Last Updated: Jun 18, 2022
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- Doberman Pinscher Versus Schnoodle: Introduction
- Doberman Pinscher versus Schnoodle: Overview
- Doberman Pinscher versus Schnoodle: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Doberman Pinscher and the Schnoodle
- The Similarities Between the Doberman Pinscher and the Schnoodle
- Size Comparison of the Doberman Pinscher versus Schnoodle
- Appearance (Colors) of the Doberman Pinscher and the Schnoodle
- Lifespan of Doberman Pinscher versus Schnoodle
- Price of Doberman Pinscher versus Price of Schnoodle
- Adopting the Doberman Pinscher versus Adopting the Schnoodle
- Tolerates Being Alone: Doberman Pinscher versus Schnoodle
- Do Doberman Pinschers shed more than Schnoodles?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Doberman Pinscher or the Schnoodle?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Doberman Pinscher or the Schnoodle?
- Are Doberman Pinschers good family dogs? What about Schnoodles?
- Is the Doberman Pinscher Easier to Train than the Schnoodle?
- Which one drools more, the Doberman Pinscher or the Schnoodle
- How Kid-friendly are Doberman Pinschers and Schnoodles?
- Does the Doberman Pinscher Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Schnoodle?
- Do Doberman Pinschers Bark and Howl? What about Schnoodles?
- Can Doberman Pinschers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Schnoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Doberman Pinscher vs. Schnoodle
- Can Doberman Pinschers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Schnoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Doberman Pinscher Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: Doberman Pinscher versus Schnoodle. Which One is a Better Pet?
Doberman Pinscher Versus Schnoodle: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher and the Schnoodle.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher or the Schnoodle.
Doberman Pinscher versus Schnoodle: Overview
Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Schnoodle are similar in size. The Doberman Pinscher and the Schnoodle are both large-sized dogs.
Furthermore, the Doberman Pinscher 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.
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.
Doberman Pinscher versus Schnoodle: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher and the Schnoodle
| Factor | Doberman Pinscher | Schnoodle |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 13 years | 10 to 15 years |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Height | 24 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder | 10 to 26 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 60 to 80 pounds | 20 to 75 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 11.5 years | 12.5 years |
| Average Price | $1910 | $1720 |
| Price Range | $1100 – $2500 | $1250 – $2000 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher is 81 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Schnoodle is 84 out of 125.
Despite the higher Better-Pet score of the Schnoodle, we still believe that the Doberman Pinscher is a better pet than the Schnoodle.
This is because Doberman Pinschers are much cuter but you cannot put a score on cuteness. If you could put a score on cuteness, then the Doberman Pinscher will come out on top.
Also, we are biased in favor of the Doberman Pinscher :-). We are for the Doberman Pinscher. So get a Doberman Pinscher!
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Doberman Pinscher and the Schnoodle
Below is a list of where the Doberman Pinscher and the Schnoodle are most different:
The Similarities Between the Doberman Pinscher and the Schnoodle
The Doberman Pinscher and the Schnoodle are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Doberman Pinscher and the Schnoodle are most similar:
Size Comparison of the Doberman Pinscher versus Schnoodle
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Doberman Pinscher and the Schnoodle.
The Doberman Pinscher weighs 60 to 80 pounds when fully grown. The Doberman Pinscher is 24 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, the Schnoodle weighs 20 to 75 pounds when fully grown. The Schnoodle is 10 to 26 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Appearance (Colors) of the Doberman Pinscher and the Schnoodle
Doberman Pinscher Colors
The Doberman Pinscher comes in the following beautiful primary colors:
- Black
- Bicolor
- Red / Chestnut / Orange
- Brown / Chocolate
- Merle (Blue)
- Gray / Blue / Silver
- Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn
- Tricolor (Brown, Black, & White)
The Doberman Pinscher comes in the following lovely secondary colors in addition to its primary colors:
- Brown / Chocolate
- Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn
- Black
- Red / Chestnut / Orange
Schnoodle Colors
The Schnoodle comes in the following beautiful primary colors:
- Merle (Blue)
- Tricolor (Brown, Black, & White)
- Gray / Blue / Silver
- Black
- White / Cream
- Bicolor
The Schnoodle comes in the following lovely secondary colors in addition to its primary colors:
- White / Cream
- Brown / Chocolate
- Bicolor
- Gray / Blue / Silver
Lifespan of Doberman Pinscher versus Schnoodle
The lifespan of the Doberman Pinscher is between 10 to 13 years. The average lifespan of the Doberman Pinscher is 11.5 years.
The lifespan of the Schnoodle is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of the Schnoodle is 12.5 years.
The Schnoodle live longer than the Doberman Pinscher.
Price of Doberman Pinscher versus Price of Schnoodle
The average price of the Doberman Pinscher puppy is $1910. The price of the Doberman Pinscher typically ranges from $1100 – $2500. However, the price of a Doberman Pinscher can be as low as $300 and as high as $7500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 476 Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher is more expensive than the Schnoodle.
| Doberman Pinscher | Schnoodle | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1910 | $1720 |
| Price Range | $1100 to $2500 | $1250 to $2000 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Doberman Pinscher and Schnoodle. For different price points, the charts show how many Doberman Pinscher puppies or how many Schnoodle puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Doberman Pinschers. 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 Doberman Pinscher 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.
Adopting the Doberman Pinscher versus Adopting the Schnoodle
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Doberman Pinschers 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 Doberman Pinscher named Donny that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Doberman Pinschers like Donny on pefinder.com.
Also, like Doberman Pinschers, Schnoodles are also available for adoption. For example, 5968 Maddie is a Male Schnoodle that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Schnoodles like 5968 Maddie that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Oliver is the name of another Doberman Pinscher (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
You can find more Doberman Pinschers and Schnoodles that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Doberman Pinscher versus Schnoodle
Doberman Pinschers do not like to be left alone.
Schnoodles do not like to be left alone.
Do Doberman Pinschers shed more than Schnoodles?
Doberman Pinschers 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 is Easier to Groom, the Doberman Pinscher or the Schnoodle?
Doberman Pinschers are very easy to groom.
Schnoodles are very easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Doberman Pinscher or the Schnoodle?
Doberman Pinschers do not get along well with other dogs.
Schnoodles get along fairly well with other dogs.
Are Doberman Pinschers good family dogs? What about Schnoodles?
Doberman Pinschers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Schnoodles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the Doberman Pinscher Easier to Train than the Schnoodle?
Doberman Pinschers are very easy to train.
Schnoodles are very easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Doberman Pinscher or the Schnoodle
Doberman Pinschers have a very high tendency to drool.
Schnoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.
How Kid-friendly are Doberman Pinschers and Schnoodles?
Doberman Pinschers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Schnoodles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Does the Doberman Pinscher Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Schnoodle?
Doberman Pinschers 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 Doberman Pinschers Bark and Howl? What about Schnoodles?
Doberman Pinschers 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 Doberman Pinschers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Schnoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?
Doberman Pinschers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Schnoodles cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Doberman Pinscher vs. Schnoodle
Doberman Pinschers 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 Doberman Pinschers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Schnoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?
Doberman Pinschers can tolerate hot weather.
Schnoodles can tolerate hot weather.
Is the Doberman Pinscher Better for Apartment Owners than the Schnoodle?
Doberman Pinschers adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Schnoodles adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Doberman Pinscher or the Schnoodle?
Doberman Pinschers are OK for new dog owners.
Schnoodles are very good for new dog owners.
Doberman Pinscher Versus Other Dog Breeds
You may also be interested in how the Doberman Pinscher compares to other breeds aside from the Schnoodle. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Doberman Pinscher to other breeds:
Doberman Pinscher versus Carolina Dog Doberman Pinscher versus Welsh Springer Spaniel Doberman Pinscher versus Bernedoodle Doberman Pinscher versus Newfoundland Doberman Pinscher versus Lhasapoo Doberman Pinscher versus Brussels Griffon Doberman Pinscher versus Golden Cocker Retriever Doberman Pinscher versus Sealyham Terrier Doberman Pinscher versus Silky Terrier Doberman Pinscher versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog Doberman Pinscher versus Standard Poodle Doberman Pinscher versus Pyrenean Mastiff Doberman Pinscher versus Giant Schnauzer Doberman Pinscher versus Collie Doberman Pinscher versus English Toy Spaniel Doberman Pinscher versus Komondor Doberman Pinscher versus Alaskan Malamute
Conclusion: Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher and the Schnoodle better suits you and your family.