Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Japanese Chin Versus Schnoodle: Introduction
- Japanese Chin versus Schnoodle: Overview
- Japanese Chin versus Schnoodle: Comparison Table
- The Similarities Between the Japanese Chin and the Schnoodle
- Size (Weight and Height) of Japanese Chin versus Schnoodle
- Lifespan of Japanese Chin versus Schnoodle
- Price of Japanese Chin versus Price of Schnoodle
- Tolerates Being Alone: Japanese Chin versus Schnoodle
- Do Japanese Chins shed more than Schnoodles?
- Which one drools more, the Japanese Chin or the Schnoodle
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Japanese Chin or the Schnoodle?
- Does the Japanese Chin Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Schnoodle?
- Do Japanese Chins Bark and Howl? What about Schnoodles?
- Can Japanese Chins Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Schnoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Japanese Chin vs. Schnoodle
- Can Japanese Chins Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Schnoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Japanese Chin or the Schnoodle?
- Are Japanese Chins good family dogs? What about Schnoodles?
- How Kid-friendly are Japanese Chins and Schnoodles?
- Is the Japanese Chin Easier to Train than the Schnoodle?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Japanese Chin
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Schnoodle
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Japanese Chin versus Schnoodle. Which One is a Better Pet?
Japanese Chin Versus Schnoodle: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Japanese Chin 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 Japanese Chin 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 Japanese Chin and the Schnoodle.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Japanese Chin 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 Japanese Chin 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 Japanese Chin 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 Japanese Chin or the Schnoodle.
Japanese Chin versus Schnoodle: Overview
A very important difference between the Japanese Chin and the Schnoodle is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Japanese Chin is a tiny-sized dog while the Schnoodle is a large-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Japanese Chin 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.
Japanese Chin versus Schnoodle: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Japanese Chin 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 Japanese Chin and the Schnoodle
| Factor | Japanese Chin | Schnoodle |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 14 years | 10 to 15 years |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 4 to 9 pounds | 20 to 75 pounds |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Height | 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder | 10 to 26 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Average Lifespan | 12.0 years | 12.5 years |
| Average Price | $1930 | $1720 |
| Price Range | $1500 – $2100 | $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 Japanese Chin 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 Japanese Chin is 84 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 not better or worse than the Japanese Chin. So, you can get the Schnoodle or the Japanese Chin!
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 Japanese Chin and the Schnoodle so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Similarities Between the Japanese Chin and the Schnoodle
The Japanese Chin and the Schnoodle are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Japanese Chin and the Schnoodle are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Japanese Chin versus Schnoodle
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Japanese Chin and the Schnoodle.
Japanese Chins weigh 4 to 9 pounds when fully grown. Japanese Chins 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 Japanese Chin versus Schnoodle
The lifespan of Japanese Chins is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Japanese Chins is 12.0 years.
The lifespan of Schnoodles is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Schnoodles is 12.5 years.
Schnoodles live longer than Japanese Chins.
Price of Japanese Chin versus Price of Schnoodle
The average price of the Japanese Chin puppy is $1930. The price of the Japanese Chin typically ranges from $1500 – $2100. However, the price of a Japanese Chin can be as low as $600 and as high as $4800. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 71 Japanese Chin 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 Japanese Chin is more expensive than the Schnoodle.
| Japanese Chin | Schnoodle | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1930 | $1720 |
| Price Range | $1500 to $2100 | $1250 to $2000 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Japanese Chin and Schnoodle. For different price points, the charts show how many Japanese Chin puppies or how many Schnoodle puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Japanese Chins. 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 Japanese Chin 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.
Tolerates Being Alone: Japanese Chin versus Schnoodle
Japanese Chins do not like to be left alone.
Schnoodles do not like to be left alone.
Do Japanese Chins shed more than Schnoodles?
Japanese Chins shed moderately.
Schnoodles do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Japanese Chin or the Schnoodle
Japanese Chins do have a very low tendency to drool.
Schnoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Japanese Chin or the Schnoodle?
Japanese Chins are moderately easy to groom.
Schnoodles are very easy to groom.
Does the Japanese Chin Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Schnoodle?
Japanese Chins 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.
Do Japanese Chins Bark and Howl? What about Schnoodles?
Japanese Chins bark and howl, but not very much.
Schnoodles are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Japanese Chins Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Schnoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?
Japanese Chins can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Schnoodles cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Japanese Chin vs. Schnoodle
Japanese Chins 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 Japanese Chins Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Schnoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?
Japanese Chins cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Schnoodles can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Japanese Chin or the Schnoodle?
Japanese Chins get along fairly well with other dogs.
Schnoodles get along fairly well with other dogs.
Are Japanese Chins good family dogs? What about Schnoodles?
Japanese Chins are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.
Schnoodles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Japanese Chins and Schnoodles?
Japanese Chins get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Schnoodles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Japanese Chin Easier to Train than the Schnoodle?
Japanese Chins are fairly easy to train.
Schnoodles are very easy to train.
Is the Japanese Chin Better for Apartment Owners than the Schnoodle?
Japanese Chins adapt very well to apartment living.
Schnoodles adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Japanese Chin or the Schnoodle?
Japanese Chins are very good for new dog owners.
Schnoodles are very good for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Japanese Chin
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Japanese Chin 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 Japanese Chin:
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 Japanese Chin and how the Schnoodle compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Japanese Chin and of the Schnoodle to other breeds:
Japanese Chin Versus Other Dog Breeds
Japanese Chin versus Dogo Argentino Japanese Chin versus Korean Jindo Dog Japanese Chin versus Alaskan Klee Kai Japanese Chin versus Bich Poo Japanese Chin versus Tibetan Mastiff Japanese Chin versus Harrier Japanese Chin versus Rottweiler Japanese Chin versus Cocker Spaniel Japanese Chin versus Norwegian Buhund Japanese Chin versus Belgian Tervuren Japanese Chin versus Berger Picard Japanese Chin versus Bernese Mountain Dog Japanese Chin versus Papillon Japanese Chin versus Italian Greyhound Japanese Chin versus Chi-Poo Japanese Chin versus Tibetan Terrier Japanese Chin versus Lakeland Terrier Japanese Chin versus Whippet Japanese Chin versus English Cocker Spaniel Japanese Chin versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever Japanese Chin versus Miniature Poodle Japanese Chin versus Estrela Mountain Dog Japanese Chin versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog Japanese Chin versus Coton de Tulear Japanese Chin versus Puggle
Schnoodle Versus Other Dog Breeds
Schnoodle versus Rottweiler Schnoodle versus Plott Schnoodle versus Cockapoo Schnoodle versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Schnoodle versus Kooikerhondje Schnoodle versus Beagle Schnoodle versus Basset Hound Schnoodle versus Jack Russell Terrier Schnoodle versus Mastiff Schnoodle versus Cockalier Schnoodle versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog Schnoodle versus Valley Bulldog Schnoodle versus American Hairless Terrier Schnoodle versus Clumber Spaniel Schnoodle versus Leonberger Schnoodle versus Lancashire Heeler Schnoodle versus Clumber Spaniel Schnoodle versus Cesky Terrier Schnoodle versus Dutch Shepherd Schnoodle versus Canaan Dog Schnoodle versus American Foxhound Schnoodle versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog Schnoodle versus Jack Russell Terrier Schnoodle versus Miniature Schnauzer Schnoodle versus Yorkipoo
Conclusion: Japanese Chin 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 Japanese Chin and the Schnoodle better suits you and your family.