Playful
Stubborn
Sensitive
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Devoted
Lively
Gentle
Cheerful
Clever

Active
Playful
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Trainable
Good-natured
Quiet
Faithful

Doxie-Chons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

English Cotralians are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

United States

United States

Bichon Frise and Dachshund

English Cocker Spaniel, Australian Shepherd

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Brown
Black

Black
White
Blue
Red

Wiry

Straight

A Doxie-Chon can have a litter of 2-5 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

An English Cotralian can have a litter of 6-9 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Hip Dysplasia
Diabetes
vonWillebrand’s Disease
Atopy

Deafness
Cataracts
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)
vonWillebrand’s Disease

Seborrhea
Epilepsy
Corneal Dystrophy
Acanthosis Nigricans
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Otitis Externa
Nasal Solar Dermatitis
Patent Ductus Arteriosus
Osteochondritis Dissecans

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Fecal Examination
Electrocardiogram
Urinalysis
Complete Blood Count
Buccal Mucosal Bleeding Time (BMBT)
Allergy Testing
Skin Scrape
Impression Smear

Skin Scraping
Ear Examination
Ophthalmic Exam
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Skin Biopsy
Orthopedic Exam
Thyroid Biopsies
Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) Levels

Doxie-Chon has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

English Cotralian has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Doxie-Chons are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

English Cotralians are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Playdate, Playing on Farm, Run, Hike, Brushing, Tug-of-war, Nap, Chase, Fetch, Off-leash, Eating Snacks, Playing

Fetch

Doxie-Chons are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

English Cotralians are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Doxie-Chon, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For English Cotralian, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Doxie-Chons usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most English Cotralians usually need at least 75 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Doxie-Chons require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The English Cotralian requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Doxie-Chon should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, English Cotralian should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 10-25 pound (5 - 11 kg) Doxie-Chon feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 38-45 pound (17 - 20 kg) English Cotralian feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Doxie-Chon is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of an English Cotralian is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Doxie-Chon is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of an English Cotralian is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Doxie-Chons make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

The English Cotralian is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Doxie-Chons have an average level of friendliness towards children.

English Cotralians make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Doxie-Chons are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

English Cotralians are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Doxie-Chons are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

English Cotralians are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Doxie-Chons are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

The English Cotralian is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.