Mixed Dog Breeds Advice
There are all sorts of mixed dog breeds available around the country, and all have different personalities, qualities and attributes. One of these mixed dog breeds may be a fitting addition for one family, but may be totally unsuitable for another. It must be remembered that each person’s circumstance and their choice of dog breed is defined as appropriate on a case by case basis, it is all down to circumstances and personal preference.
Mixed Dog Breeds – how to choose:
When considering which of the mixed dog breeds would be the most suitable for their circumstances, many people are not too fussy about its parentage, bloodlines or the fact that it is not going to end up as a top show dog. Although some breeds are now cross bred and mixed for a purpose, and have been renamed because of this, examples of this are Labrador x Poodle, known as a Labradoodle, Springer Spaniel x Cocker Spaniel known as a Sprocker, and Cocker Spaniel x Poodle known as Cockapoo. In some instances of mixed dog breeds the resulting offspring have the best qualities and attributes from each breed, however the opposite can also be said in that the mixing of certain breeds can bring out the worst qualities. Again it is down to individual cases and personal preference.
Activity Levels of Mixed Dog Breeds:
Some people are looking for a dog breed according to how active they may or may not be. Of course most young dogs are naturally active anyway but as they mature they generally become less active. However some mixed breeds are quite pedestrian and are not particularly active due to their breeding. So when you are going to view your puppy/dog for the first time, you should take into account how active he is as this may reflect on how he will behave once you get him home, this is particularly true of an older dog.
Mixed Dog Breeds – Amount Of Grooming Needed:
Some people also consider how much maintenance their mixed breed dog may need and this can be a deciding factor as to its suitability. There are obviously long and short haired dogs. The long haired dogs need to be brushed daily otherwise the hair can become tangled, matted and painful. Long haired breeds may also need clipping, this can be an extra cost to consider due to regular trips to the grooming parlour. Regular baths will also be necessary for long haired breeds in particular, to keep them in good and healthy condition. Short haired breeds tend to need less coat maintenance as they generally look more groomed and attractive without the need for such regular baths and grooming, although it is still important to care for his short haired coat too.
So there are many different mixed dog breeds available to choose from, and there are many points to consider, but with taking all of these points into consideration and doing your research the outcome should be having a lovely dog to suit your circumstances and a companion for many years to come.
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