Active
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful

Active
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Trainable
Fearless
Faithful
Instinctual

Dalmadors are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Smooth Foodles are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

United States

United States

Labrador Retriever and Dalmatian

Poodle and Smooth Fox Terrier

1980s

2000's

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brown
White
Black

Black
Brown
Gray
Blue
Silver
White

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

Smooth Foodles have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wiry

A Dalmador 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 Smooth Foodle can have a litter of 3-6 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.

Dalmadors typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

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

Hip Dysplasia
Autoimmune Thyroiditis

Patellar Luxation
Sebaceous Adenitis
Gastric Dilation Volvulus
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Kidney Stones

Deafness
Cataracts
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Von Willebrand's Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Wobbler's Syndrome
Bleeding Disorder
Eye Diseases and Disorders
Canine Cushing’s Disease
Cerebellar Abiotrophy (Ataxia)
Myasthenia Gravis
Pyruvate Kinase (PK) Deficiency

X-Rays
Urinalysis
ECG
Full Physical Examination
Hearing Tests
Blood Tests and Analysis

Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Ear Tests and Myringotomy Tests
Yearly Physical Examination
Various Blood Testing Modalities
Eye Examinations (both internal as well as external)
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
Dental and Oral Examinations
Echocardiography (ultrasound)

Dalmadors are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Dalmadors 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.

Smooth Foodles 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 Dalmador, it's at least 12 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 Smooth Foodle, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Dalmadors 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.

In general most Smooth Foodles 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.

The Dalmador is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Smooth Foodles 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.

Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 54-80 pound (24 - 36 kg) Dalmador 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 5-65 pound (2 - 29 kg) Smooth Foodle 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 Dalmador is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Smooth Foodle is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Dalmador is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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 Smooth Foodle 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.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

Dalmadors can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Smooth Foodles are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.