A 2-year-old male A schnoodle is a domestic dog. It is a cross
between a schnauzer and a poodle. Schnoodle is a portmanteau
combining the two breed names. It is not accepted as a breed by
the AKC. However, some major kennel clubs do accept registration
of the schnoodle for performance events such as agility and
obedience Schnoodles are usually a cross of the smaller breeds
of schnauzer and poodle. As such, the weight of an adult
schnoodle can range from 7–16 pounds. Giant Schnoodles, the
larger breed created by the pairing of a Standard Poodle and
Giant Schnauzer, can weigh between 65 and up to 85 or 90 pounds
for the largest of adult males. Schnoodles may possess the rough
hair and strong body shape of the schnauzer, or the thinner
shape and the curly hair of the poodle, or any combination of
these characteristics. The temperament of the schnoodle reflects
its schnauzer and poodle forebears. The schnauzer can be
affectionate, naturally protective, intelligent and strong-
willed; the poodle is often clever, ac