Why choose between two great breeds when you can have the best of both? Mixed breed dogs bring something special to the table—one-of-a-kind looks, unique personalities, and a blend of the best traits ...

The Pariah of India (or Desi Kutta) dog is among the most popular breeds on the subcontinent, and for good reason. They are sturdy, active, alert, intelligent, and well-built; they are devoted to ...

Yorkie mixes are often a blend of characteristics from both their Yorkie and other parent breed, resulting in unique personalities and appearances. Mixed-breed Yorkie dogs can have a variety of coat ...

For as long as I remember it has been argued that mixed breed dogs are healthier than purebred dogs because of "hybrid vigor". The genetics behind this are really quite simple. For certain genetically ...

With all the popular purebred dogs we see around us on a regular basis, some people assume they want their next pet to be one of these breeds. They want something familiar — a specific look or trait ...

One of the easiest ways to start an argument among people who own dogs as pets is to raise the issue "Which is better, a purebred or a mixed-breed dog?" In such an argument the mixed-breed advocates ...

The word "mutt" has some negative connotations, but National Mutt Day, happening this Saturday, pushes those aside and celebrates these lovable pups. This unofficial holiday falls on July 31 and ...

Move over, chocolate lab: The labradoodle has arrived. Why walk a corgi when you can have a dorgi? Or coddle a poodle when you can cuddle a yorkipoo? Mutts, by any other name, are all the rage.

HONOLULU (KHON2) — In honor of National Mutt Day, also known as National Poi Dog Day in Hawaiʻi, KHON2.com sat down with Brandy Shimabukuro, Communications Director for the Hawaiian Humane Society.