
Grooming and care the hands-on bits
Brush several times a week (near-daily is ideal) and book a professional groom every 4 to 8 weeks. Trim nails, brush teeth often and dry the ears after swimming.21
Home where they are happiest
Smaller sizes suit apartments well; larger ones need more room and daily outdoor time.21
Food basics what goes in the bowl
A complete, good-quality food matched to the dog's size and life stage (puppy, adult or senior).2
Company who they like around
Enjoys having company around, whether its owners, children or other pets; good family dogs with proper socialisation.2
The story where it all began
The Schnoodle was developed in the United States in the 1980s by crossing Schnauzers with Poodles, at a time when people were looking for low-shedding family dogs. Because both parent breeds come in several sizes, Schnoodles can be anything from toy-sized to large.12
Fun facts for the dinner table
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Both parents come from working backgrounds: Poodles retrieved ducks, and Schnauzers go back to 15th-century farm dogs that hunted small animals.1
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Schnoodles come in toy, miniature, standard and giant sizes, so one can weigh 5 lb and another 80 lb.1
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The American Canine Hybrid Club recognises the Schnoodle as a hybrid.2
Recognised by the official bits
- American Canine Hybrid Club
- Recognised as a hybrid.2
- American Kennel Club
- Not recognised as a breed.1
The care rhythm Furry Diary remembers it for you
A typical home-care rhythm for a Schnoodle. It is our own starting plan, not a vet's advice, and you can change every line in the app.
- Brushingevery week
- Bathevery 8 weeks
- Nail trimSooner if you hear clicking on the floorevery month
- Ear checkevery 2 weeks
- Teeth brushingDaily brushing is idealevery 2 days
- ExerciseDaily walks and playevery day
- Flea, tick and worm protectionSchedule as your vet recommendsas your vet recommends
- Vet check-upevery year
Parents and lookalikes
Miniature Schnauzer
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- Daily Paws: Schnoodle dailypaws.comused for origin, history, weights by size, lifespan, coat, temperament, exercise, grooming, fun facts
- PetMD: Schnoodle petmd.comused for sizes, weight, lifespan, coat, colours, temperament, exercise, grooming, diet, social needs, recognition
Checked 2026-10-01. Text is written in our own words from these sources.