Active
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Trainable
Fearless
Faithful
Instinctual

Active
Stubborn
Protective
Alert
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Reliable
Loyal
Trainable
Watchful
Hard working

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

Mali-dutchies are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

United States

United States

Poodle and Smooth Fox Terrier

Dutch Shepherd and Belgian Malinois

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Gray
Blue
Silver
White

Brindle
Silver
Fawn
Brown
Black

Smooth Foodles have medium-length coats.

Mali-dutchies have short coats.

Wiry

Straight

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.

A Mali-dutchie 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.

Smooth Foodles are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Mali-dutchies are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Patellar Luxation
Sebaceous Adenitis
Gastric Dilation Volvulus
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

None

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

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Retinal Dysplasia
Pannus
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Degenerative Myelopathy
Cryptorchidism
Atopy

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)

Blood Test
Dna For Pra
Eye Examinations
Thyroid Testing
Full Body Physical Examination
Hip and Elbow X-rays

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

Mali-dutchie has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Mali-dutchie, it's at least 18 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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.

In general most Mali-dutchies 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.

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.

The Mali-dutchie requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Smooth Foodle 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, Mali-dutchie should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

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.

For an average 60-80 pound (27 - 36 kg) Mali-dutchie 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.

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

The average cost of a Mali-dutchie is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

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.

The average per month expenses of a Mali-dutchie 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 Smooth Foodle is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Smooth Foodles make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Mali-dutchies are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Mali-dutchies are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.