Poochin

Dog Breed Profile

Poochin History

The Poochon is a popular hybrid or designer dog that has been created by mixing a Pomeranian with a Chihuahua. The origin and history of the Poochon is unclear. The mixed-breed Poochon is sometimes referred to as a “pomchi”. The origin of the name “Poochi” remains unclear. Some sources claim that the name is a reference to the fact that the mixed-breed resembles a Pooch. According to another theory, the name “Poochi” is an acronym for “PomChiOt”. The mix between a Pomeranian and a Chihuahua is known as an “infraoodle”, and is sometimes considered to be its own separate distinct purebred.

Time of Origin

Unknown

Country of Origin

United States Of America

Ancestry

Japanese Chin, Poodle

Poochin Physical Characteristics

The Poochin is a small, short-legged, small-eared, long-bodied, toy breed that typically stands between 8 and 10 inches at the shoulders and weighs between 2 and 4 pounds. They have a small head with a large, round nose. The eyes and ears are small. The tail is straight and fluffy. The body is covered with soft, silky hair which is most commonly white. The feet have webbed toes. The Poochi is a companion dog and is friendly, playful, and affectionate.

Eye Colors

Unknown

Nose Colors

White, Red, Sable, Silver, Cream, Gray, Black

Coat Colors

Short, Medium, Long

Height Range

Male Height Range: 7 – 15 inches

Female Height Range: 7 – 15 inches

Weight Range

Male Weight Range: 6 – 13 lbs

Female Weight Range: 6 – 13 lbs

Poochin Health

Description of breed health.

Lifespan

10-13 yrs

Poochin Health Concerns

Hip Dysplasia, Mitral Valve Disease, Patellar Luxation, Cataracts, Diabetes, Von Willebrand’s Disease, Addison’s Disease

Poochin Temperament and Behaviour

The Poochin is a sweet, loving and devoted breed. They are gentle, calm, and easygoing. They enjoy the company of people and do well with kids. They are quite polite and laid back, but have a playful and energetic side. They are generally a quiet breed and don’t like excessive noise or stimulus. They are smart and can learn quickly, but can sometimes become stubborn.

Poochin Activity Requirements

Poochins are a very cute crossbreed between a Poodle and a Chihuahua. They are a small, friendly dog that makes a great companion. While Poochins are not very active, they do love to play. A game of tug or fetch will keep them active and entertained. While they don’t need much space, they do enjoy running around and playing with toys. If you are looking for a gentle, quiet dog for your apartment, the Poochin may be a good option. They are fairly low energy, but they do enjoy the occasional play session.