Playful
Loving
Stubborn
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Devoted
Lively
Clever

Playful
Stubborn
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Cheerful

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

Yorkie Russells are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Japanese Chin and Dachshund

Jack Russell Terrier, Yorkshire Terrier

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

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

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Brown
Gray

Black
White
Blue
Brown
Fawn
Silver

Doxie-Chins have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Yorkie Russells have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wiry

Straight

While the Doxie-Chin breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Yorkie Russells typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia

Portacaval Shunt
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Tracheal Collapse
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Subaortic Stenosis
Canine Cushing’s Disease
Canine Glaucoma

Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Corneal Dystrophy
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Epilepsy
Von Willebrand's Disease
Cerebellar Ataxia

X-Rays
Eye Examination
CT or MRI scan
Electrocardiogram
Urinalysis
Fluorescein Test
Complete Blood Count
Thyroid Panel

Knee
Liver Ultrasound
CERF
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Endoscopy
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
DNA for VWD

Doxie-Chins are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Yorkie Russells' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

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

Yorkie Russell has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Doxie-Chins require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

Yorkie Russells need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

Yorkie Russells are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Doxie-Chin, it's at least 7 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 Yorkie Russell, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Doxie-Chins 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 Yorkie Russells usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Doxie-Chin requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Yorkie Russells 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.

Doxie-Chin 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, Yorkie Russell should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of a Yorkie Russell is somewhere $1.10 - $1.80 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Doxie-Chin 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 a Yorkie Russell is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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.

Doxie-Chin has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Yorkie Russells are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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

Yorkie Russells are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Doxie-Chins are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Yorkie Russells are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

Yorkie Russells are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Doxie-Chins have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Yorkie Russells are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

Yorkie Russells are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.