Sometimes unethical breeders advertise hybrids as being healthier
than purebred dogs because of the broader gene pool, but this hasn't always proven to be true.
I have heard that mixed breeds live
longer than purebred dogs because many purebred dogs are prone to specific health issues.
Mixed breed dogs are also available and many people believe that they make as good or better
pets than their purebred counterparts.
The percentage of hybrid designer dogs with genetic problems is much
lower than purebred dogs because the gene pool is mixed.
While a mixed - breed dog has a more diverse genetic
makeup than a purebred dog, the size, appearance, and temperament of most mixed - breed dogs can be well predicted.
This is, as obvious, done for the purpose of either a better looking dog or a dog that requires lesser
maintenance than a purebred bulldog.
Despite the commonly held notion that mixed - breed dogs display fewer inherited
disorders than purebred dogs [2 — 5], actual data suggests a more nuanced interpretation.
There is a misconception out there that shelter dogs are more prone to be sick or have expensive medical
problems than purebred dogs.
They are much more
expensive than a purebred Pitbull, so you should be prepared to spend more, and always make sure the breeder is responsible.
«Very happy dog» indeed — the sweetest, most dependable temperament of any dog; smarter than any other dog
other than a purebred Border Collie; and can learn almost anything in one training session.
The findings from surveys performed by the late George A. Padgett, DVM, Veterinary Pathologist & Professor Emeritus at the College of Veterinary Medicine of Michigan State University and author of Control of Canine Genetic Diseases, indicate that mixed - breed dogs have more genetic
diseases than purebred dogs.
Designer dogs have become popular for their looks in some cases, but also because there is a widespread belief that they are healthier
than purebred pooches, due to greater genetic diversity.
Village dogs had a much wider variety of genetic
differences than purebred dogs and thus are better sources of historical data, Shannon, Boyko, and their colleagues report online today in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.
If you are looking for a smaller breed of dog then I would suggest the CockaPoo, they are great with kids and are
heartier than a purebred Cocker.
In many cases, crossbred dogs are less likely to develop congenital
conditions than purebred dogs simply because the gene pool is much larger.
That said a Staffy cross Labrador coat is likely to be short if slightly
thicker than a purebred Staffy so should just need regular brushing.
Generally, hybrid puppies tend to have higher
prices than purebreds (between $ 150 and $ 600), but there's always the possibility of adoption, which reduces your initial costs considerably.
(The chances are considerably greater in purebred cats; but because there are so many more random - bred
cats than purebreds, statistics are misleading.)
The Staffy x Bullmastiff will probably live longer
than a purebred Mastiff as hopefully, the Staffy's lack of health issues and longer lifespan will counter the Bullmastiff's problems and relatively short lifespan.
Do NOT be fooled by the claim that adopting a rescue dog will guarantee you a friendly warm family pet, or that it will be
cheaper than a purebred... because many times it will not.
If I wasn't smart enough to figure it out on my own it could have given my husky mange when I brought her home, costing me more money in vet
bills than a purebred dog would cost to purchase.