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.

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

Active
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Loyal
Gentle
Trainable
Faithful
Familiar
Rational
Instinctual

Protective
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Affectionate
Obedient
Patient
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Strong
Willed
Fearless
Elegant
Hard working
Herding

Flandoodles are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Collie Pyreneess shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

United States

United Kingdom

Poodle, Bouvier des Flandres

Great Pyrenees and Collie

1990s

Unknown

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brown
Black
White
Gray
Red
Blue

White
Fawn

Flandoodles have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Collie Pyreneess have medium-length coats.

Curly

Wavy

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.

A Collie Pyrenees can have a litter of 6-9 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 highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Collie Pyreneess are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

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

Sebaceous Adenitis
Hip Dysplasia
Gastric Dilation Volvulus

Patellar Luxation
Degenerative Myelopathy
Gastric Dilation Volvulus
Optic Nerve Columba

Cataracts
Glaucoma
Megaesophagus
Laryngeal Paralysis

Elbow Dysplasia

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

Physical Examination
Radiographs
Urinalysis
Joint Fluid Sample
Blood Work

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

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

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

Errands, Playing toss, Walks, Dog Parks, Cuddling, Ball, Fetch, Hide and seek, Long walks, Running him, Walking, Training, Playing, Hiking, Greeting, Chase, Walk, Play, Tug-of-war, Zoomies, Walks a

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.

Collie Pyreneess 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 Flandoodle, it's at least 11 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 Collie Pyrenees, it's at least 6 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.

In general most Collie Pyreneess usually need at least 40 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Flandoodles have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Collie Pyreneess 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.

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

Collie Pyrenees 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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Flandoodle is somewhere $2.80 - $4.20 per day.

The average cost of a Collie Pyrenees is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 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 average per month expenses of a Collie Pyrenees is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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.

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.

Flandoodles are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Collie Pyreneess are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Flandoodles are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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

Collie Pyreneess have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Flandoodles are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

The Collie Pyrenees is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.