Schnoodle vs Whippet

Miscellaneous · Medium vs Hound · Medium

Quick take
  • Schnoodle is the larger breed at 6–75 lbs (males) vs 25–40 lbs for the Whippet.
  • The Whippet typically lives longer (12–15 years).
  • The Schnoodle sheds less.
  • The Schnoodle is generally more trainable.

Side-by-side traits

TraitSchnoodleWhippet
Group
MiscellaneousHound
Size
MediumMedium
Origin
USAEngland
Height (male)
10–26"19–22"
Height (female)
10–26"18–21"
Weight (male)
6–75 lbs25–40 lbs
Weight (female)
6–75 lbs25–40 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)Moderate (3/5)
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)Low (2/5)
Grooming effort
Brushing, bathing, professional grooming.
High (4/5)Very Low (1/5)
Drooling
Lower = drier face and furniture.
Very Low (1/5)Very Low (1/5)
Barking
How vocal the breed is.
Moderate (3/5)Very Low (1/5)
Good with kids
High (4/5)High (4/5)
Good with other dogs
High (4/5)High (4/5)
Good with strangers
High (4/5)Moderate (3/5)
Protectiveness
Watchdog tendencies.
Moderate (3/5)Low (2/5)
Adaptability
Apartment / new environment tolerance.
High (4/5)High (4/5)
Coat length
longshort
Hypoallergenic
Lower-shedding, less dander.
YesNo
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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 Whippet

The Whippet is an affectionate, playful, calm small sighthound — looks like a mini Greyhound, sprints like one too. Originally from England, this medium hound breed typically weighs 25–40 lbs and lives 12–15 years. Breeders describe them as affectionate, playful, calm.

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Schnoodle health

Common health concerns reported in this breed:

  • Hip dysplasia
  • Eye disorders
  • Skin conditions

Whippet health

Common health concerns reported in this breed:

  • Heart disease
  • Eye conditions
  • Anesthesia sensitivity