A mixed breed dog goes by many different names like mutt, mongrel, and random bred dog. It shares its genetic background with two or more different breeds. In most cases the breeds that make up your dog will be unknown.

While many people prefer purebred dogs, mixed breed dogs have several advantages. For example, some breeders believe that mixed breed dogs show a higher intelligence than purebreds.

Also mixed breed dogs, do to hybrid vigor, tend to be healthier and live much longer than purebreds. This is because purebreds often carry the same set of genes among them and can easily pass genetic deficiencies on to the next generation.

One of the most highly prized characteristics of mixed breed dogs is their unique appearance. Because of the randomness of their breeding, no two dogs will look exactly the same, which is one of the biggest disadvantages of a purebred dog.

Another big advantage is that random bred dogs are often superior mothers, tend to produce more milk for their offspring and give better care for them. Because of this they have a much lower mortality rate among their offspring.

A dog’s pedigree is often looked upon as a status symbol, but when it comes right down to it most people would rather value their dog’s unique personality and health.

Regardless of their genetic background these types of dogs can make great family pets. They also tend to get along very well with children. The only disadvantage of a mixed breed dog is that you do not know on average how big they will grow.

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