Affectionate
Playful
Inquisitive

Playful
Independent
Energetic
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Reliable
Lively
Kind
Companionable
Trustworthy

Doxles shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Golden Irishs are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Choose a Doxle if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Golden Irishs make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Beagle, Dachshund

Golden Retriever and Irish Setter

Not recognized by any clubs.

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brown
Black
White

Brown
Red
Fawn

Doxles have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Golden Irishs are known for their coat length.

A Doxle can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Golden Irish can have a litter of 5-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Doxles have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Golden Irishs are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Patellar Luxation
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat

Hip Dysplasia

Deafness
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Cushing's Disease

Usually Very Healthy

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Physical Examination
Urinalysis
Complete Blood Work
Serum Chemistry
Spinal Tap
Neurologic Exam
Ophthalmic Examination

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
Eye examination

Doxles need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Golden Irishs require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Doxle dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Golden Irish dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Running, Playing tricks, Walk, Playing Ball, Tug-of-war, Playing fetch, Walking, Car rides, Fetch, Walks, Play, Cuddlin

Walking, Playing, Kayaking, Hiking, Biking, Running, Dog Parks, Fetch, Walk, Daycare, Work, Swimming

Doxles are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Doxle dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

Golden Irishs are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Doxle, it's at least 4 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Golden Irish, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Doxles usually need at least 35 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Golden Irishs usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Doxle should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Golden Irish should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 18-30 pound (8 - 14 kg) Doxle feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 55-80 pound (25 - 36 kg) Golden Irish feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Doxle is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Golden Irish is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Doxle is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Golden Irish is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Doxles are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Golden Irishs make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Doxles are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Golden Irishs are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Doxles are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Golden Irishs are highly friendly around strangers.

Doxles are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

The Golden Irish is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.