Schnoodle vs Welsh Terrier

Miscellaneous · Medium vs Terrier · Small

Quick take
  • Schnoodle is the larger breed at 6–75 lbs (males) vs 20 lbs for the Welsh Terrier.
  • The Welsh Terrier typically lives longer (12–15 years).

Side-by-side traits

TraitSchnoodleWelsh Terrier
Group
MiscellaneousTerrier
Size
MediumSmall
Origin
USAWales
Height (male)
10–26"15–15.5"
Height (female)
10–26"15–15.5"
Weight (male)
6–75 lbs20 lbs
Weight (female)
6–75 lbs20 lbs
Lifespan
Average expected lifespan.
10–16 years12–15 years
Energy level
Daily activity needs.
High (4/5)High (4/5)
Trainability
How quickly the breed learns commands.
High (4/5)High (4/5)
Intelligence
Problem-solving ability.
Very High (5/5)High (4/5)
Exercise needs
Daily physical activity required.
High (4/5)High (4/5)
Shedding
Lower = less hair around your home.
Very Low (1/5)Very Low (1/5)
Grooming effort
Brushing, bathing, professional grooming.
High (4/5)High (4/5)
Drooling
Lower = drier face and furniture.
Very Low (1/5)Very Low (1/5)
Barking
How vocal the breed is.
Moderate (3/5)High (4/5)
Good with kids
High (4/5)High (4/5)
Good with other dogs
High (4/5)Moderate (3/5)
Good with strangers
High (4/5)Moderate (3/5)
Protectiveness
Watchdog tendencies.
Moderate (3/5)Moderate (3/5)
Adaptability
Apartment / new environment tolerance.
High (4/5)High (4/5)
Coat length
longwirehaired
Hypoallergenic
Lower-shedding, less dander.
YesYes
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About the Schnoodle

The Schnoodle is a playful, smart, family-oriented Schnauzer × Poodle hybrid — comes in mini, standard, and giant. Originally from USA, this medium miscellaneous breed typically weighs 6–75 lbs and lives 10–16 years. Breeders describe them as playful, smart, family-oriented.

About the Welsh Terrier

The Welsh Terrier is a spirited, friendly, intelligent Welsh otter and badger hunter — looks like a smaller Airedale. Originally from Wales, this small terrier breed typically weighs 20 lbs and lives 12–15 years. Breeders describe them as spirited, friendly, intelligent.

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Schnoodle health

Common health concerns reported in this breed:

  • Hip dysplasia
  • Eye disorders
  • Skin conditions

Welsh Terrier health

Common health concerns reported in this breed:

  • Hip dysplasia
  • Eye disorders
  • Allergies