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 Havachin 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

Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Companionable
Sturdy
Amiable
Charming

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

Avoid Havachins as watchdogs - they're not effective.

United States

​United States

Poodle, Bouvier des Flandres

Havanese, Japanese Chin

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

Unknown

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brown
Black
White
Gray
Red
Blue

Black
White
Sable
Gray
Red

Flandoodles have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Havachins have medium-length coats.

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 Havachin can have a litter of 1-9 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.

Sebaceous Adenitis
Hip Dysplasia
Gastric Dilation Volvulus

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Mitral Valve Disease
Portosystemic Shunt
Heart Murmur

Cataracts
Glaucoma
Megaesophagus
Laryngeal Paralysis

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

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

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Ophthalmic Examination

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

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

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

Havachins are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

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.

Havachins 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 Havachin, it's at least 9 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 Havachins usually need at least 30 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 Havachin requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Havachin 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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Scissors
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.

For an average 6-13 pound (3 - 6 kg) Havachin feed 1 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 cost of a Havachin is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 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 Havachin is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 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.

Flandoodle is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Havachin has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Flandoodles are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Havachins make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Flandoodles make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Havachins are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

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

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

Havachins are highly friendly around strangers.