Char Holland - 2012-05-31 We have 2 schnoodles that are litter mates. They are almost 5 years old and one of them (Shadow) started having seizures at age 2.5. Recently, these have progressed to cluster seizures. I'm looking for any information anyone else may have with this experience. We are looking at medicine to control and/or prevent the seizures rather than costly MRI and other tests. We love this breed, our schnoodles are 2nd generation mini-schnauzer and poodle mix. They are smart, loving, active and no dander/shedding to bother our allergies.
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Char Holland - 2012-05-31 And I just found on this site, schnoodles can be prone to seizure disorders. :(
Charlie Roche - 2012-05-31 I understand about the MRI costs - then they give you the medicine. I was thinking maybe your local SPCA or shelter would know what medicine to get. There is also an online site Drs Foster and Smith who (as far as I know still) provide a vet to speak with and prescribe medication and they have the medication you can order online Drs Foster and Smith
Charlotte Holland - 2012-06-25 We started Shadow on Keppra every 8 hours. He is doing well, and tolerates the medicine just fine.
carmen - 2013-04-25 First and very important do a blood workup. We had a wonderful poodle for 12 years. She started having seizures at 2 1/2. We treated her for a year with phenol barbital. It wasn't working. Another vet suggested running a blood test. It turned out she had a para thyroid problem. She wasnt absorbing any calcium in her blood. We were able to treat her with vitamin d calcium pills.
Charles Brown - 2009-12-07 I grew up the more traditional dog breeds but I have to say our schnoodle is exceptional in every way: fantastic temperment, very affectionate, great with kids, hightly intelligent and great with kids. I can't say enough good things about this breed...
Joel - 2012-04-22 But what about life spans for Schnoodles? And what health issues have people encountered? I'm considering a Schnoodle after having had Schnauzers the past 20 years and dealing with Cushings, diabetes and cancer with them once they reached 10 yrs. old.
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Charlie Roche - 2012-04-22 The life span for a Snoodle is said to be around 14 years old. Per the Animal World article above some health concerns are for the eyes and epilepsy.
Paul Cosgrove - 2010-01-16 It's funny about the posting about Max. We have a Max the same age he's the smartest dog I've ever seen. All he does is give love and wants to play. Summer time he jumps on a pool float goes to sleep get hot jumps in the water swims gets out of the pool goes to the deck grabs a TOWEL with his teeth from the railing(he's wet from the pool) jumps on a chair in the sun and lays on it. Get hot again walks up to the pool steps waits for a float to go around {filter is on} and jumps om it again (if you give a mouse a cookie...) If we are playing catch with the pool torpedo he will dive under water and some times get it!
Lisa Orasanin - 2010-01-07 We have a 15 month old Schnoodle (Max), who is a complete joy. He was a superstar at puppy training class and I've just enrolled him in agility training (start next week!) to keep his mind active. He's a complete love, runs faster than most dogs twice his size, and just wants to be near the family. I would highly recommend this breed for anyone who wants a dog that is engaging, intelligent, and active.
Sharon - 2008-12-07 I had never heard of a schnoodle until I got one for my husband for valentines day. He is adorable and everyone that sees him falls in love and wants one. Ollie loves walks, riding in the car, and running in the yard. A bundle of energy but listens well to our commands. He is truly part of the family.
Bred since the 1970's, the Schnoodle is a most curious hybrid and is fast becoming a popular pet.
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We have 2 schnoodles that are litter mates. They are almost 5 years old and one of them (Shadow) started having seizures at age 2.5. Recently, these have progressed to cluster seizures. I'm looking for any information anyone else may have with this experience. We are looking at medicine to control and/or prevent the seizures rather than costly MRI and other tests.
We love this breed, our schnoodles are 2nd generation mini-schnauzer and poodle mix. They are smart, loving, active and no dander/shedding to bother our allergies.
And I just found on this site, schnoodles can be prone to seizure disorders. :(
I understand about the MRI costs - then they give you the medicine. I was thinking maybe your local SPCA or shelter would know what medicine to get. There is also an online site Drs Foster and Smith who (as far as I know still) provide a vet to speak with and prescribe medication and they have the medication you can order online Drs Foster and Smith
We started Shadow on Keppra every 8 hours. He is doing well, and tolerates the medicine just fine.
First and very important do a blood workup. We had a wonderful poodle for 12 years. She started having seizures at 2 1/2. We treated her for a year with phenol barbital. It wasn't working. Another vet suggested running a blood test. It turned out she had a para thyroid problem. She wasnt absorbing any calcium in her blood. We were able to treat her with vitamin d calcium pills.
I grew up the more traditional dog breeds but I have to say our schnoodle is exceptional in every way: fantastic temperment, very affectionate, great with kids, hightly intelligent and great with kids. I can't say enough good things about this breed...
But what about life spans for Schnoodles? And what health issues have people encountered? I'm considering a Schnoodle after having had Schnauzers the past 20 years and dealing with Cushings, diabetes and cancer with them once they reached 10 yrs. old.
The life span for a Snoodle is said to be around 14 years old. Per the Animal World article above some health concerns are for the eyes and epilepsy.
It's funny about the posting about Max. We have a Max the same age he's the smartest dog I've ever seen. All he does is give love and wants to play. Summer time he jumps on a pool float goes to sleep get hot jumps in the water swims gets out of the pool goes to the deck grabs a TOWEL with his teeth from the railing(he's wet from the pool) jumps on a chair in the sun and lays on it. Get hot again walks up to the pool steps waits for a float to go around {filter is on} and jumps om it again (if you give a mouse a cookie...) If we are playing catch with the pool torpedo he will dive under water and some times get it!
We have a 15 month old Schnoodle (Max), who is a complete joy. He was a superstar at puppy training class and I've just enrolled him in agility training (start next week!) to keep his mind active. He's a complete love, runs faster than most dogs twice his size, and just wants to be near the family. I would highly recommend this breed for anyone who wants a dog that is engaging, intelligent, and active.
I had never heard of a schnoodle until I got one for my husband for valentines day. He is adorable and everyone that sees him falls in love and wants one. Ollie loves walks, riding in the car, and running in the yard. A bundle of energy but listens well to our commands. He is truly part of the family.
That is so cute, great job.