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Schnauzer Papillon Mix
A Schnauzer Papillon mix is a cross between a Schnauzer and a Papillon. Most grow into small dogs of 8–15 lb and live 13–16 years.
Photos show the purebred parents. There is no single look for a mix: puppies in one litter can resemble either side.
How big does a Schnauzer Papillon Mix get?
Pounds. The dark band is where most Schnauzer Papillon Mix dogs end up; the light band is the full range between the smallest and largest parent.
Height runs 10–12 inches at the shoulder, against 12–14 in for the Schnauzer and 8–11 in for the Papillon.
Figures are for the Miniature Schnauzer, the size most mixes come from.
Coat, energy and training
Schnauzer has a 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.
Daily walks and some play are enough for most of these dogs.
The Schnauzer rates very high and the Papillon very high; a puppy may lean either way.
Brush a couple of times a week.
Temperament
The Schnauzer is usually described as friendly, smart, obedient. The Papillon as friendly, alert, happy. A mix can take after either parent or land in between. If you can, meet both parents of a puppy before you choose.
Schnauzer vs Papillon vs the mix
| Trait | Schnauzer | Schnauzer Papillon Mix | Papillon |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 11–20 lb | 8–15 lb | 5–10 lb |
| Height | 12–14 in | 10–12 in | 8–11 in |
| Lifespan | 12–15 yr | 13–16 yr | 14–16 yr |
| Shedding | very low | very low to moderate | moderate |
| Energy | moderate | moderate | moderate |
| Group | Terrier | mixed | Toy |
Questions about the Schnauzer Papillon Mix
- How big does a Schnauzer Papillon Mix get?
- Most grow to 8–15 pounds and 10–12 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 5–20 pounds.
- How long does a Schnauzer Papillon Mix live?
- A typical lifespan is 13–16 years, the midpoint of the Schnauzer (12–15 years) and the Papillon (14–16 years).
- Does a Schnauzer Papillon Mix shed?
- Shedding is very low to moderate. Schnauzer has a 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 Schnauzer Papillon Mix easy to train?
- Trainability is very high, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.
Other Schnauzer mixes
- Poodle Schnauzer Mix
- Yorkie Schnauzer Mix
- Chihuahua Schnauzer Mix
- Shih Tzu Schnauzer Mix
- Dachshund Schnauzer Mix
- Lab Schnauzer Mix
- Maltese Schnauzer Mix
- Schnauzer Jack Russell Mix
- Corgi Schnauzer Mix
- Pug Schnauzer Mix
Other Papillon mixes
- Chihuahua Papillon Mix
- Pomeranian Papillon Mix
- Border Collie Papillon Mix
- Dachshund Papillon Mix
- Poodle Papillon Mix
- Yorkie Papillon Mix
- Corgi Papillon Mix
- Shih Tzu Papillon Mix
- Maltese Papillon Mix
- Cavalier Papillon Mix
Figures are calculated from each parent breed's standard height, weight and life expectancy. How we calculate.