No doubt you've seen mixed-breed dogs that come from drastically different size parents and wondered how breeding the two is even possible.
Mixed-breed dogs often go by a couple of monikers, and the Cockapoo is no exception. In Australia, people call this cocker spaniel and poodle mix a Spoodle.
There's no mistaking the boxer influence in the fawn-colored coat and masked face of this pup, but the width of the face, drop ears, and longing eyes suggest Labrador retriever.
The names of some mixed-breed dogs sound like the babbling of a 3-year-old. Take, for instance, the Gerberian Shepsky.
You might think you have an international mix with one parent breed being the national dog of France and the other an Australian dog breed.
This Chorkie is a cute little muffin with the "ingredients" of a Chihuahua and Yorkshire terrier. Both breeds are similar in size, weighing between six and 10 pounds and coming in at a petite nine inches in height.
When two mighty companion breeds—the independent French bulldog and the accommodating Boston terrier—get together, a Frenchton is born.
Both breeds possess a large and intimidating physique that suits their strong protective instinct for their family. They are two of the best guard dog breeds, devoted and loyal to their humans.