Affectionate
Playful
Inquisitive

Playful
Stubborn
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Devoted
Lively
Aggressive
Steady
Good-natured
Spirited
Assertive
Opinionated

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

Lhasaneses are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

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.

Avoid Lhasaneses as watchdogs - they're not effective.

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United States

Beagle, Dachshund

Lhasa Apso and Pekingese

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

Hazel

Black

Black

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

Lhasaneses 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 Lhasanese can have a litter of 4-6 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.

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

Doxles typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

While the Lhasanese breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Patellar Luxation
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
PRA
Cherry Eye

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

Eye
Knee
X-Rays
Allergy Tests
Full Physical Examination

Doxles thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Lhasaneses are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Doxle has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Lhasanese has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

Lhasaneses require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

Doxles are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Lhasaneses have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

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

Lhasaneses bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

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

Tug-of-war

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 Lhasaneses usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Doxles require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Lhasaneses have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

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

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

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

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

Doxle is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Lhasanese is an independent and stubborn breed with low obedience intelligence, making training a test of patience.

Doxles can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Lhasaneses make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Lhasaneses have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

Doxles are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Lhasaneses are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

Lhasaneses are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Doxles are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Lhasaneses are not known for being a highly playful breed.