Doxle Dog Breed Information:
A cross between Dachshund and Beagle dog breeds, the Doxle is an adorable family watchdog. Affectionate, playful, and inquisitive, Doxles combine some of the best characteristics of both parents. Doxles are also known as Beaschunds, Beweenies, and Doxies.
Doxle Dog Group: Mixed Breed Dogs.
Doxle Height: 5 to 15 inches.
Doxle Weight: 11 to 30 pounds.
Doxle Life Span: 12 to 14 years.
More About This Dog Breed:
Doxles can tolerate some hot and cold weather, but generally, they will be more comfortable in warmer weather than cold. Doxles are mixed breed dogs. They are not purebreds like their Dachshund or Beagle parents. Doxles are active dogs and need at least 30 minutes of exercise every day. Experts recommend at least two walks per day, as well as ample play time.
Doxle History:
It's unclear how long Dachshund-Beagle mixes have been around, but in general, "designer dogs" have grown in breeding popularity over the last 20 years. Combining their funny, cheerful personalities seems an obvious choice when designer dogs came into vogue. Some records show Beagles being kept as pets as early as 55 BC and Dachshunds as early as 1400 AD.
Doxle Size:
Since Doxles are a relatively new mixed breed, their sizes can vary quite a bit. They are generally considered small-medium dogs. They tend to weigh in at eleven to 30 pounds and range in height from five to 15 inches. Some may be smaller or larger.
Doxle Personality:
Doxles are wonderful family dogs, watchdogs, and companion dogs, all rolled into one. As both Dachshunds and Beagles are hunting dogs, they are curious and attentive often a charming trait, but you may want to prepare for their instinct to dig by allowing them a spot in the yard that you wouldn't mind being overturned. They are extremely active, which is good news both for getting your daily steps in, as well as keeping their propensity for obesity at bay.
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Doxle Health:
Doxles can be prone to other health issues, as well, from both their Dachshund and Beagle heritage. Some of the more common problems Doxles suffer from include:
Epilepsy.
Intervertebral disc disease.
Patellar luxation.
Hip dysplasia.
Cherry eye.
Glaucoma.
Hypothyroidism.
Doxle Care:
Doxles are extremely active dogs and need at least 30 minutes of exercise every day, which is also a great way to combat their propensity for obesity. Experts recommend at least two walks per day, as well as ample "play time" to explore in the home or, ideally, outside. Because of the hunting instincts in these breeds, you should expect some amount of digging outside.
Doxle Feeding:
An ideal Doxle diet should be formulated for a small- to medium-sized breed with high energy. This mixed breed is prone to obesity, so be careful to keep feeding portions regulated and treats to a minimum.
Doxle Coat Color And Grooming:
There are many color combinations a Doxle may have, especially since both parents are often a mix of colors. These colors include solids or mixes of tan, black, golden, chocolate, white, and brown. Doxles can tolerate some hot and cold weather, but generally, they will be more comfortable in warmer weather than cold. If you notice your dog is especially reluctant to go outside in the winter or even shivers, you can try a winter coat or sweater to keep them warm.
Doxle with Children And Other Pets:
This mixed breed's Dachshund parents have smaller bodies with long spines that make them especially prone to injury, so Doxles would be a better fit for older or more gentle children. Doxles are very social and affectionate, so they do well with other dogs.