Poochins, also known as Chinpoos, Doodlechins, and Chindoodles, are an adorable mix of a Poodle and a Japanese Chin. These dogs are known to be very laid-back and easy to train, which makes them a great family pet or a good choice for retirees.
They often have wonderful personalities but should be introduced to other animals from a young age. Poochins can also tend towards a dominant behavior if you don’t train them properly and clearly establish yourself as the boss from the start. These little guys only grow to an average of about 5-12 pounds, but they can have a very mighty attitude!
The Chorkie
Chorkies are wiggly little doggos that were bred from a Chihuahua and Yorkshire Terrier. These guys only get to be around 10 pounds maximum, which puts them in the toy-sized category. The Chorkie is loyal and loving, and a very vocal little guy.
He is super adorable but can also be considered a “yippy” dog. Because of their size, they can do very well in condos and apartments, although they do have fairly high energy levels. The Chorkie needs plenty of playtime and does great in families with children. Due to its parent breeds, it’s also an intelligent pet and picks up on training easily.
The Pomapoo
The Pomapoo is a sweet, often shy cross between a Pomeranian and a Poodle. Pomapoos love to play, but they’re also content laying on the couch with you after a hard day at work. Their Pomeranian side gifts them with their gentle personality, while the Poodle in them lends to their high levels of intelligence.
They are said to be great dogs for seniors, but they don’t do too well around young children who may be a little rough with them. Pomapoos are also known as a “teddy bear dog,” and are fiercely loyal to their people. This breed has actually been around for quite some time but has gained more popularity over the past couple of decades.
The Boskimo
The Boskimo is a hybrid cross between an American Eskimo dog and a Boston Terrier. Although the latter have shorter, sleeker coats, Boskimos tend to inherit a fluffier fur from their Eskimo relatives and do require a good bit of grooming. These guys need to be around their owners a lot and often suffer from separation anxiety. Because of this, they wouldn’t be the best pet for someone who works long hours away from home.
If that sounds like you and you’re still interested in a Boskimo, they may be okay at the house alone as long as you begin crate training from a very young age. These good boys are known for being highly intelligent and very playful.
The Masti-Bull
Masti-Bulls are a cross between the Mastiff and the American Bulldog – meaning they get pretty big, usually growing to a weight of between 100-130 pounds. He needs a lot of exercise and room to run around, and will do best in a home that has a large, yard that’s fenced in. But even though these guys love to play, they also enjoy their down time and will love to cuddle up with you on the couch.
Because they are so large, coupled with their often-stubborn attitudes, this breed works best for experienced dog owners that have the patience and understanding for training them properly. Don’t let his big size fool you in to thinking he won’t be a great family dog, because these lovable doggos are good around kids!