A bit about Sweet little Schnoodles of Michigan
My name is Jan, and I am a small home-based hobby breeder in Montague, Michigan. I breed 1st generation schnoodle puppies, including merle color schnoodles for a beautiful one-of-a-kind puppy. In 2022 I will breed a litter of 2nd generation Schnoodle puppies due to all the inquiries.
WE GET SO MANY REQUEST FOR FEMALE ONLY. I believe this couldn’t be more true:
Did you know there is a definite difference between a male and female? Well, there truly is!
Male vs. Female
Does a male or a female make a better pet for you and your family?
It’s not uncommon for people to believe that a female dog will make a better pet. We get a lot of calls for people wanting that “special little girl”. For whatever reason they don’t think that females will exhibit “alpha” behaviors like humping and/or marking. A lot of people think that females are more passive and friendly and that they don’t take part in fighting over dominance, which could NOT be farther from the truth. If you check out the structure of dog packs, the females determine the pecking order and rule the roost. The result of that behavior is that the females become more stubborn, independent, and territorial than the males. These females are much more intent on exercising their control by participating in that “alpha” behavior like humping. Most fighting will usually break out between two females.
Males tend to be more affectionate, exuberant, attentive, and even more demanding of attention. The males are very attached to their owners, tending to be more dedicated, reliable and less temperamental. They are more sociable, more accepting of other pets, playful for years, and take quicker to children. Most boys are easily motivated by treats/food, words of praise and are so eager to please that training actually becomes easier. Their playful nature, however, can make males more easily distracted. The boys are more likely to act silly and more puppy-like, always wanting to play games, no matter what their age. The boys are fun-loving until the day they die, whereas girls tend to be more standoffish and dignified the older they get.
Neutered males rarely exhibit secondary sexual behavior such as marking and lifting their legs or humping. Once the testosterone levels recede after neutering, most of these behaviors will disappear if they ever existed.
So before making your decision on that age old dilemma of male verses female, hopefully this will give you some helpful info to think about.
I may be keeping a few 1st generation Schnoodle puppies to breed 2nd generation puppies like I did years ago. This will most likely be Schnoodle to poodle.
All puppies are raised in our home with lot's of love and care. I LOVE what I'm doing—it’s a lot of work, but I have met so many wonderful people over the years that I never would have met if I hadn’t sold them a puppy. All my dogs are family members first before anything else. All puppies are sold as companions only. I do not sell to breeders.
I do not ship puppies. You are welcome to fly to Michigan, pick up your puppy, and fly back home. I don't sell to people without meeting them in person. I welcome phone calls, emails, text messages, etc. while you are waiting for your puppy. This way we can get to know each other. I love to stay connected with every family that buys a puppy from me. I enjoy updates and pictures of your puppy as he/she is growing up. Remember, I loved your puppy before you even got to hold him, so please remember me as you raise and love your puppy. I am easy going, easy to work with, and I am here for you anytime you have a question. My life is good, and I am blessed with many wonderful family members that support me and what I am doing.
Remember in your search for a puppy that there are many, many dogs in shelters and rescues that need a loving home. Some are in high-kill shelters. These dogs are not there by choice; it isn’t because they were bad dogs. Maybe their humans didn't have time for them. Or didn't know what they were getting into before they got a dog. The dog doesn’t understand why he isn't loved; why he’s in a strange place. Please consider saving one of these dogs before you buy from me or any other breeder. You can check petfinder and your local shelter.
NOTE: Visits are by appointment only! You must make arrangements with me ahead of time. Thank you.
A bit about Schnoodles
A schnoodle is a cross between a schnauzer and a poodle The word “schnoodle” is a portmanteau word combining the two breed names.
A schnoodle puppy can take on the coat characteristics of either breed, such as developing the rough, coarse, wiry hair of the Schnauzer, the softer hair of the Poodle, or any intermediary coat.
The beard will also be more noticeable (poodles also have a beard but it is usually shaved off.) Schnoodle colors include black, white, brown, grey, and apricot and red. Multi-colored dogs can include "phantom, black & white, liver tan, black & silver, sable, parti, salt & pepper, black & silver and merle.
Schnoodles have become more popular as individuals are looking for companion animals that are hypoallergenic and easily trainable. Because both poodles and schnauzers are hypoallergenic, schnoodles tend to have a hypoallergenic coat. Their coats may require weekly brushing and combing evey week.. to ensure matting does not become an issue.
Hair cuts every 6 weeks depending on the coat type.
I only breed 1st generation schnoodles (a pure-breed poodle with a pure-breed schnauzer). My schnoodles are typically 6-12 lbs. when full-grown (a small miniature schnoodle). Depending on the mom, some puppies may be in the 6-10 lb. range when full-grown (a toy schnoodle). NOTE: Within the breed, Toy schnoodles typically weigh 6-10 lbs. and are 8-10 inches in height. Miniature schnoodles typically weigh 10-20 lbs. and are 10-12 inches in height.
