What are some mixed breeds of toy dogs that are loyal and easy to take care of/what are general prices ranges.

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Thanks.

Answer 1

Go to www.akc.org & read about breeds in the toy group. You can then check there for rescue groups for the breeds you like, many times they will have mixes that are predominately their breed availible, also. And don't forget to check out your local animal shelter - they have many mixes that need homes, too.

Paying a 'breeder' for a mix just supports a scam artist & encourages them to bring more mixes into world sheerly for their profit, while shelter dogs are euthanized due to lack of homes. That is just sad & wrong.

Answer 2

I'm not sure about mixed breeds, however I do know about
peekenese (high mantainence) and Toy Fox & Toy Rat Terrriers.
They are wonderful. Small short hair energetic loving loyal smart
and SLY AS A FOX. As far as price range check out animal rescue agencies first. You an find wonderful animals. A;so
check with aminal hospitals they usually have a bulletin board\
with animals to sell or give to good home.

Answer 3

We had a peke-a-poo that was just to DIE for! Such a loving little tiny bear. He was typical of a toy dog, but easy compared to my curent non-sporting one which is a Lhasa Apso I adopted. He did require professional grooming though, as ours was a lot more "poo" than"peke."

He was an adorable mix though! Have you thought about schnoodles (schnauzer/poodle) or cock-a-poo (cocker/poodle)?Most little dogs are going to require grooming, but it's as easy as making an appointment and dropping them off for a couple hours.

Most little dogs are very intelligent and somewhat opinionated. It is important to know that if you don't already.
A word of caution. Lhasa Apsos are VERY wonderful dogs, but if you are not prepared to let the dog have a bit of a say-so or an opinion then DON'T bring it home! No amount of discipline is going to change that breed trait.

Just research both breeds that the mix will be, and then interact with the puppy beforehand if possible.

Price ranges? I paid @ $300 for the peke-a-poo almost 21 years ago at a pet store. I paid $70 to adopt my pure bred 3 year old Lhasa from the Rescue League about 4 1/2 years ago. AND he was already trained! I don't care about pure or mixed. I just know that my little companions have been wonderful company!
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Ms. Dane--you are quite right. Lhasas are VERY loyal! And quite protective as well. That is what they were bred for. Mine can be a lil' bit of a nipper if you come into the yard and ignore the "beware of dog" sign because he is so cute and little. He WON'T hurt a person, but if he feels a need to protect--which he normally does--he WILL nip!
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That is just MY dog! They are all individuals, although breed standards need to be studied by ANY responsible owner! Who here can't tolerate the honesty? I would NEVER give up my Lhasa! But folks need to know what they are made up of if they are considering one. That is only the most basic fairness & humanity to the animal. Too many adorable dogs end up scared and in shelters (and a LOT get put down) because their owners didn't bother to research breed specifics! That is how I got my Lhasa! From the Rescue League!

Answer 4

I agree with Skyhoss. A mix can be just as good of dog. Like someone else said, go to a shelter, but try to get as much information as possible, if they have any, of how the dog has been treated, etc. Loyalty comes from how you treat the dog more than anything. Laso Apso's, Shitzu's (spelling bad) or miniature fox terrier's are also great people dogs. Yorkshire's can be very yippy ( no affense to these owners). Miniature chihuahua's can also be good little dogs, but again, can be yippy. Paying for a mixed breed isn't always a bad thing. I've sold mixed breeds myself just from my dog getting bred to the wrong one. I asked for a little money just because I figured if someone was willing to pay, maybe they would take better care of it rather than just giving it away. If you go to a breeder, be careful, get references, ask for names of other people who have bought from them. There is alot of inbreeding going on. Good luck finding a new friend!

Answer 5

All dogs are loyal if you treat them right and give them a lot of love.
Terriers are generally active and frequently chew on things when they are young. There is a certain amount of care required with any dog, usually the smaller dog makes smaller messes. (but not always!)

The most I have ever paid for a mixed breed was a $100.00 adoption fee at the local animal shelter.

Answer 6

Toy Poodle. Must be groomed once a month. Price ranges from $50 from a poodle rescue org. all the way to $10,000 for a champion show stock.

Answer 7

I bought a male and female Papipoo. That a mix of Toy Poodle and Papillon.

Well, I never thought this would happen, but they are so loyal, loving, cute, funny etc. that I had to breed them, and do not regret it.

People buy or adopt them in a snap.

Answer 8

you should go to you dog shelter and look for a dog for you. like the other person said the temperment and care depend on the type of dog it is. mixed breeds are just as good as purebreds. the only thing that purebred dog have over the mix is that you can see what the partents are like to take care of and the temperment is like

Answer 9

We have a miniature schnauzer and she is the most loving, most loyal dog I have ever seen in my life. They tend to adjust to your lifestyle which is great. If you are active, they will be, too. But in my case, I am disabled and don't get out much and she fits right in. I suggest you check out mini schnauzers. I paid $250. for her and she is worth millions to me.

Answer 10

you cannot predict the temperament of mixed breed dogs.. you would be better off getting a purebred from a reputable breeder,, you will be able to see the temperaments of the parents etc.. temperament in dogs in about 80% genetic.... plus never pay for a mutt.......