Loving
Dignified
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Patient
Loyal
Devoted
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Reserved
Generous
Thoughtful

Affectionate
Playful
Inquisitive

Irish Danes are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Doxles shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Irish Danes are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Choose a Doxle if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

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Irish Wolfhound, Great Dane

Beagle, Dachshund

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Not recognized by any clubs.

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brindle
Sable
Cream
Red
Gray
Silver
Fawn
Blue
White
Black

Brown
Black
White

Irish Danes have medium-length coats.

Doxles have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

An Irish Dane can have a litter of 10-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Doxle can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Irish Danes are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Doxles have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

The Irish Dane breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

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

Entropion
Gastric Torsion
Cardiomyopathy
Canine Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat

Osteosarcoma
Myotonia

Deafness
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Cushing's Disease

Radiographs
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Orthopedic Exam
Ocular Exam
Cardiac Test
Electromyography (EMG)
Muscle Biopsy
Blood Panel
Bone Biopsy

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Physical Examination
Urinalysis
Complete Blood Work
Serum Chemistry
Spinal Tap
Neurologic Exam
Ophthalmic Examination

Irish Danes are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Doxles thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Irish Dane has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Irish Danes have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Doxles are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Irish Dane dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Doxle dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Irish Danes are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Doxles are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Doxle dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Irish Dane, it's at least 9 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 Doxle, it's at least 4 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Irish Danes usually need at least 90 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 Doxles usually need at least 35 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 Irish Dane has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Doxles 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.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 120-150 pound (54 - 68 kg) Irish Dane feed 4 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 18-30 pound (8 - 14 kg) Doxle feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of an Irish Dane is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average cost of a Doxle is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of an Irish Dane is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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 Doxle 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.

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

Doxle is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

The Irish Dane is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Doxles can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Irish Danes are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Doxles are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Irish Danes are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Irish Danes have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Doxles are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Irish Danes are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Doxles are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.