A Detailed Comparison of the Havanese and the Schnoodle.

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Havanese Versus Schnoodle: Introduction

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

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

Havanese versus Schnoodle

Havanese versus Schnoodle: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Havanese 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 offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.

Havanese versus Schnoodle: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Havanese 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 Havanese and the Schnoodle

Factor Havanese Schnoodle
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 1/5 4/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 10 to 15 years
Does NOT Shed 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 2/5
General Health 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 2/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 2/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 3/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 3/5
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 5/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 3/5
Easy To Train 5/5 4/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Weight 7 to 13 pounds 20 to 75 pounds
Height 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder 10 to 26 inches tall at the shoulder
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 12.5 years
Average Price $2180 $1720
Price Range $1700 – $2750 $1250 – $2000
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Congenital Deafness
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • No Data

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Havanese 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 Havanese is 91 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Schnoodle is 84 out of 125.

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

    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 Havanese and the Schnoodle so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    Havanese versus Schnoodle

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Havanese and the Schnoodle

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

  • Havaneses require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom. However, Schnoodles are very easy to groom.
  • The Similarities Between the Havanese and the Schnoodle

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

  • Both the Havanese and the Schnoodle do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Havanese and the Schnoodle do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Havanese and the Schnoodle do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Havanese and the Schnoodle are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Havanese 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 Havanese and the Schnoodle do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
  • Both the Havanese 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 Havanese and the Schnoodle can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Havanese and the Schnoodle get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Havanese and the Schnoodle gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Havanese and the Schnoodle are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Havanese and the Schnoodle have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Havanese and the Schnoodle are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Havanese and the Schnoodle are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Havanese and the Schnoodle are very easy to train.
  • Both the Havanese and the Schnoodle are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Havanese versus Schnoodle

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

    Havaneses weigh 7 to 13 pounds when fully grown. Havaneses are 8 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.

    Lifespan of Havanese versus Schnoodle

    The lifespan of Havaneses is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Havaneses is 13.5 years.

    The lifespan of Schnoodles is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Schnoodles is 12.5 years.

    Havaneses live longer than Schnoodles.

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    Price of Havanese versus Price of Schnoodle

    The average price of the Havanese puppy is $2180. The price of the Havanese typically ranges from $1700 – $2750. However, the price of a Havanese can be as low as $600 and as high as $4550. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 647 Havanese 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 Havanese is more expensive than the Schnoodle.

    Havanese Schnoodle
    Average Price $2180 $1720
    Price Range $1700 to $2750 $1250 to $2000

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

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Havaneses. 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 Havanese 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.

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    Adopting the Havanese versus Adopting the Schnoodle

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Havaneses 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 Havanese named Reese – Not Ready For Adoption – We Are Not Accepting Applications At This Time that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Havaneses like Reese – Not Ready For Adoption – We Are Not Accepting Applications At This Time on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Havaneses, 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.

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

    Picasso – Not Ready For Adoption is the name of another Havanese (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.

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

    Tolerates Being Alone: Havanese versus Schnoodle

    Havaneses do not like to be left alone.

    Schnoodles do not like to be left alone.

    Do Havaneses shed more than Schnoodles?

    Havaneses 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 Havanese or the Schnoodle

    Havaneses do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Schnoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

    Havaneses require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Schnoodles are very easy to groom.

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

    Havaneses 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 Havaneses Bark and Howl? What about Schnoodles?

    Havaneses 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.

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

    Havaneses can moderately tolerate cold weather.

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

    Wanderlust Potential: Havanese vs. Schnoodle

    Havaneses 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 Havaneses Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Schnoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Havaneses can tolerate hot weather.

    Schnoodles can tolerate hot weather.

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

    Havaneses get along very well with other dogs.

    Schnoodles get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Havaneses good family dogs? What about Schnoodles?

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

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

    How Kid-friendly are Havaneses and Schnoodles?

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

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

    Is the Havanese Easier to Train than the Schnoodle?

    Havaneses are very easy to train.

    Schnoodles are very easy to train.

    Is the Havanese Better for Apartment Owners than the Schnoodle?

    Havaneses adapt very well to apartment living.

    Schnoodles adapt moderately well to apartment living.

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

    Havaneses are very good for new dog owners.

    Schnoodles are very good for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Havanese

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

  • Bichon Frise (86 percent match with Havanese). Here is our comparison of the Schnoodle vs Bichon Frise.
  • Cavachon (84 percent match with Havanese). Here is our comparison of the Schnoodle vs Cavachon.
  • Bich Poo (85 percent match with Havanese). Here is our comparison of the Schnoodle vs Bich Poo.
  • 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 Havanese vs Bordoodle.
  • Cockalier (78 percent match with Schnoodle). Here is our comparison of the Havanese vs Cockalier.
  • Westiepoo (78 percent match with Schnoodle). Here is our comparison of the Havanese vs Westiepoo.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Havanese Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Havanese versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever     Havanese versus Portuguese Pointer     Havanese versus Flat-Coated Retriever     Havanese versus Pharaoh Hound     Havanese versus Portuguese Pointer     Havanese versus West Highland White Terrier     Havanese versus Beaglier     Havanese versus Cockalier     Havanese versus Biewer Terrier     Havanese versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen     Havanese versus Bergamasco Sheepdog     Havanese versus Papipoo     Havanese versus Afador     Havanese versus Cairn Terrier     Havanese versus Saint Berdoodle     Havanese versus Spanish Mastiff     Havanese versus Affenpinscher     Havanese versus Border Collie     Havanese versus Giant Schnauzer     Havanese versus Airedale Terrier     Havanese versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog     Havanese versus Mastiff     Havanese versus Brussels Griffon     Havanese versus Cavachon     Havanese versus English Setter     

    Schnoodle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Schnoodle versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier     Schnoodle versus Cavachon     Schnoodle versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen     Schnoodle versus English Toy Spaniel     Schnoodle versus Dachshund     Schnoodle versus Sealyham Terrier     Schnoodle versus Dogue de Bordeaux     Schnoodle versus Australian Terrier     Schnoodle versus Cane Corso     Schnoodle versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi     Schnoodle versus Bergamasco Sheepdog     Schnoodle versus Lakeland Terrier     Schnoodle versus Border Collie     Schnoodle versus Irish Wolfhound     Schnoodle versus Norwich Terrier     Schnoodle versus Norwegian Lundehund     Schnoodle versus Briard     Schnoodle versus Schipperke     Schnoodle versus Kai Ken     Schnoodle versus Pomeranian     Schnoodle versus Belgian Sheepdog     Schnoodle versus German Shepherd Dog     Schnoodle versus Pharaoh Hound     Schnoodle versus Tibetan Spaniel     Schnoodle versus Shiba Inu     

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