Papillon versus Schnoodle. Final Verdict on Which one is a Better Pet.

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Papillon Versus Schnoodle: Introduction

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

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

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Papillon versus Schnoodle: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Papillon 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.

Papillon versus Schnoodle: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Papillon 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 Papillon and the Schnoodle

Factor Papillon Schnoodle
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 5/5 3/5
Life Span 12 to 16 years 10 to 15 years
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 4/5
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 4/5
General Health 3/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Weight 4 to 9 pounds 20 to 75 pounds
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 3/5
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 5/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 3/5
Easy To Train 5/5 4/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Height 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder 10 to 26 inches tall at the shoulder
Average Lifespan 14.0 years 12.5 years
Average Price $1800 $1720
Price Range $1400 – $2000 $1250 – $2000
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Eye Examination- recommend screening every 2 years
  • Patellar Luxation
  • No Data

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Papillon 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 Papillon is 89 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Schnoodle is 84 out of 125.

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

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

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    The Similarities Between the Papillon and the Schnoodle

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

  • Both the Papillon and the Schnoodle do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Papillon and the Schnoodle do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Papillon and the Schnoodle cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Both the Papillon and the Schnoodle do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Papillon and the Schnoodle are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Papillon and the Schnoodle can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Papillon and the Schnoodle get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Papillon and the Schnoodle are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Papillon and the Schnoodle have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Papillon and the Schnoodle have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Papillon and the Schnoodle are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Papillon and the Schnoodle are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Papillon and the Schnoodle are very easy to train.
  • Both the Papillon and the Schnoodle require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Papillon and the Schnoodle are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Papillon versus Schnoodle

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

    Papillons weigh 4 to 9 pounds when fully grown. Papillons 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 Papillon versus Schnoodle

    The lifespan of Papillons is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Papillons is 14.0 years.

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

    Papillons live longer than Schnoodles.

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    Price of Papillon versus Price of Schnoodle

    The average price of the Papillon puppy is $1800. The price of the Papillon typically ranges from $1400 – $2000. However, the price of a Papillon can be as low as $700 and as high as $3500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 108 Papillon 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 Papillon is more expensive than the Schnoodle.

    Papillon Schnoodle
    Average Price $1800 $1720
    Price Range $1400 to $2000 $1250 to $2000

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

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Papillons. 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 Papillon 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 Papillon versus Adopting the Schnoodle

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

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

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

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

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

    Tolerates Being Alone: Papillon versus Schnoodle

    Papillons do not like to be left alone.

    Schnoodles do not like to be left alone.

    Do Papillons shed more than Schnoodles?

    Papillons 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 Papillon or the Schnoodle

    Papillons do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Schnoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

    Papillons are moderately easy to groom.

    Schnoodles are very easy to groom.

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

    Papillons 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 Papillons Bark and Howl? What about Schnoodles?

    Papillons 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 Papillons Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Schnoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?

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

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

    Wanderlust Potential: Papillon vs. Schnoodle

    Papillons 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 Papillons Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Schnoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Papillons can tolerate hot weather.

    Schnoodles can tolerate hot weather.

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

    Papillons get along very well with other dogs.

    Schnoodles get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Papillons good family dogs? What about Schnoodles?

    Papillons 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 Papillons and Schnoodles?

    Papillons get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Papillon Easier to Train than the Schnoodle?

    Papillons are very easy to train.

    Schnoodles are very easy to train.

    Is the Papillon Better for Apartment Owners than the Schnoodle?

    Papillons adapt very well to apartment living.

    Schnoodles adapt moderately well to apartment living.

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

    Papillons are very good for new dog owners.

    Schnoodles are very good for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Papillon

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

  • Bichon Frise (78 percent match with Papillon). Here is our comparison of the Schnoodle vs Bichon Frise.
  • Cavachon (78 percent match with Papillon). Here is our comparison of the Schnoodle vs Cavachon.
  • Havanese (79 percent match with Papillon). Here is our comparison of the Schnoodle vs Havanese.
  • Papipoo (86 percent match with Papillon). Here is our comparison of the Schnoodle vs Papipoo.
  • 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 Papillon vs Bordoodle.
  • Cockalier (78 percent match with Schnoodle). Here is our comparison of the Papillon vs Cockalier.
  • Westiepoo (78 percent match with Schnoodle). Here is our comparison of the Papillon vs Westiepoo.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Papillon Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Schnoodle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Schnoodle versus Puggle     Schnoodle versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog     Schnoodle versus Australian Kelpie     Schnoodle versus Shiba Inu     Schnoodle versus Borzoi     Schnoodle versus Clumber Spaniel     Schnoodle versus Miniature Poodle     Schnoodle versus Maltipoo     Schnoodle versus Weimaraner     Schnoodle versus Goldador     Schnoodle versus Hovawart     Schnoodle versus Japanese Chin     Schnoodle versus Shiranian     Schnoodle versus German Shepherd Dog     Schnoodle versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen     Schnoodle versus Spinone Italiano     Schnoodle versus Morkie     Schnoodle versus Boxerdoodle     Schnoodle versus Borzoi     Schnoodle versus Standard Poodle     Schnoodle versus Toy Fox Terrier     Schnoodle versus Norfolk Terrier     Schnoodle versus Cane Corso     Schnoodle versus Bergamasco Sheepdog     Schnoodle versus Chi-Poo     

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