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

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

Active
Playful
Happy
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Lively
Gentle
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual

Affectionate
Lively
Friendly

Daisy Dogs shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Dutch Smoushonds are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Avoid Daisy Dogs as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Dutch Smoushonds are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

United States

Netherlands

Poodle, Shih-Tzu, Bichon Frise

Poodle, Brussels Griffon, Border Terrier and German Schnauzer

1950s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Red
Silver
Gray
Black
Brown
Blue

Cream

Straight

Wiry

A Daisy Dog can have a litter of 2-5 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.

A Dutch Smoushond can have a litter of 12-15 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.

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

Dutch Smoushonds have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

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

Patellar Luxation
Epilepsy
Bloat
Eye Problems
Addison's Disease

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Eye Problems

Hip Dysplasia
Reverse Sneezing
Bladder Stones and Infections

Arthritis

X-Rays
Ultrasound
Electrocardiogram
Urinalysis
Blood Gas Analysis
ACTH Stimulation Test
Blood Tests
Full Physical Examination
Skin Biopsy or Intradermal Tests for specific allergies
Radiography

OFA
Yearly Eye Exam
Yearly Physical Examination

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

Dutch Smoushond has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

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

Daisy Dogs bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

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

Fetch, Walk, Tug-of-war

Walking, Car rides, Tug-of-war

Daisy Dogs are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Daisy Dog dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

Dutch Smoushonds 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 Daisy Dog, it's at least 4 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 Dutch Smoushond, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Daisy Dogs usually need at least 30 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 Dutch Smoushonds 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.

Daisy Dogs have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

The Dutch Smoushond has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 12-17 pound (5 - 8 kg) Daisy Dog 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 20-22 pound (9 - 10 kg) Dutch Smoushond 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 Daisy Dog is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Dutch Smoushond is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Daisy Dog 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 Dutch Smoushond is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 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.

Daisy Dogs make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Daisy Dogs are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

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

Dutch Smoushonds are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

Dutch Smoushonds are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Daisy Dogs have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Dutch Smoushonds are not known for being a highly playful breed.

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

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