“What a unique dog you have there! What is it? Is it a Pug or a Beagle?”
You swell up with pride when you say, “Why, that’s my Puggle!”
“What a funny name – is this the dog a Muggle has from Harry Potter? And what a gorgeous dog!” says your new friend.
While no one is waving a magic wand and saying spells to make mixed dog breeds magically appear, it may seem that way when looking at all the fun hybrid mixed names out there. A crossbreed dog, often called a designer dog, a hybrid dog, or a mixed breed dog, is a puppy resulting from breeding typically two purebred dog breeds to create a brand new breed.
Most people may automatically think of a “-doodle” or “-poo” crossbreed when thinking of mixed-breed dogs. We love doodles so much that we have dedicated an entire blog to Pawrade’s doodle ownership guide that explores these wonderful hybrids. We’ll take a look at some lesser-known mixed breeds that are waiting to be your furever best friend.
You may not realize that there are so many wonderful combinations of dog breed mixes available at Pawrade that you should consider when looking for a puppy for sale. Learn what to look for in a crossbred puppy and check out 18 hybrid designer dog breeds that make fantastic puppy companions.
Advantages of Considering a Designer Crossover Dog Breed
While of course we believe purebred dogs are amazing pets, here are some benefits of adopting a hybrid dog.
Crossbreeds can enjoy a long, healthy life
Thanks to a genetic mix of the gene pool, it is thought that mixed breeds are generally healthier than purebreds, which hold limited genetic diversity. They may also be less likely to have problems specific only to purebreds due to carrying dominant traits instead of matching recessive traits passed along from two purebred parents.
Nationwide Pet Insurance claims hold valuable data in determining the theory that mixed breeds overall experience significantly lower rates of cancer than their parent breeds. In a massive review of 1.61 million canine cancer claims, they found some interesting statistics indeed.
Their thorough review found that the relative risk for a cancer claim in all purebreds is approximately double (188.5%) that for all non-purebreds (mixed breeds and crossbreds combined). Even further, Standard Poodles and Golden Retrievers have cancer claims 3.8 times higher than their mixed offspring, and Goldendoodles are half as likely to file a claim.
Hybrid puppies can be multigenerational crosses
Not all designer dogs are a first-generation mix of purebred parents. Crossbreed dogs can also be either bred to a purebred dog or other generations of the hybrid, creating multigenerational litters.
Designer dogs could be just what you’re looking for
Another advantage of selecting a designer dog puppy for sale is you can choose a mixed breed that fits your and your family’s needs. Maybe there’s not quite the right breed you’ve come across in your dog breed research, but a hybrid dog offers exactly what you’re looking for.
Crossbreeds are unique in every way
From the coat color combination to their personalities, genetics plays a huge role in determining each unique puppy. The aim for any hybrid dog cross is to take the very best traits from each parent breed. If one dog known for its hyperactivity and athleticism is paired with a breed that is more chill and sweet, you will hopefully get a more mellow, happy version of a breed without the hyperactivity or penchant for being a permanent couch potato – but you never know which trait will dominate. That’s the fun of owning a unique hybrid dog breed!
How Can I Predict the Adult Size of My Hybrid Dog Breed?
In addition, while you can estimate the size, you’re not quite sure what size your crossbreed will be when there are notable size differences between the parent breeds. There are a few different ways to calculate the adult size of your mixed-breed puppy.
Several factors go into determining a hybrid puppy’s adult weight, such as breeds combined, the sex of your puppy, whether or not your puppy is spayed or neutered, and the high-quality diet you are feeding your puppy.
If you’re wondering how big your hybrid puppy will be, try these different puppy-to-adult growth measurement methods to see which one was the most accurate!
- Method One: Measure your puppy at 6 months old. Toy and small breeds reach 75% of their adult weight by 6 months, medium-sized puppies reach 66% of their adult weight, and large-breed puppies will be 50-60% of their adult weight.
- Method Two: Take your puppy’s weight and divide it by its age in weeks. Then multiply that answer by 52 (because there are 52 weeks in a year). If you do some math, you can get a loose prediction. If you want to skip the pen and paper, use an online puppy weight calculator.
- Method Three: Take the average breed size of each parent, add them together, and divide by 2.
- Method Four: Conduct some research, whether that’s online with designer dog clubs or asking your friends with the same hybrid as you have.
Can I Register My Hybrid Mixed Dog Breed?
Some people may only know about the American Kennel Club (AKC), which registers 200 purebred dog breeds. But just because the AKC doesn’t recognize designer dogs doesn’t mean they can’t be registered!
Depending on your crossbreed, here are some kennel clubs and registries that accept designer dogs.
- National Hybrid Registry
- Designer Kennel Club (DKC)
- Designer Breed Registry (DBR)
- Continental Kennel Club (CKC)
- Professional Kennel Club (PKC)
- Designer Dogs Kennel Club (DDKC)
- American Canine Hybrid Club (ACHC)
- International Designer Canine Registry (IDCR)
18 Hybrid Crossbreed Designer Dogs that Make Great Canine Companions
From large dogs to teeny tiny little bundles of energy, we have several hybrid crossbreeds to consider when looking for your perfect puppy for sale. Take a look at these 18 designer dogs we offer at Pawrade.
1. American Corgi
Did you know the Pembroke Welsh Corgi is an entirely different breed than a Cardigan Welsh Corgi? When they are combined, they produce an American Corgi. With the same muscular low-rider body, short legs, and giant bat ears as their Corgi parents, an American Corgi for sale shares a similar active, fun, and energetic personality. Because both of their parent breeds were bred for their excellent herding abilities, it’s crucial you give an American Corgi puppy plenty of exercise to get their zoomies out every day.
2. Auggie
Auggie puppies for sale are a mix between an Australian Shepherd and a Pembroke Welsh Corgi. They inherit the adorable, comical long body low to the ground and large bat-like ears of a Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the energy and longer fur of an Australian Shepherd. You will never have a dull moment when an Auggie is around thanks to their high energy levels and happy personality that’s always up for some fun.
3. Beabull
If you’re looking for an adorable, slightly wrinkled buddy that is curious and loyal, a Beabull puppy for sale may be a great option. These medium-sized dogs are a combination of an English Bulldog and a Beagle, two breeds with a difference in energy and activity levels to result in a mild-mannered puppy with a medium energy level. The English Bulldog is very mellow and a Beagle is an amazing, loyal companion, so a Beabull puppy for sale is expected to exhibit similar traits.
4. Beaglier
Another adorable Beagle dog breed mix is to mate a Beagle with a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel to create a Beaglier puppy. Energetic and loyal, a Beaglier is a medium-sized dog that is highly adaptable to singles and families and does well living in apartments to larger homes. Beaglier puppies are excellent choices if you’re looking for a friendly pup that gets along with everyone, from other pets to children.
5. Cavachon
As a mix of a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and a Bichon Frise, a Cavachon puppy for sale is a fluffy ball of delight. Cavachons are excellent choices for people who live in urban areas due to their compact size, easy-going attitude, and friendliness factor. They are easy to train and love making friends with children and other dogs. Because of how all-around easy they are to raise, a Cavachon is a fantastic choice of hybrid dog breed for a first-time owner.
6. Chorkie
What do you get when you cross two feisty, tiny dogs with mighty personalities? A Chorkie puppy for sale! As a mix between a Chihuahua and a Yorkshire Terrier, you know right away you will not be getting a boring couch potato dog. Both breeds are high energy and think they are actually big dogs, so a Chorkie puppy will have no issues in the confidence department. Chorkie puppies may exhibit slightly longer and softer coats than a Chihuahua and are easier to groom than their Yorkie parents.
7. Cockalier
A Cocker Spaniel and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel are known to be some of the most affectionate, versatile medium-sized dog breeds, so it makes perfect sense that their Cockalier puppy offspring would follow suit. Their intelligence often matches their parent breeds, so you know you’re going to get one smart puppy. With their long floppy ears and sweet expressions, you’ll have a friend for life in a Cockalier.
8. Frenchton
If you take a Boston Terrier known for its tuxedo-like appearance and lively personality and cross it with an adaptable, smart French Bulldog, you’ll get a fun-loving puppy called a Frenchton. These adorable puppies are generally full of energy and extremely affectionate. Due to their friendly personalities and small-to-medium size, they’re adaptable to all sorts of living situations and are an all-around great hybrid dog breed.
9. Great Bernese
You may know of a Bernese Mountain Dog and how great they are, but what exactly is a Great Bernese puppy? As a mix of two working dogs that are loyal and protective of their owners, a Bernese Mountain Dog and a Great Pyrenees produce a good-natured large dog that makes an excellent companion for children and is known to enjoy spending time with their owners. They can be stubborn though, so begin training them as early as possible.
10. Havachon
The Havanese and Bichon Frise form a sweet dog called a Havachon puppy for sale. Their teddy bear-like faces may woo you no matter how naughty they may get! In general, the mellow, go-with-the-flow Havanese personality paired with the adorable, fluffy white coat of a Bichon Frise produces a small, smart, beautiful puppy.
11. Mal-Shi
The Maltese and Shih Tzu make a cute, fluffy small dog called a Mal-Shi puppy (also written as Malshi). Their long hair is considered hypoallergenic, which is a great choice for people suffering from allergies. A Malshi puppy’s coat can be wavy or straight but is always silky. They are low shedders and great for people who live in smaller spaces. A Mal-Shi puppy for sale may change colors as they grow older thanks to a variety of factors but know that it is totally normal thanks to genetics.
12. Malti-Pom
A Malti-Pom (also written as Maltipom) is an adorable puppy that will always delight even the grumpiest person. Featuring the fluffy coats of their parents, the Maltese side contributes a playful, gentle nature, and the Pomeranian side brings liveliness and an intelligent manner. Maltipoms are also an excellent designer dog choice for urban dwellings, as they don’t need much room to roam and make excellent portable companions for visiting friends at brunch and while running errands.
13. Mini Hippo
Don’t worry – Pawrade is not going to start offering zoo animals, so what’s with the name “Mini Hippo” anyway? A Mini Hippo puppy for sale is a cross between A Chinese Shar-Pei and a Cocker Spaniel, resulting in an adorably unique-looking puppy with saggy wrinkles for days and a short, broad snout said to look like a hippo. A Mini Hippo is a relatively new hybrid breed, so not much is known about them yet. What we can tell you is this particular hybrid combination aims to produce puppies that feature the calm, independent, regal nature of a Chinese Shar-Pei while also exhibiting the affectionate, kid-friendly qualities of a Cocker Spaniel.
14. Morkie (Yorktese)
A Morkie, also known as a Yorktese, is a hybrid breed resulting from a Maltese and Yorkshire Terrier cross. With the sweet nature of a Maltese and the keen intelligence of a loyal Yorkie, a Morkie puppy is a great choice for someone looking for a loving, energetic companion that will grow to be around 4-10 pounds and live 12-15 years as your sidekick. Yorktese puppies are also considered hypoallergenic and shouldn’t bother your allergies too much with their low dander and silky hair coat.
15. Pomsky
If you’re looking for a Pomsky, you may be surprised at the huge variety of this mixed breed thanks to genetics. Pomsky puppies for sale may take on the dignified look of a Husky or the tiny, cute face of a Pomeranian. Because of the size difference of each parent breed, Pomskies can weigh 20-30 lbs. and come in a huge variety of colors and patterns. Owners can tell you how you will quickly fall in love with the fiercely loyal, fun-loving Pomsky personality.
16. Puggle
A Puggle puppy is a cross between a female Beagle, a male Pug, or two Puggles bred together. While Pugs sometimes experience breathing problems, a Puggle was bred for a slightly longer snout and displays less hunting drive instincts and intensity of a Beagle. Puggles are big snackers and highly food motivated, so watch those treats to prevent obesity.
17. Shichon
Can you tell that the versatile Shih Tzu and Bichon Frise are popular choices for crossbreeding? A Shichon puppy for sale is a small, delightful canine that wants to please its owners, is smart, and has a lively, affectionate disposition. While a Bichon Frise is all-white, a Shichon puppy exhibits genetics at play with its hypoallergenic multicolor coat that may change colors as the puppy
grows. Shichon puppies are very smart and will wow you with all the fun tricks you can teach them.
18. Shihpom
Shih Tzus and Pomeranians produce Shihpoms, small, happy dogs that can’t wait to cuddle up or play a game with you. A spunky Shih Tzu follows directions well, and a Pomeranian is one of the most intelligent dog breeds in the world, so you know you’re getting one smart cookie in a Shihpom. With their round faces, button noses, and curly tails, a Shihpom is sure to be admired when you take them out and about.
Where Can I Find a Trustworthy Designer Dog Breeder?
Not only do reputable hybrid dog breeders understand the nuances and health concerns of each breed but they also carefully select the parents based on their individual traits and personalities.
Puppy mills do not care about hand-selecting and thoughtfully breeding mixed dogs. They just want to make a quick buck and capitalize on the popularity of designer dogs. Puppy mill dogs have terrible lives and live in unsanitary conditions, do not receive proper health care, and do not receive proper socialization with other pups, their mother, and human interaction.
Puppy scammers may also try to sell you a dog and claim it’s one particular hybrid dog breed when in reality, they will say anything to get you to purchase any random puppy. They won’t offer any papers with parent or health information and certainly won’t produce a comprehensive puppy contract or health guarantee.
Luckily for you, we know just the place to find a crossbred puppy – Pawrade!
Pawrade Offers Hybrid Dog Breeds For Sale
Pawrade has researched and taken out all the guesswork for you when finding a hybrid dog breed puppy for sale. We partner with trustworthy breeders with extensive knowledge of not one breed, but both parent breeds to make informed, smart decisions when breeding two purebreds together. Our partner crossbred dog breeders focus on producing quality puppy litters with the best of both parent traits represented in each mixed breed litter.
Search for your next designer dog buddy among our puppies for sale to choose your perfect hybrid puppy!
