While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Giant Schnoodles are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Silky Cocker is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Active
Alert
Powerful
Intelligent
Dominant
Loyal
Kind
Strong
Willed
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual

Active
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Affectionate
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful
Easygoing

Giant Schnoodles shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Silky Cockers are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Giant Schnoodles are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Silky Cockers aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Standard Poodle and Giant Schnauzer

Maltese and American Cocker Spaniel

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Silver
White

Black
Red
Cream
Brown

Giant Schnoodles have medium-length coats.

Silky Cockers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Giant Schnoodle can have a litter of 5-8 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Silky Cocker can have a litter of 6-8 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Giant Schnoodles are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Silky Cockers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Giant Schnoodles typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

While the Silky Cocker breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Addison's Disease
Mitral Valve Disease
Cobalamin Malabsorption
Sebaceous Adentitis

Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Seborrhea
Skin Problems
Patent Ductus Arteriosus
Obesity

Entropion
Chronic Anemia
Autoimmune Thyroiditis
Corneal Dystrophy

Entropion
Ectropion
Corneal Erosion
Phosphofructokinase Deficiency
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Hydrocephalus
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Dental Disease
Portosystemic Shunt
Shaker Dog Syndrome

Hip
Thyroid Tests
Eye Examination
Blood Tests and Analysis
Heart Analysis

X-Rays
Dental Examination
Physical Examination
Eye examination
Blood Tests

Giant Schnoodle has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Silky Cocker has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Giant Schnoodle dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Silky Cockers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Treats, Swimming, Fetch, Bath time, Car rides, Walks, Walk, Run, Guard dog, Brushing, Chase, Toys, Doing tricks, Watch tv, Hide & Seek, Football, Giving baths, Walking, Playing, Toothbrushing, Watching movies

Walk, Playing

Giant Schnoodles are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Silky Cockers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Giant Schnoodle, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Silky Cocker, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

Giant Schnoodles require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The Silky Cocker requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Giant Schnoodle should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Silky Cocker should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 100-120 pound (45 - 54 kg) Giant Schnoodle feed 4 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 14-18 pound (6 - 8 kg) Silky Cocker feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Giant Schnoodle is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average cost of a Silky Cocker is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Giant Schnoodle is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Silky Cocker is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Giant Schnoodle is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Silky Cockers are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Giant Schnoodles are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Silky Cockers make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Giant Schnoodles are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Silky Cockers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Giant Schnoodles are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Silky Cockers are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Giant Schnoodles are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Silky Cockers are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Giant Schnoodles are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Silky Cockers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Giant Schnoodles are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Silky Cockers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.