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 Dalmador 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

Active
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful

Flandoodles are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Dalmadors are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

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

Dalmadors make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

United States

United States

Poodle, Bouvier des Flandres

Labrador Retriever and Dalmatian

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

1990s

1980s

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brown
Black
White
Gray
Red
Blue

Brown
White
Black

Flandoodles have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Dalmadors have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Curly

Straight

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

Dalmadors 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

Hip Dysplasia
Autoimmune Thyroiditis

Cataracts
Glaucoma
Megaesophagus
Laryngeal Paralysis

Patellar Luxation
Kidney Stones

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

X-Rays
Urinalysis
ECG
Full Physical Examination
Hearing Tests
Blood Tests and Analysis

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

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

Flandoodles need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Dalmadors require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Flandoodles sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Dalmadors are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

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

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

Jogging, Running, Walk, Training, Bath time, Play, Fetch, Swim, Run, Playing fetch, Guarding Home, Walks, Cuddles, Walking, Learning, Swimming

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.

Dalmadors 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 Dalmador, it's at least 12 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 Dalmadors usually need at least 120 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.

The Dalmador is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

Dalmador 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

Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of a Dalmador 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 Dalmador 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 apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Dalmadors can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Flandoodles are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

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

Dalmadors 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.

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