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

Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Quick
Joyful
Inquisitive
Clever

United States

United States

American Pit Bull Terrier, Dachshund

Silky Terrier and Miniature Pinscher

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Brown

Fawn
Brown
Brindle

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Isabella
Fawn
Blue
Silver
Sable
Brindle

Doxie-Pits have short coats.

Silky-Pins 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 Silky-Pin can have a litter of 3-5 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.

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Tracheal Collapse
Spongiform Leukodystrophy
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Demodicosis
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Hypothyroidism

Patellar Luxation
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Congenital Eye Defects

Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Radiographs

Eye Examination
Blood And Urine Analysis
Diagnostic Imaging
Cardiac Test
DNA

Playing fetch, Going for walks, Cuddles, Chase, Sleeping in, Chewing on toys, Go to Park, Frisbee, Fetch, Swimming, Cuddleing, Dog Parks, Playing, Cuddling, Sleeping, Eating Snacks, Sharing Food, Running, Relaxing, Walking, Tug-of-war, Hide & Seek, Driving, Playdate, Walk, Run, Play, Nap, Snuggling, Tug-a-war

Walking

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 Silky-Pin, it's at least 8 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 Silky-Pins usually need at least 90 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.

The Silky-Pin requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
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 10-15 pound (5 - 7 kg) Silky-Pin 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 Silky-Pin 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 Silky-Pin is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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.

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

Doxie-Pits have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Silky-Pins are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

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

Doxie-Pits are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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