How long does a Poodle Schnauzer Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 11–16 years, the midpoint of the Poodle (10–18 years) and the Schnauzer (12–15 years).

Is a Poodle Schnauzer Mix easy to train?

Trainability is very high, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

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Poodle Schnauzer Mix

A Poodle Schnauzer mix is a cross between a Poodle and a Schnauzer. Most grow into small dogs of 10–18 lb and live 11–16 years.

Poodle, a purebred dog — PoodlePhoto: UszkarFoto92, CC0, source

Schnauzer, a purebred dog — SchnauzerPhoto: Zorik07, CC BY-SA 3.0, source

Photos show the purebred parents. There is no single look for a mix: puppies in one litter can resemble either side.

Weight10–18 lbcan be 10–20 lb

Height11–14 inat the shoulder

Lifespan11–16 years

SizeSmall

How big does a Poodle Schnauzer Mix get?

Miniature Poodle10–15 lb

The mix10–18 lb

Schnauzer11–20 lb

Pounds. The dark band is where most Poodle Schnauzer Mix dogs end up; the light band is the full range between the smallest and largest parent.

Height runs 11–14 inches at the shoulder, against 10–15 in for the Miniature Poodle and 12–14 in for the Schnauzer.

Size figures assume a Miniature Poodle parent, the size closest to the Schnauzer. A different poodle size moves the whole range.

Figures are for the Miniature Schnauzer, the size most mixes come from.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

Very low

Poodle and Schnauzer have low-shedding coat, so some puppies shed little. It is not guaranteed: coat type varies even within one litter, and no dog is truly hypoallergenic.

Energy

Moderate

Daily walks and some play are enough for most of these dogs.

Trainability

Very high

The Poodle rates very high and the Schnauzer very high; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Very high

Expect regular brushing and professional grooming every few weeks.

Temperament

The Poodle is usually described as active, proud, very smart. The Schnauzer as friendly, smart, obedient. A mix can take after either parent or land in between. If you can, meet both parents of a puppy before you choose.

Poodle vs Schnauzer vs the mix

Trait	Miniature Poodle	Poodle Schnauzer Mix	Schnauzer
Weight	10–15 lb	10–18 lb	11–20 lb
Height	10–15 in	11–14 in	12–14 in
Lifespan	10–18 yr	11–16 yr	12–15 yr
Shedding	very low	very low	very low
Energy	moderate	moderate	moderate
Group	Non-Sporting	mixed	Terrier

Questions about the Poodle Schnauzer Mix

How big does a Poodle Schnauzer Mix get?: Most grow to 10–18 pounds and 11–14 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 10–20 pounds.
How long does a Poodle Schnauzer Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 11–16 years, the midpoint of the Poodle (10–18 years) and the Schnauzer (12–15 years).
Does a Poodle Schnauzer Mix shed?: Shedding is very low. Poodle and Schnauzer have low-shedding coat, so some puppies shed little. It is not guaranteed: coat type varies even within one litter, and no dog is truly hypoallergenic.
Is a Poodle Schnauzer Mix easy to train?: Trainability is very high, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

Other Poodle mixes

Other Schnauzer mixes

Figures are calculated from each parent breed's standard height, weight and life expectancy. How we calculate.