A Detailed Comparison of the Pomeranian and the Schnoodle.

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Pomeranian Versus Schnoodle: Introduction

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

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

Pomeranian versus Schnoodle

Pomeranian versus Schnoodle: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Pomeranian 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.

Pomeranian versus Schnoodle: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Pomeranian 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 Pomeranian and the Schnoodle

Factor Pomeranian 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 Hot Weather 2/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 2/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 4/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 3/5
General Health 3/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 4/5
Weight 3 to 7 pounds 20 to 75 pounds
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 3/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 5/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 2/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 2/5
Easy To Train 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 1/5 4/5
Height 7 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder 10 to 26 inches tall at the shoulder
Average Lifespan 14.0 years 12.5 years
Average Price $2150 $1720
Price Range $1500 – $2500 $1250 – $2000
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Legg-Calve-Perthes
  • Patellar Luxation
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    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Pomeranian 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 Pomeranian is 79 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 Pomeranian. 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 Pomeranian and the Schnoodle so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

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    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Pomeranian and the Schnoodle

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

  • Pomeranians do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly. However, Schnoodles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Pomeranians 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 Pomeranian and the Schnoodle

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

  • Both the Pomeranian and the Schnoodle do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Pomeranian and the Schnoodle do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Pomeranian and the Schnoodle do not get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Pomeranian and the Schnoodle are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Pomeranian and the Schnoodle have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Pomeranian and the Schnoodle do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
  • Both the Pomeranian and the Schnoodle adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Pomeranian and the Schnoodle are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Pomeranian 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 Pomeranian and the Schnoodle gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Pomeranian and the Schnoodle are very easy to train.
  • Both the Pomeranian and the Schnoodle are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Pomeranian and the Schnoodle are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Pomeranian versus Schnoodle

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

    Pomeranians weigh 3 to 7 pounds when fully grown. Pomeranians are 7 to 12 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 Pomeranian versus Schnoodle

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

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

    Pomeranians live longer than Schnoodles.

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    Price of Pomeranian versus Price of Schnoodle

    The average price of the Pomeranian puppy is $2150. The price of the Pomeranian typically ranges from $1500 – $2500. However, the price of a Pomeranian can be as low as $150 and as high as $10000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 1412 Pomeranian 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 Pomeranian is more expensive than the Schnoodle.

    Pomeranian Schnoodle
    Average Price $2150 $1720
    Price Range $1500 to $2500 $1250 to $2000

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

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Pomeranians. 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 Pomeranian 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 Pomeranian versus Adopting the Schnoodle

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

    Also, like Pomeranians, 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 Pomeranian and the Schnoodle can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

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

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

    Tolerates Being Alone: Pomeranian versus Schnoodle

    Pomeranians do not like to be left alone.

    Schnoodles do not like to be left alone.

    Do Pomeranians shed more than Schnoodles?

    Pomeranians shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

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

    Which one drools more, the Pomeranian or the Schnoodle

    Pomeranians do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Schnoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

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

    Schnoodles are very easy to groom.

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

    Pomeranians 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 Pomeranians Bark and Howl? What about Schnoodles?

    Pomeranians 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 Pomeranians Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Schnoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Pomeranians can very well tolerate cold weather.

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

    Wanderlust Potential: Pomeranian vs. Schnoodle

    Pomeranians 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 Pomeranians Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Schnoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Pomeranians cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Schnoodles can tolerate hot weather.

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

    Pomeranians do not get along well with other dogs.

    Schnoodles get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Pomeranians good family dogs? What about Schnoodles?

    Pomeranians 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 Pomeranians and Schnoodles?

    Pomeranians do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Pomeranian Easier to Train than the Schnoodle?

    Pomeranians are very easy to train.

    Schnoodles are very easy to train.

    Is the Pomeranian Better for Apartment Owners than the Schnoodle?

    Pomeranians adapt very well to apartment living.

    Schnoodles adapt moderately well to apartment living.

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

    Pomeranians are very good for new dog owners.

    Schnoodles are very good for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pomeranian

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

  • Pomapoo (81 percent match with Pomeranian). Here is our comparison of the Schnoodle vs Pomapoo.
  • 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 Pomeranian vs Bordoodle.
  • Cockalier (78 percent match with Schnoodle). Here is our comparison of the Pomeranian vs Cockalier.
  • Westiepoo (78 percent match with Schnoodle). Here is our comparison of the Pomeranian vs Westiepoo.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Pomeranian Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Schnoodle Versus Other Dog Breeds

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