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 Puggle 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

Affectionate
Friendly
Loyal
Social
Cheerful
Intelligent
Playful

Flandoodles are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

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

Puggles are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

United States

United States

Poodle, Bouvier des Flandres

Beagle and Pug

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Hybrid Club
Designer Breed Registry
Designer Dogs Kennel Club
International Designer Canine Registry

1990s

1980s

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brown
Black
White
Gray
Red
Blue

Black
Fawn
Red
White

Flandoodles have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Puggles have short coats.

Curly

Straight

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 Puggle can have a litter of 10-15 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.

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

Puggles 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

Stenotic Nares
Entropion
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Congenital Heart Defect
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Cataracts
Glaucoma
Megaesophagus
Laryngeal Paralysis

Patellar Luxation
Cherry Eye
Glaucoma
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Corneal Ulcer

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

Eye
Blood
Heart
Liver Ultrasound
X-Rays
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
CT or MRI scan

Flandoodles' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Puggles are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

Puggle has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

Puggles have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

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

Puggles 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

Sleeping, Eating, Chew Toys, Lots of sleep, Walking, Fetch, Beach, Walk, Tug-of-war, Cuddle, Play, Cuddling

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.

Puggles 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 Puggle, it's at least 8 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 Puggles usually need at least 25 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 Puggle 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.

Puggle 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
Comb
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 15-30 pound (7 - 14 kg) Puggle feed 2 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 Puggle is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 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 Puggle is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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.

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

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Puggles have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

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

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

Puggles are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

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

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

Puggles are highly friendly around strangers.

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

Puggles may require more time and patience to learn commands, but with consistency, they can be trained.