Differences and Similarities between the Affenpinscher and the Schnoodle.

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Affenpinscher versus Schnoodle

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Affenpinscher Versus Schnoodle: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Affenpinscher and the Schnoodle? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Affenpinscher and the Schnoodle better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Affenpinscher and the Schnoodle.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Affenpinscher and the Schnoodle is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Affenpinscher and for the Schnoodle. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Affenpinscher and the Schnoodle.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Affenpinscher or the Schnoodle

Affenpinscher versus Schnoodle: Overview

A very important difference between the Affenpinscher and the Schnoodle is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Affenpinscher is a tiny-sized dog while the Schnoodle is a large-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Affenpinscher belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.

On the other hand, the Schnoodle belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offsprings of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds..

Affenpinscher versus Schnoodle: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Affenpinscher to the Schnoodle based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Factor Affenpinscher Schnoodle
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Kid-Friendly 1/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 5/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 12 to 14 years 10 to 15 years
Easy To Train 2/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 3/5
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 2/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 3/5
General Health 4/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 4/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Weight 7 to 9 pounds 20 to 75 pounds
Height 9 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder 10 to 26 inches tall at the shoulder
Average Lifespan 13.0 years 12.5 years
Average Price $2220 $1720
Price Range $500 – $1962 $1250 – $2000
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Legg-Calve-Perthes
  • Patellar Luxation
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    *Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Affenpinscher in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Schnoodle. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for a Affenpinscher is 83 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Schnoodle is 84 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Schnoodle is a better pet than the Affenpinscher. So, you should get the Schnoodle!

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Affenpinscher and the Schnoodle so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Affenpinscher and the Schnoodle

    Below is a list of where the Affenpinscher and the Schnoodle are most different:

  • Affenpinschers do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly. However, Schnoodles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    • The Similarities Between the Affenpinscher and the Schnoodle

    The Affenpinscher and the Schnoodle are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Affenpinscher and the Schnoodle are most similar:

  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Schnoodle do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Schnoodle do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Schnoodle do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Schnoodle are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Schnoodle do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Schnoodle are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Schnoodle get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Schnoodle are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Schnoodle are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Schnoodle are prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Schnoodle have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Schnoodle are very playful.
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Schnoodle are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Affenpinscher versus Schnoodle

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Affenpinscher and the Schnoodle.

    Affenpinschers weigh 7 to 9 pounds when fully grown. Affenpinschers are 9 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Schnoodles weigh 20 to 75 pounds when fully grown. Schnoodles are 10 to 26 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Price of Affenpinscher versus Price of Schnoodle

    The average price of the Affenpinscher puppy is $2220. The price of the Affenpinscher typically ranges from $500 – $1962. However, the price of a Affenpinscher can be as low as $150 and as high as $10000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 8 Affenpinscher puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Schnoodle puppy is $1720. The price of the Schnoodle typically ranges from $1250 – $2000. However, the price of a Schnoodle can be as low as $750 and as high as $5535. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 225 Schnoodle puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Affenpinscher is more expensive than the Schnoodle.

    Affenpinscher Schnoodle
    Average Price $2220 $1720
    Price Range $500 to $1962 $1250 to $2000

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Affenpinscher and Schnoodle. For different price points, the charts show how many Affenpinscher puppies or how many Schnoodle puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Affenpinschers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Affenpinschers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Schnoodles

    A breakdown of the prices of Schnoodles

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Affenpinscher puppy or the Schnoodle puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.

    Nevertheless, when looking from a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from one of those puppy mills that mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.

    You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.

    Adopting the Affenpinscher versus Adopting the Schnoodle

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Affenpinschers and many Schnoodles are currently available for adoption.

    These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.

    Below is an adorable Male Affenpinscher named Topper that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Affenpinschers like Topper on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Affenpinschers, Schnoodles are also available for adoption. For example, Prince is a Male Schnoodle that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Schnoodles like Prince that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Affenpinscher and the Schnoodle can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Rio is the name of another Affenpinscher (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.

    You can find more Affenpinschers and Schnoodles that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Affenpinscher versus Schnoodle

    Affenpinschers do not like to be left alone.

    Schnoodles do not like to be left alone.

    How Kid-friendly are Affenpinschers and Schnoodles?

    Affenpinschers do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

    Schnoodles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Do Affenpinschers shed more than Schnoodles?

    Affenpinschers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Schnoodles do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Affenpinscher or the Schnoodle

    Affenpinschers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Schnoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Is the Affenpinscher Easier to Train than the Schnoodle?

    Affenpinschers are not easy to train.

    Schnoodles are very easy to train.

    Do Affenpinschers Bark and Howl? What about Schnoodles?

    Affenpinschers are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Schnoodles are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Wanderlust Potential: Affenpinscher vs. Schnoodle

    Affenpinschers do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Schnoodles have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Affenpinschers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Schnoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Affenpinschers can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Schnoodles cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Can Affenpinschers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Schnoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Affenpinschers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Schnoodles can tolerate hot weather.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Affenpinscher or the Schnoodle?

    Affenpinschers are moderately easy to groom.

    Schnoodles are very easy to groom.

    Does the Affenpinscher Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Schnoodle?

    Affenpinschers have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Schnoodles have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Affenpinscher or the Schnoodle?

    Affenpinschers are very good for new dog owners.

    Schnoodles are very good for new dog owners.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Affenpinscher or the Schnoodle?

    Affenpinschers get along very well with other dogs.

    Schnoodles get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Is the Affenpinscher Better for Apartment Owners than the Schnoodle?

    Affenpinschers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Schnoodles adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Are Affenpinschers good family dogs? What about Schnoodles?

    Affenpinschers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Schnoodles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Affenpinscher

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Schnoodle that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Schnoodle:

  • Bordoodle (79 percent match with Schnoodle). Here is our comparison of the Affenpinscher vs Bordoodle.
  • Cockalier (78 percent match with Schnoodle). Here is our comparison of the Affenpinscher vs Cockalier.
  • Westiepoo (78 percent match with Schnoodle). Here is our comparison of the Affenpinscher vs Westiepoo.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Schnoodle

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Affenpinscher that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Affenpinscher:

  • Dandie Dinmont Terrier (75 percent match with Affenpinscher). Here is our comparison of the Schnoodle vs Dandie Dinmont Terrier.
  • Peek A Poo (75 percent match with Affenpinscher). Here is our comparison of the Schnoodle vs Peek A Poo.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Affenpinscher and how the Schnoodle compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Affenpinscher and of the Schnoodle to other breeds:

    Affenpinscher Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Affenpinscher versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog     Affenpinscher versus Azawakh     Affenpinscher versus Cairn Terrier     Affenpinscher versus Shiloh Shepherd     Affenpinscher versus Pekingese     Affenpinscher versus Harrier     Affenpinscher versus Saint Berdoodle     Affenpinscher versus Mal Shi     Affenpinscher versus Brittany     Affenpinscher versus Fila Brasileiro     

    Schnoodle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Schnoodle versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog          Schnoodle versus German Wirehaired Pointer     Schnoodle versus Australian Terrier     Schnoodle versus Lowchen     Schnoodle versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog     Schnoodle versus Sloughi     Schnoodle versus Plott     Schnoodle versus Alaskan Klee Kai     Schnoodle versus American Eskimo Dog     

    Conclusion: Affenpinscher versus Schnoodle. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Affenpinscher and the Schnoodle better suits you and your family.