Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Chinese Shar-Pei Versus Schnoodle: Introduction
- Chinese Shar-Pei versus Schnoodle: Overview
- Chinese Shar-Pei versus Schnoodle: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Schnoodle
- The Similarities Between the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Schnoodle
- Size (Weight and Height) of Chinese Shar-Pei versus Schnoodle
- Lifespan of Chinese Shar-Pei versus Schnoodle
- Price of Chinese Shar-Pei versus Price of Schnoodle
- Adopting the Chinese Shar-Pei versus Adopting the Schnoodle
- Tolerates Being Alone: Chinese Shar-Pei versus Schnoodle
- Do Chinese Shar-Peis shed more than Schnoodles?
- Which one drools more, the Chinese Shar-Pei or the Schnoodle
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Chinese Shar-Pei or the Schnoodle?
- Does the Chinese Shar-Pei Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Schnoodle?
- Do Chinese Shar-Peis Bark and Howl? What about Schnoodles?
- Can Chinese Shar-Peis Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Schnoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Chinese Shar-Pei vs. Schnoodle
- Can Chinese Shar-Peis Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Schnoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chinese Shar-Pei or the Schnoodle?
- Are Chinese Shar-Peis good family dogs? What about Schnoodles?
- How Kid-friendly are Chinese Shar-Peis and Schnoodles?
- Is the Chinese Shar-Pei Easier to Train than the Schnoodle?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chinese Shar-Pei
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Schnoodle
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Chinese Shar-Pei versus Schnoodle. Which One is a Better Pet?
Chinese Shar-Pei Versus Schnoodle: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Schnoodle? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Chinese Shar-Pei 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 Chinese Shar-Pei and the Schnoodle.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Chinese Shar-Pei 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 Chinese Shar-Pei 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 with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Chinese Shar-Pei 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 Chinese Shar-Pei or the Schnoodle.
Chinese Shar-Pei versus Schnoodle: Overview
A very important difference between the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Schnoodle is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Chinese Shar-Pei is a medium-sized dog while the Schnoodle is a large-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Chinese Shar-Pei belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.
On the other hand, the Schnoodle belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.
Chinese Shar-Pei versus Schnoodle: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Chinese Shar-Pei 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.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Schnoodle
| Factor | Chinese Shar-Pei | Schnoodle |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Height | 18 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder | 10 to 26 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Easygoing | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Intelligence | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Weight | 40 to 55 pounds | 20 to 75 pounds |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 8 to 12 years | 10 to 15 years |
| Average Lifespan | 10.0 years | 12.5 years |
| Average Price | $1620 | $1720 |
| Price Range | $1100 – $2000 | $1250 – $2000 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Chinese Shar-Pei 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 the Chinese Shar-Pei is 68 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Schnoodle is 84 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Schnoodle is a better pet than the Chinese Shar-Pei. 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 Chinese Shar-Pei and the Schnoodle so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Schnoodle
Below is a list of where the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Schnoodle are most different:
The Similarities Between the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Schnoodle
The Chinese Shar-Pei and the Schnoodle are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Schnoodle are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Chinese Shar-Pei versus Schnoodle
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Schnoodle.
Chinese Shar-Peis weigh 40 to 55 pounds when fully grown. Chinese Shar-Peis are 18 to 20 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.
Lifespan of Chinese Shar-Pei versus Schnoodle
The lifespan of Chinese Shar-Peis is between 8 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Chinese Shar-Peis is 10.0 years.
The lifespan of Schnoodles is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Schnoodles is 12.5 years.
Schnoodles live longer than Chinese Shar-Peis.
Price of Chinese Shar-Pei versus Price of Schnoodle
The average price of the Chinese Shar-Pei puppy is $1620. The price of the Chinese Shar-Pei typically ranges from $1100 – $2000. However, the price of a Chinese Shar-Pei can be as low as $300 and as high as $5000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 238 Chinese Shar-Pei 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 the 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 Schnoodle is more expensive than the Chinese Shar-Pei.
| Chinese Shar-Pei | Schnoodle | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1620 | $1720 |
| Price Range | $1100 to $2000 | $1250 to $2000 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Chinese Shar-Pei and Schnoodle. For different price points, the charts show how many Chinese Shar-Pei puppies or how many Schnoodle puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Chinese Shar-Peis. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Schnoodles
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Chinese Shar-Pei 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 to buy 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 a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Adopting the Chinese Shar-Pei versus Adopting the Schnoodle
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Chinese Shar-Peis 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 Chinese Shar-Pei named Saint that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Chinese Shar-Peis like Saint on pefinder.com.
Also, like Chinese Shar-Peis, Schnoodles are also available for adoption. For example, Chance is a Male Schnoodle that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Schnoodles like Chance that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Panther is the name of another Chinese Shar-Pei (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
You can find more Chinese Shar-Peis and Schnoodles that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Chinese Shar-Pei versus Schnoodle
Chinese Shar-Peis can be left alone for some time without problems.
Schnoodles do not like to be left alone.
Do Chinese Shar-Peis shed more than Schnoodles?
Chinese Shar-Peis 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 Chinese Shar-Pei or the Schnoodle
Chinese Shar-Peis do have a very low tendency to drool.
Schnoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Chinese Shar-Pei or the Schnoodle?
Chinese Shar-Peis are very easy to groom.
Schnoodles are very easy to groom.
Does the Chinese Shar-Pei Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Schnoodle?
Chinese Shar-Peis have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.
Schnoodles have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Chinese Shar-Peis Bark and Howl? What about Schnoodles?
Chinese Shar-Peis are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Schnoodles are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Chinese Shar-Peis Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Schnoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?
Chinese Shar-Peis cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Schnoodles cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Chinese Shar-Pei vs. Schnoodle
Chinese Shar-Peis 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 Chinese Shar-Peis Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Schnoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?
Chinese Shar-Peis cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Schnoodles can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chinese Shar-Pei or the Schnoodle?
Chinese Shar-Peis do not get along well with other dogs.
Schnoodles get along fairly well with other dogs.
Are Chinese Shar-Peis good family dogs? What about Schnoodles?
Chinese Shar-Peis are not affectionate with family. They are not good family dogs.
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Schnoodles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Chinese Shar-Peis and Schnoodles?
Chinese Shar-Peis do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
Schnoodles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Chinese Shar-Pei Easier to Train than the Schnoodle?
Chinese Shar-Peis are fairly easy to train.
Schnoodles are very easy to train.
Is the Chinese Shar-Pei Better for Apartment Owners than the Schnoodle?
Chinese Shar-Peis adapt very well to apartment living.
Schnoodles adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Chinese Shar-Pei or the Schnoodle?
Chinese Shar-Peis are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Schnoodles are very good for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chinese Shar-Pei
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Chinese Shar-Pei 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 Chinese Shar-Pei:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Schnoodle
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:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Chinese Shar-Pei and how the Schnoodle compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Chinese Shar-Pei and of the Schnoodle to other breeds:
Chinese Shar-Pei Versus Other Dog Breeds
Chinese Shar-Pei versus Shiranian Chinese Shar-Pei versus Schipperke Chinese Shar-Pei versus Golden Cocker Retriever Chinese Shar-Pei versus Cockapoo Chinese Shar-Pei versus German Shorthaired Pointer Chinese Shar-Pei versus Boykin Spaniel Chinese Shar-Pei versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Chinese Shar-Pei versus Lhasapoo Chinese Shar-Pei versus Icelandic Sheepdog Chinese Shar-Pei versus French Bulldog Chinese Shar-Pei versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog Chinese Shar-Pei versus Irish Water Spaniel Chinese Shar-Pei versus Black and Tan Coonhound Chinese Shar-Pei versus Black Russian Terrier Chinese Shar-Pei versus Lhasa Apso Chinese Shar-Pei versus American Hairless Terrier Chinese Shar-Pei versus English Springer Spaniel Chinese Shar-Pei versus Bernese Mountain Dog Chinese Shar-Pei versus Basenji Chinese Shar-Pei versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi Chinese Shar-Pei versus Norwegian Lundehund Chinese Shar-Pei versus Catahoula Leopard Dog Chinese Shar-Pei versus Havanese Chinese Shar-Pei versus Siberian Husky Chinese Shar-Pei versus Boxer
Schnoodle Versus Other Dog Breeds
Schnoodle versus Akbash Schnoodle versus Mal Shi Schnoodle versus Affenhuahua Schnoodle versus American Eskimo Dog Schnoodle versus Pug Schnoodle versus Bullmastiff Schnoodle versus Brussels Griffon Schnoodle versus Standard Schnauzer Schnoodle versus Flat-Coated Retriever Schnoodle versus Kishu Ken Schnoodle versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier Schnoodle versus Manchester Terrier Schnoodle versus Shetland Sheepdog Schnoodle versus Pomeranian Schnoodle versus Shiba Inu Schnoodle versus Portuguese Water Dog Schnoodle versus Bloodhound Schnoodle versus Catahoula Leopard Dog Schnoodle versus Shiranian Schnoodle versus Shihpoo Schnoodle versus Affenpinscher Schnoodle versus Finnish Lapphund Schnoodle versus Westiepoo Schnoodle versus Shiranian
Conclusion: Chinese Shar-Pei 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 Chinese Shar-Pei and the Schnoodle better suits you and your family.