Dogs for Adoption near Shafer, Minnesota, USA,
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Mutt

A mongrel, mixed-breed dog

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.

Dachsi Apso

The Dachsi Apso is a cross between an Dachshund and a Lhasa Apso. The Dachsi Apso is a hybrid or designer breed that was developed by crossing Dachshund and a Lhasa Apso. Though the breed was intended to be a 50/50 mix, many of the Dachsi Apso are bred over many generations and may not always be 50% and 50%. The best way to determine the temperament of a mixed breed is to look up all breeds in the cross and know you can get any combination of any of the characteristics found in either breed. We currently do not have more detailed information for this breed.

Rat-Cha

The Rat-Cha is a mix between the Chihuahua and the Rat Terrier. Both breeds are loyal companions who crave time with their master.

Labradoodle

The Labradoodle is a mix between the Labrador Retriever and the Poodle. Both breeds are excellent for children and families. The Labradoodle became known in 1988, when Australian breeder Wally Conron crossed the Labrador Retriever and Standard Poodle at the Royal Guide Dogs Associations of Australia in Victoria. Conron's aim was to combine the low-shedding coat of the Poodle with the gentleness and trainability of the Labrador, and to provide a guide dog suitable for people with allergies to fur and dander. Sultan, a dog from this litter, displayed all the qualities Conron was seeking and worked as a guide dog for a woman in Hawaii for ten years. Although Guide Dogs Victoria no longer breed Labradoodles, they are bred by other guide and assistance dog organizations in Australia and other places. The Association for the Blind of Western Australia has introduced Labradoodles into their training program, and their first, Jonnie, graduated in November 2010. Labradoodles are now widely used around the world as guide, assistance, and therapy dogs as well as being popular family dogs. The Norwegian Royal Crown Prince and Princess own a Labradoodle.

Borador

The Borador is a cross between an Border Collie and a Labrador Retriever. The Borador is a hybrid or designer breed that was developed by crossing Border Collie and a Labrador Retriever. Though the breed was intended to be a 50/50 mix, many of the Borador are bred over many generations and may not always be 50% and 50%. The best way to determine the temperament of a mixed breed is to look up all breeds in the cross and know you can get any combination of any of the characteristics found in either breed. We currently do not have more detailed information for this breed.

Chiweenie

The Chiweenie is a mix between the Chihuahua and a Dachshund. This mix makes a good pet in homes with older or no children.

Chipin

The Chipin is a mix between the Chihuahua and the MinPin. This dog does best in homes where it is the only pet.

Jack Chi

The Jack Chi is a mix between the Chihuahua and the Jack Russell Terrier. They can have the temperament of either breed and will make a good pet in the right situation.

Shinese

The Shinese is a mix between the Pekingese and the Shih Tzu. These dogs are best in homes with older children.

Aussiedoodle Miniature

Aussiedoodle, Mini Aussiedoodle

The Aussiedoodle Miniature is a cross between an Australian Shepherd and a Poodle (Miniature). The Aussiedoodle Miniature is a hybrid or designer breed that was developed by crossing Australian Shepherd and a Poodle (Miniature). Though the breed was intended to be a 50/50 mix, many of the Aussiedoodle Miniature are bred over many generations and may not always be 50% and 50%. The best way to determine the temperament of a mixed breed is to look up all breeds in the cross and know you can get any combination of any of the characteristics found in either breed. We currently do not have more detailed information for this breed.