Mixed Breed Dogs

Mutts are healthier, they’re unique, they are bright and quick to learn, seem to live longer, yet they are overpopulated. Mutts are mentally less intense than many purebred dogs, are less aggressive, and are happier. This usually means to better pets for most families.

Most purebred dogs have health problems due to inbreeding that’s just something that happens when you breed a dog with its cousin.  Also with increased popularity of a certain breed, we find that weaknesses in their medical and psychological makeup increase.   These inherited diseases are less likely to be a problem in mutts.

Mixed breed dogs offer the best of both worlds.  They lessen some of the negative stereotypes of certain breeds. They also escape the problems of over-breeding.  With purebreds, it’s all a beauty contest—it’s all about conformity you have to inbreed them to get those traits, and they’re just not going to be as hardy as a dog that’s got a little bit of everything in it.

Some purebred owners don’t want to take the chance on the surprises of how that mutt puppy may look as an adult. With any dog, good training will give you a good personality and a happier dog.  Ideally, we shouldn’t get hung up on looks and should adore the attention any pet will give us.  Mutts are often like the citizens of the USA, a great mixture.  All dogs can suffer from hereditary problems, and old age, can and will happen to all dogs.

When asked what my favorite breed of dog is,  I proudly proclaim "the All American Mutt." I have worked with many breeds at my job at a veterinary clinic and in my opinion they are the best breed ever.       There are all sizes of mixed breeds from tiny to huge.  But they all have one thing in commen.  They all have hearts full of love.