Which is Better between the Schnoodle and the Siberian Husky? A Very Detailed Review.

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Schnoodle Versus Siberian Husky: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Schnoodle and the Siberian Husky 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 Schnoodle and for the Siberian Husky. 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 Schnoodle and the Siberian Husky.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Schnoodle or the Siberian Husky.

Schnoodle versus Siberian Husky

Schnoodle versus Siberian Husky: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Schnoodle belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.

On the other hand, the Siberian Husky belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.

Schnoodle versus Siberian Husky: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Schnoodle to the Siberian Husky 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 Schnoodle and the Siberian Husky

Factor Schnoodle Siberian Husky
Does NOT Drool 5/5 3/5
Life Span 10 to 15 years 12 to 15 years
Height 10 to 26 inches tall at the shoulder 20 to 23 inches tall at the shoulder
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 1/5
Weight 20 to 75 pounds 35 to 60 pounds
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 3/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 5/5
General Health 3/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 3/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 4/5
Easy To Train 4/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 5/5
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 1/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Intelligence 5/5 3/5
Average Lifespan 12.5 years 13.5 years
Average Price $1720 $1080
Price Range $1250 – $2000 $700 – $1250
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Eye Examination- min age 12 months
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Schnoodle 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 Siberian Husky. 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 Schnoodle is 84 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Siberian Husky is 71 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Schnoodle is a better pet than the Siberian Husky. 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 Schnoodle and the Siberian Husky 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 Schnoodle and the Siberian Husky

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

  • Schnoodles cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold. However, Siberian Huskys can tolerate cold weather.
  • Schnoodles are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl. However, Siberian Huskys are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Schnoodles are good for new dog owners. However, Siberian Huskys are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • The Similarities Between the Schnoodle and the Siberian Husky

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

  • Both the Schnoodle and the Siberian Husky do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Schnoodle and the Siberian Husky 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 Schnoodle and the Siberian Husky can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Schnoodle and the Siberian Husky are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Schnoodle and the Siberian Husky have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Schnoodle and the Siberian Husky require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Schnoodle and the Siberian Husky are very playful.
  • Both the Schnoodle and the Siberian Husky get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Schnoodle versus Siberian Husky

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

    Schnoodles weigh 20 to 75 pounds when fully grown. Schnoodles are 10 to 26 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Siberian Huskys weigh 35 to 60 pounds when fully grown. Siberian Huskys are 20 to 23 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Schnoodle versus Siberian Husky

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

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

    Siberian Huskys live longer than Schnoodles.

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    Price of Schnoodle versus Price of Siberian Husky

    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 reviewing the prices of 225 Schnoodle puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Siberian Husky puppy is $1080. The price of the Siberian Husky typically ranges from $700 – $1250. However, the price of the Siberian Husky can be as low as $100 and as high as $5000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 1036 Siberian Husky puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Schnoodle is more expensive than the Siberian Husky.

    Schnoodle Siberian Husky
    Average Price $1720 $1080
    Price Range $1250 to $2000 $700 to $1250

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

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

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Siberian Huskys

    A breakdown of the prices of Siberian Huskys

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Schnoodle puppy or the Siberian Husky 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 Schnoodle versus Adopting the Siberian Husky

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Schnoodles and many Siberian Huskys 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 Schnoodle named Chance that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Schnoodles like Chance on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Schnoodles, Siberian Huskys are also available for adoption. For example, Yukon is a Male Siberian Husky that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Siberian Huskys like Yukon that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

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

    Also, Icewell is an adorable Male Siberian Husky on petfinder.com that you can adopt.

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

    Tolerates Being Alone: Schnoodle versus Siberian Husky

    Schnoodles do not like to be left alone.

    Siberian Huskys do not like to be left alone.

    Do Schnoodles shed more than Siberian Huskys?

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

    Siberian Huskys shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Schnoodle or the Siberian Husky

    Schnoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Siberian Huskys drool moderately.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Schnoodle or the Siberian Husky?

    Schnoodles are very easy to groom.

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

    Does the Schnoodle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Siberian Husky?

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

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

    Do Schnoodles Bark and Howl? What about Siberian Huskys?

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

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

    Can Schnoodles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Siberian Huskys Tolerate Cold Weather?

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

    Siberian Huskys can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Schnoodle vs. Siberian Husky

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

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

    Can Schnoodles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Siberian Huskys Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Schnoodles can tolerate hot weather.

    Siberian Huskys can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

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

    Schnoodles get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Siberian Huskys get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Schnoodles good family dogs? What about Siberian Huskys?

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

    Siberian Huskys are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Schnoodles and Siberian Huskys?

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

    Siberian Huskys get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Schnoodle Easier to Train than the Siberian Husky?

    Schnoodles are very easy to train.

    Siberian Huskys are not easy to train.

    Is the Schnoodle Better for Apartment Owners than the Siberian Husky?

    Schnoodles adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Siberian Huskys do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

    Schnoodles are very good for new dog owners.

    Siberian Huskys are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    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 Siberian Husky vs Bordoodle.
  • Cockalier (78 percent match with Schnoodle). Here is our comparison of the Siberian Husky vs Cockalier.
  • Westiepoo (78 percent match with Schnoodle). Here is our comparison of the Siberian Husky vs Westiepoo.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Siberian Husky

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

  • Samoyed (75 percent match with Siberian Husky). Here is our comparison of the Schnoodle vs Samoyed.
  • Bloodhound (75 percent match with Siberian Husky). Here is our comparison of the Schnoodle vs Bloodhound.
  • Finnish Spitz (78 percent match with Siberian Husky). Here is our comparison of the Schnoodle vs Finnish Spitz.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Schnoodle Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Siberian Husky Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Conclusion: Schnoodle versus Siberian Husky. 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 Schnoodle and the Siberian Husky better suits you and your family.