People ask me about dachshund mixes more than almost anything else. They love the long body and the big attitude, but they wonder what changes when you add a pug, a poodle, or a Labrador to the picture.
The honest answer is that every puppy is a shuffle of two breeds. One pup in a litter can look and act mostly dachshund, while a brother or sister leans hard toward the other parent.
That is why this page works the way it does. The table below gives you all 15 crosses side by side, and the short sections after it go a little deeper on the mixes we have covered in full guides on this site.
15 Dachshund Crosses at a Glance
Use the size column as a rough guide, not a promise. Whether the dachshund parent was miniature or standard can move the numbers a lot, and males often finish heavier than females.
Coat works the same way. A puppy can inherit the smooth dachshund coat, the other parent coat, or something in between that only settles as the dog grows up.
| Cross name | Other parent breed | Typical size range | Coat | Temperament in a few words |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chiweenie | Chihuahua | 5 to 12 lb | Short and smooth, sometimes longer and silky | Bold, loyal, vocal, very clingy |
| Dorgi | Welsh Corgi | 15 to 28 lb | Thick double coat or smooth coat | Sturdy, outgoing, smart, playful |
| Doxiepoo | Poodle | 8 to 25 lb | Wavy to curly, light shedding | Smart, playful, quick to learn |
| Jackshund | Jack Russell Terrier | 15 to 25 lb | Short, smooth or slightly broken | Energetic, bold, busy, tireless |
| Doxle | Beagle | 20 to 30 lb | Short, dense, often tricolour | Merry, friendly, led by the nose |
| Dachsador | Labrador Retriever | 25 to 50 lb | Short and dense, sheds well | Friendly, loyal, playful, eager |
| Daug | Pug | 15 to 25 lb | Short, smooth and glossy | Affectionate, funny, people loving |
| Dameranian, also called DoxiePom | Pomeranian | 5 to 20 lb | Fluffy double coat or smooth coat | Lively, loyal, vocal, confident |
| Docker | Cocker Spaniel | 15 to 30 lb | Medium to long, silky, feathered ears | Gentle, affectionate, eager to please |
| Golden Dox | Golden Retriever | 25 to 50 lb | Medium to long, golden, dense | Friendly, gentle, bold at times |
| Dorkie | Yorkshire Terrier | 5 to 12 lb | Long and silky or short and smooth | Feisty, affectionate, vocal, devoted |
| Schweenie | Shih Tzu | 8 to 20 lb | Long, silky, flowing | Gentle, sweet, fairly laid back |
| Mauxie | Maltese | 5 to 15 lb | Long, silky, soft, light shedding | Playful, affectionate, bright, lively |
| Mini Schnoxie | Miniature Schnauzer | 10 to 20 lb | Wiry, dense, light shedding | Loyal, chatty, smart, spirited |
| Basschshund | Basset Hound | 25 to 45 lb | Short, dense and smooth | Calm, gentle, patient, stubborn |
Closer Looks at Seven Mixes
Seven of these crosses have their own full guides here, because readers keep asking about them by name. Each short section below tells you the one thing that catches most new owners out.
Chiweenie
Small dog, huge opinions. Our Chiweenie guide covers the barking, the one person bonding, and the dental crowding that turns up in those tiny jaws.
Training needs to start early and stay kind. If you let a Chiweenie run the house in the first month, you will spend the next year renegotiating.
Dorgi
Two herding and hunting minds in one low body makes a dog that gets bored fast. The Dorgi guide explains the shedding, the heel nipping habit from the corgi side, and how much exercise settles it.
Most Dorgis suit families well. They still need a job, even if that job is just a scent game in the garden after dinner.
Daug
The Daug is the clown of this list, and the one most people pick for flat life. Our pug dachshund mix guide is honest about the breathing side, because a shorter pug face can mean noisy airways and trouble in heat.
Keep walks sensible on warm days and keep the dog lean. Extra weight makes both the breathing and the back worse at the same time.
Dameranian or DoxiePom
This one bonds hard and tells you about every sound in the street. The Pomeranian dachshund mix guide walks through coat care, barking, and the separation worry that comes with such a devoted little dog.
Grooming depends on which coat your pup drew. A pom style double coat needs brushing several times a week, not a quick pass on Sundays.
Docker
The Docker tends to be softer and easier going than most dachshund crosses, thanks to the spaniel side. Our dachshund cocker spaniel mix guide covers the feathered ears, the matting, and the weekly ear checks this mix really needs.
Ears are the chore people forget. Long, floppy ears trap moisture, so a quick clean and a look inside each week saves a lot of vet trips.
Golden Dox
This is the odd one out, and our dachshund golden retriever mix guide says so plainly. The size gap between the parents means responsible breeders do not plan this cross, and the dogs you meet are usually rescues or happy accidents.
If one lands in your life, expect friendly and unpredictable in equal measure. There is no breed standard here, so judge the dog in front of you.
Dorkie
The Dorkie pairs two vocal, clever breeds, so quiet was never on the table. The dachshund yorkie mix guide covers the silky coat, the bossy streak, and teaching a quiet cue before the barking becomes a habit.
These dogs suit people who are home a lot. Leave a Dorkie alone all day and it will fill the silence itself, loudly.
What Every Mix Shares
Whatever the second breed is, the dachshund half leaves its mark. Most mixes keep a longer back, short legs, a strong nose, and a mind that likes to argue its case.
The back is the health point to take seriously. Keeping any mix lean protects its long back, and ramps, careful lifting, and fewer jumps off the sofa all help too.
VCA Hospitals explains how intervertebral disc disease affects long backed breeds, including why weight and repeated strain raise the risk. A yelp when lifted, a hunched back, or wobbly back legs means a vet visit the same day.
The rest is ordinary good care, done steadily. The ASPCA sets out what responsible dog care includes, from food and vet care to training, exercise, and prompt treatment when something looks wrong.
How to Choose a Cross
Start with energy, not looks. A Jackshund or Dorgi will rearrange a quiet home, while a Daug or Schweenie settles far sooner after a walk.
Then count the grooming honestly. A Doxiepoo, Mauxie, or Mini Schnoxie may shed less, but the coat still needs brushing and trims, and a Docker or Schweenie can mat in days if you skip it.
Think about your days as they really are. Most of these mixes bond closely and cope badly with long, empty hours, so a dog walker, a family rota, or working from home matters more than garden size.
Ask hard questions before you pay or sign anything. A good breeder health tests both parents and shows you the results, and a good rescue tells you what they know and what they do not.
Meet adult dogs of the cross if you can. Puppies are all charm, but an adult Chiweenie or Dachsador shows you the noise, the shedding, and the exercise bill you are actually signing up for.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which dachshund mix stays smallest?
The Chiweenie, Dorkie, and Mauxie usually stay smallest, often under 12 lb when the dachshund parent was a miniature. Always ask about both parents, because a standard dachshund parent changes the maths fast.
Which cross sheds the least?
Doxiepoos, Mauxies, and Mini Schnoxies tend to shed least, thanks to the poodle, Maltese, and schnauzer coats. No mix is truly hypoallergenic, so spend time with the breed mix first if allergies matter.
Are dachshund mixes healthier than purebreds?
Not automatically. A wider gene pool can lower the odds of some inherited problems, but a mix can still inherit back trouble from the dachshund side and anything the other parent carries.
Which mix suits a first time owner?
A Docker or a Daug is often an easier start, as both tend to be affectionate and keen to please. A Jackshund or Dorgi asks for more experience, more exercise, and a firmer routine.
How much exercise do these mixes need?
Most do well on 30 to 60 minutes a day, split into walks and play. The bigger and busier crosses sit at the top of that range, and every mix needs sniffing time and games, not just steps.
