While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Dandie Dinmont Terriers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Froodle is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Affectionate
Determined
Independent
Intelligent
Companionable
Funny
Loving
Lively

Active
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Patient
Lively
Trainable
Keen
Faithful
Easygoing
Athletic
Bright
Instinctual

Dandie Dinmont Terriers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Froodles are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Border of Scotland and England

United States

terrier, otterhound, dachshund

French Bulldog, Poodle

1700s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Gray
Silver
White

Red
Gray
Blue
Black
Brindle
White
Cream
Fawn

Straight

Curly

A Dandie Dinmont Terrier can have a litter of 12-14 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 Froodle can have a litter of 3-5 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.

Dandie Dinmont Terriers are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

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

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Cushing's Disease

Diabetes
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Immune Mediated Haemolytic Anaemia (IMHA)
Heart Defects

Glaucoma
Corneal Opacities
Portosystemic Shunt

Patellar Luxation
Eye Infections

Blood Test
Liver Ultrasound
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

X-Rays
Electrocardiogram
Eye Tests
Ear Tests and Myringotomy Tests
Blood and Urine Tests
Wellness Check
Serum Chemistry Tests

Dandie Dinmont Terrier has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

Walk, Play, Run

Sleep, Run, Car trips, Swimming

Dandie Dinmont Terriers 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.

Froodles 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Dandie Dinmont Terrier, it's at least 8 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 Froodle, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Dandie Dinmont Terriers usually need at least 60 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 Froodles 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.

The Dandie Dinmont Terrier requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Froodles require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Dandie Dinmont Terrier 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

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

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 18-24 pound (8 - 11 kg) Dandie Dinmont Terrier feed 0.8 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 18-22 pound (8 - 10 kg) Froodle 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 Dandie Dinmont Terrier is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Froodle is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

Dandie Dinmont Terriers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

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

Froodles are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Dandie Dinmont Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Froodles are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Dandie Dinmont Terriers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

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