Therefore, you can choose the right size to mix with any other dog breed. They also come in a range of sizes from teacup to standard. Poodleĭespite their reputation as “prissy” dogs, Poodles are quite athletic.
This mix is small, adorable, and perfect for warm-weather locations. Chihuahua x Havanese (Cheenese)Ī post shared by Freddie of Newy 🤙🏻 together two small and generally healthy dog breeds will give you a Cheenese. It is a good thing though because a moving body is a healthy body. Jack Russells are known for their endless energy and Jack Chis usually inherit that energy. By combining them together in a Chi-poo, you get an adorable companion that is expected to live a long and healthy life. Chihuahua x Poodle (Chi-poo)Ĭhihuahuas and Poodles are two of the healthiest dogs as purebreds and mixes. Their small size means they are not prone to the musculoskeletal issues that plague larger dogs. This breed has a lifespan of 15-20 years old. ChihuahuaĬhihuahuas are both the smallest dog breed and one of the healthiest dog breeds. By mixing with a longer-snouted breed, the brachycephalic issues of the Boston Terrier are minimized.
Even though Boston Terriers are not working dogs, they can easily match the energy of an Australian Cattle Dog. This unexpected combination is a mix of two breeds known for their great personalities. Australian Cattle Dog x Boston Terrier (Boston Cattle Dog) This mix looks more like an Australian Shepherd but usually has the thick hair of the Australian Cattle Dog. Texas Heelers, which get their name because Australian Shepherds were actually bred in Texas, are also high-energy herding dogs. Australian Cattle Dog x Australian Shepherd (Texas Heeler) Thanks to their activity level and medium size, Border Heelers are not at risk for many health conditions. You can expect this high energy to be ready to work or play at all times. Australian Cattle Dog x Border Collie (Border Heeler)īorder Heelers are mixes of two of the most energetic herding breeds. The Guinness World Record holder for the oldest dog was an Australian Cattle Dog named Bluey who lived to 29 years old. They are extremely active and that activity helps to keep their bodies healthy. The Australian Cattle Dog, also called a Heeler, is one of the healthiest dog breeds. Poogles tend to have the soft fur of a Poodle and the coloration of a Beagle. Beagle x Basset Hound (Bagel)Ī post shared by Lenny like Cheagles, Poogles are mixes of two generally healthy dog breeds. Both Beagles and Chihuahuas have long lifespans and minimal health issues. Beagle x Chihuahua (Cheagle)Ĭheagles are a mix of two generally healthy dog breeds. They have an average lifespan of 12-15 years. While they can suffer from eye and hip problems, these conditions usually don’t cause problems until later in life. Beagleīeagles are small dogs that were originally bred for hunting. Oftentimes, the healthiest mixed breed dogs come from choosing two breeds that are not prone to the same health conditions.
When looking at mixed breeds that are a combination of two purebred parents, it can be helpful to look at how healthy the parent breeds are. Mutts can be a mix of two breeds or more than 20 breeds. There are an endless number of possible combinations for mixed breed dogs. For example, large dogs (regardless if they are purebred or mixed) are at risk for hip dysplasia due to their size. Mixed dogs can still suffer from any and all health conditions that affect canines. Mixed breed dogs can still get sick, but they are less likely to inherit a genetic predisposition when their parents are different breeds. Why People Think Mixed Breed Dogs are HealthierĮstablished breeds with long histories may indeed be prone to specific hereditary health conditions. By choosing purebred breeds that are generally healthy, you can predict mixed breeds that are less prone to health issues. All dogs evolved from wolves, so different breeds and mixes share similar DNA. While this might not be entirely true, there might be some health benefits from choosing certain breeds to mix. It is commonly said that mixed breed dogs or “mutts” are healthier than purebred dogs.
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