Flandoodle Breed Information & Characteristics

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

Active
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Loyal
Gentle
Trainable
Faithful
Familiar
Rational
Instinctual

Flandoodle dogs are low shedders. The coat sheds an average amount and doesn't require much care.

Flandoodles are not the best watchdogs. If you want a guard dog, the Flandoodle is not the breed for you. They will 'watch' everything - but that's usually as far as they go.

United States

Poodle, Bouvier des Flandres

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

1990s

Hazel
Brown

Black

Brown
Black
White
Gray
Red
Blue

The coat of a Flandoodle is longer than that of the typical dog.

Curly

A Flandoodle can have a litter of 5-10 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.

Flandoodles are known for their adaptability and versatility, they are capable of adapting well to a wide range of lifestyle changes and living environments. They are a highly adaptable breed, and make great companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

The Flandoodle is generally considered to be healthy. However, like all breeds, they are susceptible to certain health issues and it is important to keep an eye out for them and address them with your veterinarian as needed.

Sebaceous Adenitis
Hip Dysplasia
Gastric Dilation Volvulus

Cataracts
Glaucoma
Megaesophagus
Laryngeal Paralysis

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Ultrasound
Urinalysis
Blood Tests

Flandoodles are known for their high energy levels, so if you're looking for a more low-key dog, this breed may not be the best choice.

Flandoodle have above average social needs compared to other breeds.They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

The Flandoodle dog requires a moderate amount of physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. These breeds are ideal for people who have a moderate amount of time to devote to their pet and enjoy regular physical activity themselves. They also make great family pets as they have the energy to keep up with children and the temperament to be great companions.

Flandoodles dogs are tend to sleep less than other breeds, but they still require adequate sleep to maintain good health.

Flandoodle dogs tends to bark less frequently than most other dogs. They tend to be quieter and less vocal than other breeds. They may only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner of something or to communicate something. They do not bark excessively, and may not bark as much as other dogs in certain situations, such as when they are left alone.

Fetch, Walking, Hike, Biking, Hiking, Swimming, Tricks, Dog Parks, Cuddling, Training, Tug-of-war

Flandoodles 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Flandoodle, it's at least 11 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Flandoodles usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

This breed is known for having high grooming needs.

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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 65-85 pound (29 - 39 kg) Flandoodle feed 3 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 Flandoodle is somewhere $2.80 - $4.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Flandoodle is between $84 - $126. This makes an average of $1008 - $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 Flandoodle breed is considered very intelligent and easy to train.

This dog breed is more sensitive than others and easily overwhelmed by new surroundings and people. They need gentle handling and a calm, stable home environment with positive reinforcement training.

Flandoodles are dogs that do well in apartments with sufficient exercise, but they would really appreciate a small yard.

A Flandoodles typical characteristics indicate that this breed of dog is an ideal companion for kids and makes them family pets. Their gentle and protective nature and calm mentality make them gel along quickly with the younger humans

Flandoodles are one of the best dogs for cats. They're accept cats readily as part of the family. However, this dog breed should be trained to not chase after the kitty early on

Flandoodles are friendly, active and loyal companions. They generally love to be around other dogs, making them a good family pet for some,

Flandoodles are average friendly around strangers. They can be wary around strangers and a little standoffish. Early socialisation is key.

The Flandoodle is a playful dog. So, no matter how busy the day may get, the best thing you can do for your Flandoodle is to make time each day to play. It can be as little as 15-20 minutes, and it will mean the world to them.

Flandoodle dogs are known for their ease of training and ability to learn quickly, making them a popular choice for pet owners and trainers alike.