Designer / Mixed Breed Active energy Curly coat Designer / Mixed Breed ๐Ÿฉ Poodle mix

Flandoodle

Affectionate, Active, Courageous

Flandoodle is a designer cross between the Bouvier des Flandres and the Poodle (Standard). This mix usually weighs about 66-99 pounds, often has a curly, low-shed-leaning coat, and often blends an active, people-oriented temperament from both sides of the pedigree. Common monitorโ€ฆ

โš–๏ธ 66.14โ€“99.21 lbs ๐Ÿ“ 21.2โ€“26.4" ๐ŸŽ‚ 10โ€“15 years ๐Ÿง  Intelligence #29 โ€” above-average

Traits

Flandoodle Characteristics

Energy

70%

Shedding

40%

Trainability

80%

Grooming

90%

Friendliness

70%

Coat Type

Curly coat Specialty/Professional

Breed data

Data Snapshot

๐Ÿง  #29

Intelligence

๐ŸŽ‚ 12.5yr

Average lifespan

๐Ÿ’ฐ $24K

Lifetime cost

๐Ÿ– $562/yr

Annual food estimate

๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ‘ง Great

With kids

๐Ÿฉบ 2

Known conditions

Known genetic concerns: Glaucoma, Heart issues

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Care basics

Flandoodle Care Tips

Needs 60-90 minutes of purposeful daily exercise plus mental work to stay balanced.

Coat can mat quicklyโ€”brush several times per week and plan regular professional grooming.

Usually responds well to positive-reinforcement training and early socialization.

Routine cardiac checkups are worth prioritizing if murmurs or exercise intolerance appear.

Owner fit

Who the Flandoodle Suits

  • Recommended for experienced owners โ€” higher owner difficulty rating of 8/10.

  • Better suited to homes with outdoor space โ€” this large needs room to move.

  • Naturally friendly and energetic, this breed fits best with early socialization and clear routines.

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