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A.K.A. :A mongrel, mixed-breed dog
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A mixed-breed dog, also called a mutt, mongrel, tyke, cur, bitzer, feist or random-bred dog, is a dog that has characteristics of two or more types of breeds, or is a descendant of feral or pariah dog populations.
This term, along with the term purebred dog stems from a fundamental misunderstanding of the genetics and misinterpretation of Darwinian Theory, and should be viewed with the same skepticism as we view the concept of pure races in human populations. The term crossbreed refers to puppies produced by the breeding technique of breeding known dogs of two different purebred dog breeds for some specific reason.
The term mutt generally refers to a dog of unknown descent. Dogs interbreed freely, except where extreme variations in size exist, so mixed-breed dogs vary in size, shape, and color, making them hard to classify physically.
| Overview: | A mongrel, mutt, or mixed-breed dog, is a dog that is not the result of breeding within an existing breed or to modify or create a breed and belongs to no breed. In the United States, the term "mixed-breed" is a favored synonym over "mongrel" among many who wish to avoid negative connotations associated with the latter term. The implication that such dogs must be a mix of defined breeds may stem from an inverted understanding of the origins of dog breeds. Pure breeds have been, for the most part, artificially created from random-bred populations by human selective breeding with the purpose of enhancing desired physical, behavioral, or temperamental characteristics. Dogs that are not purebred are not necessarily a mix of such defined breeds. Therefore, among experts and fans of such dogs, "Mongrel" is still the preferred term. |
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Harley - Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler Dog For Adoption
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Harley
Mutt
Female, Adult
USA Minneapolis, MN, USA
Date listed: 10/01/2025
Dog Breed: Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler. Harley is the happiest, friendliest dog you'll ever meet! She’s an affectionate cuddlebug who loves attention, belly rubs, and...
JAIME - Terrier / Mixed (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
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JAIME
Mutt
Female, Baby
USA Downey, CA, USA
Date listed: 10/01/2025
Dog Breed: Terrier / Mixed (medium coat).
SHELBY - Terrier / Mixed (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
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SHELBY
Mutt
Female, Baby
USA Downey, CA, USA
Date listed: 10/01/2025
Dog Breed: Terrier / Mixed (medium coat).
FLOPPY - Terrier (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
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FLOPPY
Mutt
Female, Young
USA Downey, CA, USA
Date listed: 10/01/2025
Dog Breed: Terrier (medium coat).
Pooka - Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler / Mixed (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
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Pooka
Mutt
Female, Young
USA Tempe , AZ, USA
Date listed: 10/01/2025
Dog Breed: Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler / Mixed (medium coat). Adoption Fee: $400. Name: Pooka Age: 6 months Sex: Spayed Female Breed: Australian Shepherd Weight:...
Leena - Terrier / Mixed Dog For Adoption
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Leena
Mutt
Female, Young
USA Springdale, PA, USA
Date listed: 10/01/2025
Dog Breed: Terrier / Mixed. Meet Lena – Your Future Best Friend. Leena is a 30-pound mixed-breed sweetheart who’s ready to leave her shelter days behind and...
Pecan - Shepherd / Terrier / Mixed Dog For Adoption
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Pecan
Mutt
Male, Baby
Canada Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Date listed: 10/01/2025
Dog Breed: Shepherd / Terrier / Mixed.
Sweet Pea - Terrier Dog For Adoption
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Sweet Pea
Mutt
Female, Young
USA Vail, AZ, USA
Date listed: 10/01/2025
Dog Breed: Terrier. Our adoption fee is $425 for all breeds and all ages. This fee helps to defray the costs for general vet costs, training, supplies and transportation. We are...
Bodie - Located in VA - Belgian Shepherd Malinois Dog For Adoption
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Bodie - Located in VA
Mutt
Male, Adult
USA Imlay City, MI, USA
Date listed: 10/01/2025
Dog Breed: Belgian Shepherd Malinois. Bodie is a stable 2 year old Belgian Malinois with a heart full of curiosity and a nose for adventure. He’s needs a home where he...
Sprocket - Terrier Dog For Adoption
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Sprocket
Mutt
Male, Adult
USA Candler, NC, USA
Date listed: 10/01/2025
Dog Breed: Terrier. Sprocket has the most adorable puppy dog eyes and all he wants is to cuddle! Will you be his forever family? He has been around kiddos and cats and other dogs...
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