Hybrid Dogs, sometimes called Mixed Breed Dogs, Designer Dogs, or Cross Breed Dogs, are dogs that have been intentionally bred from two or more purebred pooches. Needless to say, purebred pups have their charms and are celebrated with dog shows. However, Hybrid or Cross Breed Dogs are multi-talented and striking in appearance and deserve love, too.
Depending on their blended backgrounds, Mixed Breed Dogs are unique and can vary in size, look, and temperament, just like Hybrid Cats. Some popular Hybrid Dogs such as Cockapoo ( a cross between a Cocker Spaniel and a Poodle) and Chiweenie ( a cross between a Chihuahua and a Dachshund), are known to be the best of both parents. Below, I list some of the most popular and unusual Mixed Breed Dogs that can bring as much love, joy, and happiness as any purebred dog to your home.
1. American French Bulldog
When a French Bulldog meets an American Bulldog, they produce an American French Bulldog. This Mixed Breed Dog measures up to 18 inches in height and weighs between 15 and 35 pounds. By all accounts, American French Bulldogs are known to be protective, friendly, loyal, and affectionate. They have a lifespan of 12 to 15 years.
2. Aussalier
An Aussalier is an offspring of an Australian Shepherd and a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. The first Aussalier was bred in Spokane, Washington, United States in 2013. This crossbreed dog measures up to 16 inches and weighs up to 35 pounds. Aussaliers are known to be energetic dogs that are happy, friendly, and attentive to their family.
3. Ba-Shar
The Ba-Shar dog is a hybrid between the short-legged Basset Hound and the Chinese Shar-Pei. Bred in the United States in the 1990s, Ba-Shar dogs stand between 10 and 13 inches tall and weigh around 50 pounds. By all accounts, Ba-Shars are intelligent, affectionate, protective, and extremely loyal to their owners. Despite their size, Ba-Shar dogs are good for apartments so long as they have regular daily exercise routines. Their life expectancy is 8 to 10 years.
4. Beagle Shepherd
The Beagle Shepherd is a combination of a Beagle and a German Shepherd bred in the United States. Beagle Shepherds are attractive medium size designer breed dogs with drop but not floppy ears. They stand between 15 and 22 inches tall and weigh between 22 and 49 pounds with a lifespan of 10 to 13 years. Beagle Shepherds are extremely intelligent, loyal, energetic, and protective dogs, suitable for active people.
5. Beaski
As a designer crossbreed, the Beaski is a combination of a Beagle and a Siberian Husky bred in the 1990s in the United States. They are mostly tricolored and typically have floppy, triangular ears. Beaskis usually measure 16 to 20 inches in height and weigh between 35 and 45 pounds. They have a life expectancy of 11 to 12 years.
6. Cavachon
What do you get when you cross a Cavalier King Charles with a Bichon Frisé? A Cavachon, of course! This crossbreed dog is described as cuddly, playful, affectionate, and loveable by nature. Developed in the United States, the Cavachon is a small-to-medium-sized fun-loving mixed breed with a moderate energy level, which makes it suitable for small apartments. In addition, Cavachons are suitable for people with allergies because they don't shed a lot. An adult Cavachon stands between 12 and 13 inches tall and weighs around 20 pounds. Cavachons live for up to 17 years.
7. Chi-Chon
The Chi Chon is an offspring of a Chihuahua and a Bichon Frise. This hybrid dog is described as sensitive, loyal, playful, sassy, and intelligent. Like the Cavachon, the Chi-Chon is also a small, fun-loving pup that doesn’t shed much, which makes it suitable for small apartments and people with allergies. The Chi-Chon measures up to ten inches in height, weighs between four to ten pounds, and has a lifespan of twelve to fifteen years.
8. Cockapoo
The Cockapoo is one of the most popular Hybrid Dogs developed in the United States. It is a combination of a Cocker Spaniel and a Poodle. You can find them in shelters and rescues across the United States. Cockapoos are described as intelligent, affectionate, and easy-to-train dogs. Just like the Chi Chon and Cavachon, the Cockapoo hardly sheds. Cockapoos measure ten to fifteen inches in height and weigh between 6 to over 19 pounds. Their average lifespan is fifteen years. The oldest Cockapoo on record lived to be 23 years old.
9. Corgi Pug
The Corgi Pug is the result of a cross between a Pug and a Welsh Corgi. Developed in the United States, Corgi Pugs are known to be affectionate, playful, and loyal family companions. They have a low tendency for barking and don't shed much. Corgi Pugs stand from 10 to 13 inches tall and weigh around 30 pounds. They have an average life expectancy of 15 years.
10. Coydog
The coydog is the result of a mating between a domestic dog and a wild coyote. This hybrid coyote dog mix is described as unsociable, aloof, energetic, smart, and high maintenance. Coydogs measure up to 27 inches in height and weigh up to 120 pounds, with an average lifespan of 15 years.
11. Dachsador
The Dachsador is an adorable hybrid dog who is a cross between a Dachshund and a Labrador Retriever. Dachsadors are believed to have been intentionally bred to help terminate health issues in the parent breeds, according to wag walking. Described as energetic and motivated, Dachsadors weigh between 30 and 40 lbs and measure up to 25 inches in height. They can live for up to 14 years on average.
12. Dalmatian Husky
Developed in the United States, the Dalmatian Husky is a hybrid breed resulting from a mating between a purebred Dalmatian and a purebred Siberian Husky. By all accounts, Dalmatian Huskies are energetic, playful, affectionate, and good with children. An adult Dalmatian Husky weighs between 45 and 50 pounds and stands from 16 to 20 inches in height. On average, Dalmatian Huskies live for 12 to 15 years.
13. English Speagle
The English Speagle is the result of a cross between an English Toy Spaniel and a Beagle. English Speagles are described as gentle, smart, affectionate, happy, and loyal dogs that do well around children and other animals. They have an average life expectancy of 15 years, weigh up to 25 pounds, and measure up to 15 inches in height.
14. German Sheprador
The German Sheprador is the result of a cross between a purebred German Shepherd and a purebred Labrador Retriever. Developed in the United States, German Shepradors are large and easy-to-train dogs. In addition, they are protective of their family and make great watchdogs. German Shepradors weigh between 75 and 85 pounds and stand up to 25 inches tall.
15. Goberian
The Goberian is an offspring of a Golden Retriever and a Siberian Husky. Goberians are smart, large, and energetic dogs that are easy to train. They weigh up to 90 pounds and measure up to 24 inches in height.
16. Goldendoodle
The Goldendoodle is a popular mixed breed dog resulting from a mating between the adorable Golden Retriever and the Poodle. Their weights range from 50 to 100 pounds, depending on the Poodle part of their heritage. As one of the most popular breeds in the United States, Goldendoodles are known to be intelligent, friendly, energetic, and easy to train. They can live for up to 15 years.
17. Huskimo
Huskimos are medium size dogs resulting from a mix between the Siberian Husky and the American Eskimo. By all accounts, Huskimos are very intelligent and playful dogs that require a lot of exercises. They measure between 21 and 24 inches in height and weigh around 60 pounds.
18. Jackie-Bichon
The Jackie-Bichon is a combination of the Jack Russell Terrier and the adorable Bichon Frise. Full-grown Jackie-Bichons tend to look like the Jack Russell Terrier much more than the Bichon Frise. They are described as intelligent, gentle, and energetic dogs that need a lot of exercise. An adult Jackie-Bichon stands up to 12 inches tall and weighs between 9 and 18 pounds.
19. Labernard
The Labernard is the result of a cross between the popular Labrador Retriever and the Saint Bernard. It is quite a large dog that requires a lot of exercises, which makes it suitable for active people. Developed in Canada, Labernards weigh from 98 to 215 pounds and stand from 23 to 25 inches tall.
20. Yorkillon
The Yorkillon is a combination of the Yorkshire Terrier and a Papillon. It is admired for its beauty and cuteness. Yorkillons stand 6 to 8 inches tall and have a life expectancy of 12 to 16 years.
