Playful
Stubborn
Clownish
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Devoted
Lively
Strong
Willed
Aggressive
Clever

Active
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Docile
Affectionate
Lively
Sociable
Attentive
Trainable
Vocal
Extroverted

Doxie-Pits are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Pom-Cotons are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

American Pit Bull Terrier, Dachshund

Pomeranian, Coton de Tulear

2000s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Fawn
Brown
Brindle

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Sable
Brindle
White
Blue

Doxie-Pits have short coats.

Pom-Cotons have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Doxie-Pit can have a litter of 4-8 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 Pom-Coton 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.

Doxie-Pits are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Pateller Luxation
Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)
Cerebellar Abiotrophy (Ataxia)

Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Demodicosis
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Hypothyroidism

Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Hydrocephalus
Tracheal Collapse
Sick Sinus Syndrome

Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Radiographs

Complete Blood Count
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Full Body Physical Examination
Eye Examinations (both internal as well as external)
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system

Doxie-Pit has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Doxie-Pits 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.

Pom-Cotons are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Doxie-Pit, it's at least 11 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 Pom-Coton, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Doxie-Pits usually need at least 120 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 Pom-Cotons usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Doxie-Pit has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pom-Cotons 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.

Doxie-Pit 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, Pom-Coton should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 20-30 pound (9 - 14 kg) Doxie-Pit 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.

For an average 3-15 pound (1 - 7 kg) Pom-Coton 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.

The average cost of a Doxie-Pit is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Pom-Coton is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Doxie-Pit is between $48 - $49. This makes an average of $576 - $588 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 Pom-Coton 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.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Doxie-Pits are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Pom-Cotons make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Doxie-Pits are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Pom-Cotons are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Doxie-Pits are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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