Differences and Similarities between the Dachshund and the Schnoodle.

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Dachshund versus Schnoodle

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Dachshund Versus Schnoodle: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Dachshund 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 Dachshund 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 Dachshund and the Schnoodle.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Dachshund 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 Dachshund 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 Dachshund 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 Dachshund or the Schnoodle

Dachshund versus Schnoodle

Dachshund versus Schnoodle: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Dachshund belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.

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..

Dachshund versus Schnoodle: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Dachshund 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 Dachshund Schnoodle
Tolerates Cold Weather 1/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 1/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 10 to 15 years
Weight 16 to 32 pounds 20 to 75 pounds
General Health 2/5 3/5
Easy To Train 2/5 4/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 2/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 5/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 4/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 1/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 1/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 3/5
Height 8 inches to 9 inches tall at the shoulder 10 to 26 inches tall at the shoulder
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 12.5 years
Average Price $1730 $1720
Price Range $1000 – $2000 $1250 – $2000
Temperament Score 69.4 percent No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Congenital Deafness
  • Eye Examination
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy
    		•  No Data

    *Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (the American Temperament Test Society)

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Dachshund 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 Dachshund is 69 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 Dachshund. 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 Dachshund and the Schnoodle so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    Dachshund versus Schnoodle

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Dachshund and the Schnoodle

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

  • Dachshunds are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl. However, Schnoodles are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.

    • The Similarities Between the Dachshund and the Schnoodle

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

  • Both the Dachshund and the Schnoodle cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Both the Dachshund and the Schnoodle do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Dachshund and the Schnoodle have the tendency to develop certain health problems.
  • Both the Dachshund and the Schnoodle are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Dachshund and the Schnoodle are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Dachshund and the Schnoodle are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Dachshund and the Schnoodle are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Dachshund and the Schnoodle are prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Dachshund and the Schnoodle are very playful.
  • Both the Dachshund and the Schnoodle get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Dachshund and the Schnoodle gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Dachshund versus Schnoodle

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

    Dachshunds weigh 16 to 32 pounds when fully grown. Dachshunds are 8 inches to 9 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 Dachshund versus Price of Schnoodle

    The average price of the Dachshund puppy is $1730. The price of the Dachshund typically ranges from $1000 – $2000. However, the price of a Dachshund can be as low as $200 and as high as $24000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 698 Dachshund 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 Dachshund is more expensive than the Schnoodle.

    Dachshund Schnoodle
    Average Price $1730 $1720
    Price Range $1000 to $2000 $1250 to $2000

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

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Dachshunds. 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 Dachshund 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.

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    Adopting the Dachshund versus Adopting the Schnoodle

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Dachshunds 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 Dachshund named Meyer that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Dachshunds like Meyer on pefinder.com.

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

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

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

    Also Oscar, an adorable Male Schnoodle on petfinder.com that you can adopt.

    Dachshunds and Schnoodles are always available for adoption. Images from petfinder.com

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

    Dachshund versus Schnoodle

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

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

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

    Which one drools more, the Dachshund or the Schnoodle

    Dachshunds do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Schnoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Is the Dachshund Easier to Train than the Schnoodle?

    Dachshunds are not easy to train.

    Schnoodles are very easy to train.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Dachshund versus Schnoodle

    Dachshunds can be left alone only for a short time.

    Schnoodles do not like to be left alone.

    Can Dachshunds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Schnoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Schnoodles can tolerate hot weather.

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

    Dachshunds get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Schnoodles get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Do Dachshunds shed more than Schnoodles?

    Dachshunds shed moderately.

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

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

    Dachshunds are moderately easy to groom.

    Schnoodles are very easy to groom.

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

    Dachshunds are very good for new dog owners.

    Schnoodles are very good for new dog owners.

    Are Dachshunds good family dogs? What about Schnoodles?

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

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

    Is the Dachshund Better for Apartment Owners than the Schnoodle?

    Dachshunds adapt very well to apartment living.

    Schnoodles adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    How Kid-friendly are Dachshunds and Schnoodles?

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

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

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

    Dachshunds have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

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

    Do Dachshunds Bark and Howl? What about Schnoodles?

    Dachshunds are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

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

    Wanderlust Potential: Dachshund vs. Schnoodle

    Dachshunds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

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

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Dachshund

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Dachshund 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 Dachshund:

  • Dandie Dinmont Terrier (71 percent match with Dachshund). Here is our comparison of the Schnoodle vs Dandie Dinmont Terrier.
  • Lhasa Apso (71 percent match with Dachshund). Here is our comparison of the Schnoodle vs Lhasa Apso.
  • Manchester Terrier (75 percent match with Dachshund). Here is our comparison of the Schnoodle vs Manchester Terrier.
  • Miniature Pinscher (72 percent match with Dachshund). Here is our comparison of the Schnoodle vs Miniature Pinscher.

    • 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:

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

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Dachshund Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Dachshund versus Miniature Schnauzer     Dachshund versus Black Russian Terrier     Dachshund versus German Pinscher     Dachshund versus Saint Berdoodle     Dachshund versus Black and Tan Coonhound     Dachshund versus Kerry Blue Terrier     Dachshund versus Collie     Dachshund versus Dogo Argentino     Dachshund versus Spanish Mastiff     Dachshund versus German Longhaired Pointer     

    Schnoodle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Schnoodle versus Chow Chow     Schnoodle versus Catahoula Bulldog     Schnoodle versus Tibetan Terrier     Schnoodle versus Airedale Terrier     Schnoodle versus Catahoula Leopard Dog     Schnoodle versus Morkie     Schnoodle versus Komondor     Schnoodle versus Collie     Schnoodle versus Kai Ken     Schnoodle versus Chinook     

    Conclusion: Dachshund 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 Dachshund and the Schnoodle better suits you and your family.