1. Hybrid or designer dogs have become very popular.
They are the result of breeding 2 different pure breed
dogs to get the best characteristics of both. An
example is the Labradoodle.
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2. If you are thinking about getting a puppy, you may be considering a hybrid,
also known as a designer dog In the last several years, hybrids have become
very popular  A hybrid by definition is a combination breeding of
2 different pure breed dogs
3. The fact that the 2 dogs being crossed are pure is why they are not
considered mixed breeds or mutts  The idea is to get a dog with the best
characteristics of the two separate breeds There is some controversy
surrounding hybrid breeding
4. It has been determined that the first generation breeding of 2 different
breeds can produce puppies with superior health and vigor Vigor in this sense
means that the offspring of two pure breed dogs will likely be healthier than the
parents The problem is, if you breed 2 hybrid dogs in order to create a new
breed there is a greater chance of genetic health problems
5. A lot depends of the dominant genes in each of the 2 pure breed dogs While
combining 2 breeds to develop a dog with the best virtues of the parents can
be a good thing, it is also possible to end up with a dog with undesired
characteristics For example, if you want a dog that doesn't shed, there is no
guarantee that a particular trait will be passed on to the puppy
6. Also, it is possible that puppies from a single litter will have different
combinations of the parents traits Designer or hybrid dogs are popular for their
looks and desirable traits They are well suited for companions but the cross
breeding gives no consideration to the original purpose of the breed, such as
hunting or working
7. It may be difficult to find an experienced, reputable breeder of hybrids
Designer dogs are often more expensive than their pure breed parents so you
need to be certain about the motives of the breeder
8. Although not recognized by the American Kennel Club, hybrid cloud hybrid
owners and breeders have established their own registry There are currently
over 300 cross breed dogs registered and there seems to be no limit to the
combinations possible
9. I understand the appeal of a Labrodoodle or a Puggle, but I'm not sure about
seemingly random crosses of any and all pure breed dogs Article Source:
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