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 Shug 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

Curious
Playful
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Watchful
Cheerful

Flandoodles are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Shugs 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.

Avoid Shugs as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Poodle, Bouvier des Flandres

German Shepherd, Pug

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

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

1990s

Unknown

Hazel
Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

Brown
Black
White
Gray
Red
Blue

Black
Brindle
Fawn
Cream

Flandoodles have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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

Curly

Wiry

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 Shug can have a litter of 6-10 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.

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

The Shug breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Sebaceous Adenitis
Hip Dysplasia
Gastric Dilation Volvulus

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Cataracts
Glaucoma
Megaesophagus
Laryngeal Paralysis

Allergies
Brachycephalic Syndrome

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

X-Rays
Respiratory Tests
Blood Tests
Full Body Physical Examination especially of the joints

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

Shugs have low energy levels, ideal for a relaxed lifestyle.

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

Shugs need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

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

Shugs 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

Walks, Walks dog parks, Cuddli, Playing fetch, Tracking, Hide and seek, Walking, Cuddling, Training, Water, Feeding, Tug-of-war, Walk

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.

Shugs 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 Shug, 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 Shugs usually need at least 45 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 Shug has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Shug 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
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 45-50 pound (20 - 23 kg) Shug 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 Shug 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 Shug 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.

Shug is an independent and stubborn breed with low obedience intelligence, making training a test of patience.

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

The Shug is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Shugs are highly friendly around strangers.

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

Shugs 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.

Shugs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.