Yorkiepoo: Yorkie + Poodle
Height: 7 – 10 inches Weight: 3 – 14 pounds Lifespan: 12 – 15 years
Personality: Combine the energy of a Yorkshire terrier and the brilliance of a poodle, and you’ve set yourself up for an obedient, confident dog who likes being in on the action but doesn’t necessarily need to be the center of attention. Yorkiepoos require just as much mental exercise as they do physical exercise. Adaptable to just about any lifestyle, these are great options for first-time dog owners.
Potential Health Issues: Liver and breathing issues have been known to develop in Yorkiepoos, as has knee joint pain.
1 Chiweenie: Chihuahua + Dachshund
Height: 8 – 12 inches Weight: 5 – 10 pounds Lifespan: 13 – 16 years
Personality: Take two small breeds and put them together for a cuteness overload! The Chiweenie is a versatile creature who works well in single-parent apartments or big family compounds. These are brave little dogs who serve up steadfast loyalty and exuberant companionship. Not afraid to bark warnings to potential threats, they may be stubborn during training because they think they know best. So, have patience and focus on the cuddles if you get frustrated.
Potential Health Issues: Poor Chihuahuas often suffer from allergies, which tends to trickle down into Chiweenie pups.
1 Cavador: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel + Labrador Retriever
Height: 18 – 25 inches Weight: 22 – 55 pounds Lifespan: 10 – 14 years
Personality: You’d be hard-pressed to find a more amiable hybrid breed than the Cavador. Since the 1990s, this breed has been very popular among families due to its gentle, protective demeanor. They’ve got tons of playful energy (so get outdoors with a Cavador whenever you can) and more than enough affection to go around.
Potential Health Issues: Spinal issues also show up in Cavadors; sometimes brain and spinal cavities fill with fluid and can cause severe pain.
Top 10 Breeds in Mixed Breed Dogs
Breed. It’s everything and nothing in the world of dogs. We use breeds to describe our dog’s personality, to judge how much exercise they should do, or to find a dog with the right temperament.
But what about the mixed breeds? Those pups with a bit of this and a bit of that?
Well, there’s plenty of variation and plenty to say. So, whether you’re thinking of giving a home to a mixed breed dog or you already share your home with one of these wonderful mutts, we’ve answered all your questions about them – and then some!