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Name	Dachshund	Parson Russell Terrier	Doxiepoo
Origins	Germany	England	Germany
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Designer Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bassotto Sausage Dog Tekkel Tekkel Doxie Weenie Dog Worshond Teckel	Parson Parson Jack Russell Terrier Jack Russell Terrier	Dachdoodle Dachshund Poodle Dachshunddoodle Dachshundpoo Doodle Doxiedoodle Doxiepoodle
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Dachshund vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Doxiepoo breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Dachshund vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Doxiepoo Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Dachshund or Parson Russell Terrier or Doxiepoo? Which is the smallest dog, Dachshund or Parson Russell Terrier or Doxiepoo?	Small	Medium	Small Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Dachshund or Parson Russell Terrier or Parson Russell Terrier? Dachshund vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Doxiepoo weight comparison:	Toy: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 16-32 pounds (7-15 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)	14-18 pounds (6-8 kg)	5-30 pounds (2-13.5 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Toy: 9.5 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 24 pounds (11 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)	16 pounds (7 kg)	17.5 pounds (8 kg)
Height Which is taller, Dachshund or Parson Russell Terrier or Doxiepoo? Dachshund vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Doxiepoo height comparison:	Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 8-11 inches (20-27 cm), Miniature: 5-7 inches (13-18 cm)	12-14 inches (31-36 cm)	10-20 inces (25-51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 9.5 inches (23.5 cm), Miniature: 6 inches (15.5 cm)	13 inches (33.5 cm)	15 inches (38.5 cm)

Dachshund vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Doxiepoo Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Dachshund or Parson Russell Terrier or Doxiepoo? Which is more expensive?	$500-$700	$400-$600	$200-$400
Availability Which is easier to get, Dachshund or Parson Russell Terrier or Doxiepoo?	Very frequent: The Dachshund is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Parson Russell Terrier is easier than average to get.	Average: The Doxiepoo is a commonly available dog breed.

Dachshund vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Doxiepoo Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Dachshund vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Doxiepoo intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Very smart: Doxiepoo is an excellent dog breed. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Dachshund vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Doxiepoo trainability comparison.	Dachshund dogs are easy to train. See more.	Parson Russell Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Doxiepoo dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Dachshund or Parson Russell Terrier or Doxiepoo?	Dachshund dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Parson Russell Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Doxiepoo dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Dachshund or Parson Russell Terrier or Doxiepoo? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Dachshund dogs are average defenders. See more.	Parson Russell Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Doxiepoo dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Dachshund vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Doxiepoo Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Dachshund or Parson Russell Terrier or Doxiepoo? Dachshund vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Doxiepoo behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Stubborn Courageous Devoted Lively Clever	Happy Energetic Intelligent Obedient Bold Eager	Affectionate Loyal Watchful Adaptable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Parson Russell Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Dachshund vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Doxiepoo?	High: Dachshund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Parson Russell Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Doxiepoo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Dachshund vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Doxiepoo social needs comparison:	Dachshund dogs are a social breed. See more.	Parson Russell Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Doxiepoo dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Dachshund dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Parson Russell Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Doxiepoo is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Dachshund dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Parson Russell Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Doxiepoo dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Dachshund vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Doxiepoo Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Dachshund vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Doxiepoo playfulness comparison:	Average: Dachshunds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Parson Russell Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Doxiepoo is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Dachshund vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Doxiepoo?	A lot: Dachshund is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Parson Russell Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Doxiepoo is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Dachshund or Parson Russell Terrier or Doxiepoo?	Apartment-friendly dog the Dachshund breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Parson Russell Terrier indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Doxiepoo breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Dachshund vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Doxiepoo Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Dachshund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Parson Russell Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Doxiepoo dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Dachshund or Parson Russell Terrier or Doxiepoo?	Dachshund dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Doxiepoo dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Dachshund vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Doxiepoo Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Dachshund or Parson Russell Terrier or Doxiepoo?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Dachshund bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Parson Russell Terrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Doxiepoo bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Parson Russell Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Doxiepoo has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Dachshund vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Doxiepoo mouthiness comparison:	Dachshund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Parson Russell Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Doxiepoo dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Dachshund vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Doxiepoo Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Dachshund vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Doxiepoo health comparison. Which is the healthier: Dachshund vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Doxiepoo?	The Dachshund is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Parson Russell Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Doxiepoos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Dachshund vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Doxiepoo? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Dachshund vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Doxiepoo health problems comparison:	Legg-perthes Disease Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Deafness Intervertebral Disk Disease Elbow Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Mitral Valve Disease Cushing's Syndrome Acanthosis Nigricans Baldness Canine Diabetes Mellitus Lymphocytic Thyroiditis Narcolepsy	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Slipped Stifle Eye Problems Epilepsy Ear Infections Intervertebral Disk Disease Diabetes Heart Disease Seizures Urinary Stones Digestive Problems Skin Diseases Canine Crushing Disease Immune Mediated Hemolytic Anemia (IMHA)
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Dachshund should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Parson Russell Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Doxiepoo should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Dachshund vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Doxiepoo lifespan comparison. How long do Dachshund, Parson Russell Terrier and Doxiepoo breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Dachshund: 13 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Parson Russell Terrier: 14 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Doxiepoo: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Dachshund vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Doxiepoo?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Parson Russell Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Dachshund vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Doxiepoo Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Dachshund or Parson Russell Terrier or Doxiepoo? Dachshund vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Doxiepoo energy level comparison:	Dachshund dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Parson Russell Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Doxiepoo dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Dachshund vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Doxiepoo exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Dachshund or Parson Russell Terrier or Doxiepoo? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Dachshund dogs have an average exercise need.	Parson Russell Terrier dogs need a lot of exercises.	Doxiepoo dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Dachshund or Parson Russell Terrier or Doxiepoo?	Dachshund dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Parson Russell Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Doxiepoo dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Dachshund vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Doxiepoo Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Dachshund or Parson Russell Terrier or Doxiepoo?	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Dachshund vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Doxiepoo weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Dachshund breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Low: The Parson Russell Terrier has good luck with genetics. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Doxiepoo's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Dachshund vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Doxiepoo Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Dachshund vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Doxiepoo coat comparison:	Fine	Rough	Curly Coarse Short Long
Colors What are the original Dachshund, Parson Russell Terrier and Doxiepoo color?	Black Tan Red Blue White Silver Brown	Black Tan White Brown	Black Gray Cream White Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Dachshund or Parson Russell Terrier or Doxiepoo? Dachshund vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Doxiepoo grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Dachshund doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Parson Russell Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Doxiepoo requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Dachshund or Parson Russell Terrier or Doxiepoo? Dachshund or Parson Russell Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Dachshund dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Parson Russell Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Doxiepoo dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Dachshund or Parson Russell Terrier or Doxiepoo?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Dachshund vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Doxiepoo hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Dachshund vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Doxiepoo?	Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Parson Russell Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Doxiepoo has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Dachshund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Parson Russell Terrier is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Doxiepoo is an average drooler. See more.

Dachshund vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Doxiepoo Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Dachshund dogs are generally with other pets.	Parson Russell Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Doxiepoo dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Dachshund or Parson Russell Terrier or Doxiepoo? Which dog is more friendly?	Dachshund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Parson Russell Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Doxiepoo dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Dachshund or Parson Russell Terrier or Doxiepoo?	Dachshund dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Parson Russell Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Doxiepoo dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Dachshund or Parson Russell Terrier or Doxiepoo?	Dachshund dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Parson Russell Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Doxiepoo dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Dachshund or Parson Russell Terrier or Doxiepoo?	Dachshund dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Parson Russell Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.	Doxiepoo dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Dachshund vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Doxiepoo?	Yes Dachshund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Parson Russell Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Doxiepoo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Dachshund is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Parson Russell Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Doxiepoo is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Dachshunds are not the best breed for elderly people.	Parson Russell Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Doxiepoos are not the best breed for elderly people.

Dachshund vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Doxiepoo As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Dachshund or Parson Russell Terrier or Doxiepoo? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Dachshund vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Doxiepoo?	Not really Dachshund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Parson Russell Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Doxiepoo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Dachshund vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Doxiepoo Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Dachshund and Parson Russell Terrier and Doxiepoo have?	4-8 puppies	4-8 puppies	2-6 puppies
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Dachshund vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Doxiepoo Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1997 as a Terrier breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Dachshunds group, in the section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	No data available	Not recognized by any clubs.

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