Doxie-Chin

Dog Breed Profile

Doxie-Chin History

The Doxie-Chin is a mixed-breed dog that resulted from the crossbreeding of a Dachshund and a Chinese Crested. The Doxie-Chin is a mixed-breed dog that resulted from the crossbreeding of a Dachshund and a Chinese Crested. The first recorded breeding of a Corgi-Dachshund hybrid was in 1973, when 15 Dachsies were crossed with Cardigan Welsh Corgis. The popularity of this cross-breed peaked in the mid-2000s, when dachshundles and doxies were commonly sold and advertised as “designer dogs”.

Time of Origin

Unknown

Country of Origin

United States Of America

Ancestry

Dachshund, Japanese Chin

Doxie-Chin Physical Characteristics

The Doxie is a small to medium-sized breed of dogs that stand between 9 and 13 inches high at the shoulders and weigh between 9 and 11 pounds. They have a cobby, compact build with a short, medium-length, straight, and fine textured coat that can be either smooth or rough. They have a rounded head and a moderately long muzzle. The Doxie’s eyes are a hazel or dark brown and they have a wide, droopy nose. They are highly energetic and eager to please.

Eye Colors

Brown

Nose Colors

Black

Coat Colors

Black, White, Brown, Gray

Height Range

Male Height Range: 8 – 11 inches

Female Height Range: 8 – 11 inches

Weight Range

Male Weight Range: 10 – 25 lbs

Female Weight Range: 10 – 25 lbs

Doxie-Chin Health

Description of breed health.

Lifespan

12-14 yrs

Doxie-Chin Health Concerns

Patellar Luxation, Entropion, Elbow Dysplasia, Intervertebral Disc Disease, Cataracts, Hip Dysplasia, Epilepsy, Hypothyroidism, Corneal Dystrophy, Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Doxie-Chin Temperament and Behaviour

The Doxie-Chin is a lively, outgoing, and intelligent breed of small dog. They are very friendly and sociable with their family members and are often very playful. They are very active and energetic, so they need a lot of exercise and mental stimulation. They also love to explore, so they are not recommended to be kept in apartments or small spaces.

Doxie-Chin Activity Requirements

The Dachshund-Chihuahua mix is a very small, compact dog that typically weighs less than twenty pounds. They are small, but they are usually very active and love to play. Because these little dogs are so small, they don’t need as much space as larger dogs. However, they do need to have at least one hour of play time each day and a daily walk. This, combined with regular training, will help your Doxie-Chin stay healthy and happy. If you live in an apartment or don’t have a big yard, a Doxie-Chin will be a good fit for you. These little dogs don’t require a lot of space, but they do like to be active and busy.