| Breed |  Pomsky |  Standard Schnauzer |
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| Origin | United States and Europe (modern crossbreed) | Germany |
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| Group | Crossbreed | Utility |
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| Size | Small | Medium |
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| Coat | Thick, plush double coat | Harsh wiry double coat with beard and eyebrows |
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| Weight | 7 to 14 kg | 14 to 20 kg |
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| Height | 25 to 38 cm | 45 to 50 cm |
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| Lifespan | 12 to 15 yrs | 13 to 16 yrs |
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| Exercise need | 8/10 | 7/10 |
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| Affection | 8/10 | 8/10 |
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| Grooming needs | 6/10 | 6/10 |
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| Barking | 8/10 | 7/10 |
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| Good with children | 6/10 | 7/10 |
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| Good with other dogs | 6/10 | 6/10 |
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| Trainability | 6/10 | 8/10 |
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| Prey drive | 6/10 | 6/10 |
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| Copes alone | 3/10 | 5/10 |
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| Drool | 1/10 | 1/10 |
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| Shedding | 9/10 | 2/10 |
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| Flat fit | 5/10 | 6/10 |
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| Running cost | €82 / month | €96 / month |
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Pomsky verdict
The Husky look in a smaller, louder package
Get one if
- · Active owners wanting Husky character in a smaller dog
- · Homes without close neighbours
- · People happy to brush several times a week
Think again if
- · Allergy sufferers
- · Thin-walled flats where noise matters
- · Owners away for long hours
Standard Schnauzer verdict
The original Schnauzer: bearded, bright and always on duty.
Get one if
- · Active families with children
- · Owners wanting a low-shedding medium dog
- · People who enjoy training and dog sports
Think again if
- · Owners wanting a dog that ignores the doorbell
- · People unwilling to maintain a wire coat
- · Very sedentary households
