35 of the Best Mixed Dog Breeds
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While mixing dog breeds can potentially bring together the best of each parent breed, the truth is you never know how things will shake out. With pure breeds, their characteristics are pretty predictable with little deviation. But, with mixed breeds, their size, looks and temperament can vary widely, making it exponentially harder to decide which one might be best suited for your family.
To help you get started with this all-important decision, here are 35 of the best mixed dog breeds, plus all the details of what makes them so wonderful.
Morkie
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Morkies are an adorable mix of the Yorkshire Terrier and the Maltese. Morkies are smart as a whip, which makes training a breeze, and they are very attached to their families.
While they are fun and energetic, they’re also the epitome of a lapdog. Morkies love to snuggle, so they’re never too far from a pile of blankets.
Morkie Overview
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Temperament: Smart, Loving, Loyal
Height: 8-10 inches
Weight: 6-18 pounds
Life Expectancy: 12-15 years
Aussiepom
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These little guys are a sweet blend of Australian Shepherd and Pomeranian. Born of parent breeds that are active, fun-loving and smart, Aussiepoms are plenty playful and ever so affectionate.
While they love to snuggle up next to their favorite humans, Aussiepoms do not like to be left alone. And when they are left unattended, chances are high they’ll make their displeasure known a la a bit of destructive behavior.
Aussiepom Overview
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Temperament: Energetic, Playful, Smart
Height: 11-17 inches
Weight: 10-30 pounds
Life Expectancy: 12-15 years
Cavachon
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This designer breed is a combination of the Bichon Frise and the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. With two incredibly adorable parent breeds, it stands to reason that these little guys are just as precious.
Cavachons are gentle, sweet-natured and tolerant, characteristics that make them perfect additions to families with young children. Moreover, Cavachons crave attention, and they tend to form close bonds with their families.
Cavachon Overview
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Temperament: Playful, Friendly, Affectionate
Height: 12-13 inches
Weight: 15-35 pounds
Life Expectancy: 10-15 years
Chiweenie
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Chiweenies are a delightful mix of Chihuahuas and Dachshunds. As a nod to their lineage, Chiweenies are also affectionately known as “Mexican Hot Dogs” or “German Tacos.”
Although tiny in size, Chiweenies tend to have personalities that are larger than life. While they are incredibly smart, they can be a bit difficult to train (that’s the Dachshund speaking), and they can also be quite stubborn.
Chiweenie Overview
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Temperament: Stubborn, Energetic, Smart
Height: 6-10 inches
Weight: 5-12 pounds
Life Expectancy: 12-16 years
Shorkie
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A Shorkie is what you get when you combine a Shih Tzu with a Yorkshire Terrier. These little guys are highly intelligent and surprisingly independent. Generally speaking, Shorkies love their families and are happiest when it’s time to snuggle.
Courtesy of the Shih Tzu in them, Shorkies are pretty protective, and they have a low tolerance for ruffled feathers. Parents with small children may want to keep this in mind if they’re thinking about a new addition to the family.
Shorkie Overview
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Temperament: Protective, Independent, Intelligent
Height: 6-14 inches
Weight: 5-15 pounds
Life Expectancy: 11-16 years
Yorkipoo
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This designer breed is a cross between a Yorkshire Terrier and a Miniature Poodle. And just as one might expect, they are darling. Yorkipoos seem to check all the boxes — they are friendly, playful, smart and loyal.
These sweet pups are quite the social butterflies, too. They love their humans, like to be around other pups and are always ready to have some fun. Highly intelligent, this breed is easy to train, and, considering that they’re generally bursting with energy, regular exercise becomes pretty important.
Yorkipoo Overview
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Temperament: Affectionate, High-Energy, Social
Height: 7-15 inches
Weight: 3-14 pounds
Life Expectancy: 10-15 years
Cheagle
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This cross between the Chihuahua and Beagle results in a delightful dog that’s playful and fun-loving. Always on the hunt for attention, Cheagle’s love to cuddle with their humans. And thanks to the Chihuahua in them, they tend to be protective and maybe even a bit jealous.
Highly energetic, Cheagles require plenty of exercise, and all that energy could impede their training. Like most small breeds, they need to be socialized so that they’re not aggressive towards other dogs or children.
Cheagle Overview
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Temperament: Energetic, Affectionate, Protective
Height: 9-14 inches
Weight: 9-20 pounds
Life Expectancy: 10-14 years
Pomsky
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A relatively new designer dog breed, Pomskys are a mix between a Pomeranian and Siberian Husky. These little guys tend to be playful and sweet, so they make great family pets.
And while they are extremely intelligent, pet parents need to ensure that they get plenty of exercise to prevent boredom, which will undoubtedly be followed by destructive behavior.
Pomsky Overview
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Temperament: Sweet, Intelligent, Playful
Height: 10-15 inches
Weight: 7-40 pounds
Life Expectancy: 12-15 years
Cockapoo
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The oldest of the designer mixed-breed dogs, Cockapoos are a cross between Cocker Spaniels and Poodles. Cockapoos are highly intelligent (so they’re easy to train) and sweet-natured. They’re also quite friendly and very social, so they don’t particularly like to be left alone for long stretches.
Due to their sweet nature, Cockapoos tend to get along well in families. However, it may be worth noting that their excitable nature tends to make them more suitable for homes with older kids.
Cockapoo Overview
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Temperament: Friendly, Affectionate, Social
Height: 10-16 inches
Weight: 12-65 pounds
Life Expectancy: 13-15 years
Schnoodle
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A popular designer mix of the Schnauzer and Poodle, Schnoodles are just as cute as their name. While Schnoodles tend to have an even temperament, they need plenty of socialization and training.
Schnoodles love their families and require plenty of exercise. They are pretty intelligent, too, so they tend to be destructive when left alone for long stretches.
Schnoodle Overview
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Temperament: Even, Playful, Intelligent
Height: 10-26 inches at the shoulder
Weight: 20-75 pounds
Life Expectancy: 10-15 years
Goldendoodle
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Goldendoodles are a sweet mix of Golden Retrievers and Poodles. They are intelligent, affectionate and make an excellent choice for first-time pet owners. Goldendoodles are quite social, and they’re great for families as well.
They require a moderate amount of exercise and tend to suffer from separation anxiety when left alone too long.
Goldendoodle Overview
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Temperament: Social, Affectionate, Gentle
Height: 20-24 inches at the shoulder
Weight: 50-90 pounds
Life Expectancy: 10-15 years
Whoodle
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No, it’s not a teddy bear — it’s a cross between a Poodle and Wheaten Terrier. Known to be energetic and fun-loving, Whoodles are super-smart, so they require plenty of mental stimulation to keep boredom at bay.
Whoodles are also quite active and headstrong, so new pet parents may need to show them who’s boss when they join the family.
Whoodle Overview
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Temperament: Friendly, Active, Playful
Height: 12-20 inches at the shoulder
Weight: 20-45 pounds
Life Expectancy: 12-15 years
Puggle
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These unique-looking dogs are a squishy mix of Pugs and Beagles. Puggles are pretty active, and they love to play outside. And while they are plenty smart, training a Puggle is no walk in the park. However, new pet parents might find success with positive reinforcement.
Puggles are quite social, and they’re great with kids. That said, they’re far too friendly to make good guard dogs.
Puggle Overview
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Temperament: Smart, Energetic, Social
Height: 13-15 inches
Weight: 18-30 pounds
Life Expectancy: 10-15 years
Yoranian (or Yorkie Pom)
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Yoranians, also known as Yorkie Poms, are a cute little cross between Yorkshire Terriers and Pomeranians. While Yoranians love to be the center of attention, they also love their families in equal measure. So much so that they’re not fond of being left alone for too long.
These little guys are pretty overprotective, too, so they will bark at strangers.
Yoranian Overview
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Temperament: Energetic, Playful, Stubborn
Height: 6 -12 inches
Weight: 3-7 pounds
Life Expectancy: 12-17 years
Labradoodle
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A super-smart combination of Labradors and Poodles, it didn’t take long for Labradoodles to become a popular choice for service and therapy dogs. These sweet pups are loaded with energy, and they make friends with just about everyone they meet.
Labradoodles are great with kids (although with that much energy, you may need to mind the little ones) and other pets, so they make great family dogs, too.
Labradoodle Overview
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Temperament: Playful, Smart, High-energy
Height: 21-24 inches
Weight: 50-65 pounds
Life Expectancy: 12-14 years
Borsky
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Borsky’s are a fun mix of the Border Collie and Husky. They are eager to please and friendly, so they make a great addition to any family. Thanks to their parent breeds, Borsky’s are supremely intelligent, and they are known to go full-tilt at a moment’s notice.
Because they’re so bright, Borsky’s can be easy to train, but you may run into a roadblock if the stubborn Husky side decides to make an appearance.
Borsky Overview
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Temperament: Energetic, Intelligent, Affectionate
Height: 18-22 inches
Weight: 30-55 pounds
Life Expectancy: 12-15 years
Boxador
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Boxadors are a sharp mix of Boxers and Labradors, so they’re easy to train, and they make a great choice for first-time pet parents. With early socialization, Boxadors can grow to be super-friendly and outgoing.
They love kids and get along well with other pets, so they’ll make a great family addition. Boxadors love their humans, so they are prone to separation anxiety when left alone for long periods.
Boxador Overview
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Temperament: Energetic, Affectionate, Friendly
Height: 23 -25 inches
Weight: 50-110 pounds
Life Expectancy: 12-15 years
Corgidor
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As you might have guessed, Corgidors are a wonderful mix of Corgi and Labrador Retrievers. The result is an excellent guard dog that is loyal and affectionate.
What’s more, Corgidors love kids, and they are patient, so they make great family pets. Corgidors are also high-energy, so daily exercise is crucial.
Corgidor Overview
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Temperament: Protective, Energetic, Affectionate
Height: 10-24 inches
Weight: 30-60 pounds
Life Expectancy: 10-13 years
Golden Shepherd
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Golden Shepherds are a remarkable mix of German Shepherds and Golden Retrievers. They love their humans, thrive on interaction and they don’t particularly like to be left alone.
Golden Shepherds love kids, and once they are properly socialized, they make great family pets (and are even known to get along well with other dogs).
Golden Shepherd Overview
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Temperament: Smart, Energetic, Playful
Height: 20-26 inches
Weight: 60-80 pounds
Life Expectancy: 10-14 years
Beagador (or Labbe)
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The Beagador, also known as the Labbe, is a friendly cross between the Beagle and Labrador Retriever. With the best of both worlds, these sweet pups are energetic, affectionate and intelligent.
While they’re always ready for a little “rough and tumble,” they’ll never turn down snuggle time. Beagadors are pretty patient, and coupled with their playful personalities, they make great family dogs.
Beagador Overview
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Temperament: Friendly, Playful, Curious
Height: 15 -24 inches
Weight: 25-60 pounds
Life Expectancy: 10-15 years
Labsky
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Labskies are an exciting mix of Labrador Retriever and Siberian Huskies. The Siberian Husky in their DNA drives their need for speed, so it’s always go-time. Moreover, if the Husky in them takes over, you may have a stubborn pup that’s hard to train.
That said, Labskies are also known to be loyal dogs that love their humans so much that they thrive in families.
Labsky Overview
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Temperament: High-energy, Athletic, Playful
Height: 20-28 inches
Weight: 40-60 pounds
Life Expectancy: 10-12 years
Pitsky
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This mixed breed is a cross between the Pitbull and Siberian Husky. Thanks to the Husky in them, Pitskies are high-energy, and they require plenty of exercise — so they make great running partners.
Pitskies are also friendly, intelligent and great with kids, so they tend to be quite happy in a family.
Pitsky Overview
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Temperament: Loyal, Friendly, Athletic
Height: 16-25 inches
Weight: 30-80 pounds
Life Expectancy: 12-16 years
Ratcha
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Ratchas are a mix of the American Rat Terrier and Chihuahua. They are known to be quite affectionate toward their humans and even a bit over-protective. Ratchas don’t necessarily have a pack mentality, so they don’t do well with other dogs or kids.
But they tend to bond deeply with their humans and have a reputation for being serial snugglers.
Ratcha Overview
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Temperament: Affectionate, High-energy, Smart
Height: 10-16 inches
Weight: 10-15 pounds
Life Expectancy: 13-18 years
Rottador (or Labrottie)
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This mix of a Labrador Retriever and Rottweiler are loving, loyal and make excellent watchdogs. They are not aggressive, although early socialization is key.
Rottadors are easy to train, and while they make a wonderful family dog, you probably shouldn’t leave them alone for too long.
Rottador Overview
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Temperament: Smart, Energetic, Playful
Height: 24-27 inches
Weight: 70-115 pounds
Life Expectancy: 10-12 years
Shichi
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Shichis are a scrappy mix of Shih Tzu and Chihuahua. They are quite energetic and tend to show plenty of affection to their humans. While they are pretty gentle, Shichis are also quite overprotective, so they may not be the best choice for families with small children.
Shichis are generally easy to train, but the Chihuahua in them can make an appearance when you least expect it, and your efforts could be challenged by obstinance and their desire for independence.
Shichi Overview
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Temperament: Protective, Energetic, Affectionate
Height: 9-11 inches
Weight: 5-12 pounds
Life Expectancy: 12-15 years
Shollie
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This wonderful family dog is a mix between German Shepherds and Border Collies. Shollies are affectionate and loyal to their families, plus they love kids and tend to be overprotective of them.
Moreover, the Shollies' herding instincts make them friendly and sociable with other dogs and pets. Shollies are also highly intelligent and easy to train.
Shollie Overview
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Temperament: Smart, Energetic, Protective
Height: 21-29 inches
Weight: 70-80 pounds
Life Expectancy: 13-15 years
Labmaraner (or Weimador)
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Labmaraners are a cross between Labrador Retrievers and Weimaraners. These guys are sweet and gentle dogs that thrive in families. They are incredibly affectionate, highly social and they love children.
Their smarts make training them a breeze, and they have tons of energy, so daily exercise is a must.
Labmaraner Overview
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Temperament: Playful, Smart, Affectionate
Height: 22-28 inches
Weight: 60-100 pounds
Life Expectancy: 10-12 years
Siborgi (Horgi)
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These precious pups are a mix of Siberian Husky and the Corgi. Siborgis are high-energy, so they’ll do best in big yards with active families. They are sweet, friendly and love to be the center of attention.
With Husky running through their DNA, Siborgis tend to lean into their pack heritage, so they’re great in multi-dog homes.
Siborgi Overview
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Temperament: Attentive, Energetic, Friendly
Height: 12-15 inches
Weight: 20-50 pounds
Life Expectancy: 12-15 years
Shih-poo
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Shih-poos are a lovable mix of the Shih Tzu and Poodle. While Shih-poos make the ultimate lap dogs, they can’t resist the temptation of an afternoon walk or romp in the yard. After all, these sweet pups are also quite playful and highly affectionate.
Shih-poos are great with kids and other pets, but they tend to show their stubborn side when training time rolls around.
Shih-poo Overview
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Temperament: Intelligent, Playful, Affectionate
Height: 8-18 inches
Weight: 13-20 pounds
Life Expectancy: 13-17 years
Goberian
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Goberians are a mix of the Golden Retriever and Siberian Husky. Thanks to their parent breeds, they are high-energy, and they love to be around people. Goberians are known to be pretty smart, coupled with their desire to please their humans — both of which mean they’re pretty easy to train.
Goberians are great with other pets and children, but early socialization is essential.
Goberian Overview
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Temperament: Social, Smart, Energetic
Height: 20-24 inches
Weight: 45-90 pounds
Life Expectancy: 10-15 years
Chorkie
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Chorkies are a bubbly mix of the Chihuahua and the Yorkshire Terrier. Although Chorkies are loyal to their humans, they can be quite aggressive with strangers. They are intelligent, eager to please and are great with kids.
But while these traits make them great for families, they also lend to bouts of separation anxiety when they’re left alone for long stretches.
Chorkie Overview
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Temperament: Outgoing, Energetic, Loyal
Height: 6-9 inches
Weight: 8-15 pounds
Life Expectancy: 12-15 years
Dorgi
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Dorgis are a mix of the Welsh Corgi and Dachshund. These pups are playful but a bit stubborn as well, which can make them difficult to train..
Dorgis like to be the center of attention, and they’ll fit right into a family with kids.
Dorgi Overview
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Temperament: Smart, Playful, Stubborn
Height: 9-11 inches
Weight: 15-22 pounds
Life Expectancy: 12-15 years
Malador
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The Malador is a mix of the Labrador Retriever and Alaskan Malamute. This powerful combination results in an energetic and athletic pup, so of course, that means they require plenty of exercise.
Maladors are also loyal, easy to train and make excellent family companions.
Malador Overview
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Temperament: Energetic, Athletic, Playful
Height: 20-24 inches
Weight: 60-75 pounds
Life Expectancy: 10-15 years
Maltipoo
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Known by a variety of names, including “Moodle” and “Malt-A-Doodle,” the Maltipoo is a mix of the Maltese and Poodle. While these guys are known to be a bundle of energy, they are also quite gentle, affectionate and sensitive.
During downtime, Maltipoos will always find a comfy lap to siesta, but they’ll be ready to rock ‘n’ roll at a moment’s notice.
Maltipoo Overview
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Temperament: Intelligent, Energetic, Fun-loving
Height: 8-14 inches
Weight: 15-20 pounds
Life Expectancy: 10-13 years
Dalmachshund
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The Dalmachshund is a unique mix of the Dalmation and the Dachshund. They are playful, outgoing and fiercely loyal, so they make excellent family pets. What’s more, these pups are warm and loving, so don’t be surprised if you have a little shadow wherever you go.
Note: While they are quite intelligent, Dalmachshunds can also be pretty stubborn, so early training is a must.
Dalmachshund Overview
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Temperament: Playful, Loyal, Friendly
Height: 9-15 inches
Weight: 13-40 pounds
Life Expectancy: 12-15 years