Dogs for Adoption in Utah, 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.

American Staffordshire Terrier

Amstaff

The American Staffordshire Terrier is often called "all-American" dog. The breed is loyal and brave, making it a great family pet.

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.

Boxweiler

The Boxweiler is a powerful and muscular dog whose origins come from rottweilers and boxers. Therefore, they have a strong drive to protect and please their families. They have a deep chest and a double layer coat with either fawn or brindle coloring. While all puppies have lots of energy, a full grown boxweiler is not a hyper dog and does not like to wander far from its family or home. It is alert and cautious around strangers, but friendly and goofy with family and friends. Proper socialization, like with any protective dog, is key.

Australian Cattle Dog

ACD, Cattle Dog, Blue Heeler, Red Heeler, Queensland Heeler

Though native to Australia, the Australian Cattle Dog is used on farms all over the world. They have a need for lots of activity and enjoy herding just about anything they can find.

Shollie

The Shollie is a excellent family dog who forms close bonds with the humans in their life and will act as a protective guardian. They are eagar to please, energetic and playful.

Pomeranian

Deutscher Spitz; Zwergspitz; Spitz nain; Spitz enano; Pom; Zwers

The Pomeranian is a very inquisitive dog. He's intelligent and trains well. Moreover, he's quite wary of strangers, so may serve as a great ' though tiny ' watch dog.

Labrenees

Pyrador, Pyrelab

Labrenees or Pyrador is the mix of one large-sized dog; the Great Pyrenees and one medium-sized dog; Labrador Retriever. As a hybrid, it has better quality than its parent breeds as the traits and characteristics are mixed. These are very large dogs that are typically more cooperative and trainable than the Great Pyrenees, but more discriminating and naturally protective than the Labrador Retriever.

German Shepherd Dog

German Shepherd, Alsatian, Alsatian Wolf Dog, Berger Allemand, Deutscher Schäferhund

The German Shepherd is unmatched in character and courage. These dogs make great companions because they are loyal and have the heightened senses of an excellent watch dog. At the same time, they can be gentle and playful companions for children.

German Shorthaired Pointer

Deutscher kurzhaariger, Vorstehhund, Deutsch Kurzhaar, Kurzhaar

The German Shorthaired Pointer is a loyal family watch dog and companion. This dog enjoys sporting activities and has a very handsome and dignified appearance.

Bluetick Coonhound

The Bluetick Coonhound loves to hunt and is good at treeing animals. They do well as pets in homes with large yards.

American Pit Bull Terrier

Pit Bull Terrier, Pitbull, Pit bull, Pit, Pit Terrier, Staffordshire Fighting Dog, Bull Baiter Dogs, Yankee Terrier, Rebel Terrier

The American Pit Bull was originally bred for dog fighting and gained a reputation as a vicious animal. Can be a loyal and affectionate pet when trained and socialized properly.

German Shorthaired Lab

The German Shorthaired Lab is a cross between an German Shorthaired Pointer and a Labrador Retriever. The German Shorthaired Lab is a hybrid or designer breed that was developed by crossing German Shorthaired Pointer and a Labrador Retriever. Though the breed was intended to be a 50/50 mix, many of the German Shorthaired Lab 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.

Border Collie

Scottish Sheep Dog, Welsh sheep dog

The Border Collie enjoys working; if not actually herding sheep, he needs to be in the company of an athletic owner who will allow him to work out often. He's intelligent and eager to please, so makes a fine companion for active and attentive owners.

French Bulldog

Bouledogue Français, Frenchie

The French Bulldog is low key and enjoys lots of activity. He's well suited for either family living or attaching to just one special person. He can be a great watchdog, although will bark only when there is a real need.

Siberian Husky

Chukcha, Chuksha

The Siberian Husky is very similar in looks to the Alaskan Malamute, yet somewhat smaller in build and not quite as bold. Still, he needs a strong-willed owner who will stay in control. This dog loves to roam and explore, so he needs a nice big yard.