The Morkie is one of the smaller designer crossbreeds and while still not common in the UK, it is growing in popularity around the world due to their loving nature and fluffy looks.

The breeds that make up the Morkie are another two fluffballs, the Maltese and the Yorkshire Terrier, but depending on how they have been bred, this crossbreed has a lot of variety in terms of size, shape, colours and coat types. The Morkie can be a first cross (with one Maltese and one Yorkshire Terrier parent),they can be bred back to one of the original breeds, or be two Morkies bred together. But in all cases this is a very small and friendly companion dog.

The need-to-know

• Dog suitable for non-experienced owners
• Basic training required
• Enjoys gentle walks
• Enjoys walking an hour a day
• Little toy dog
• Minimum drool
• Requires grooming every other day
• Don't mind
• Chatty and vocal dog
• Not a guard dog
• May require training to live with other pets
• May require training to live with kids

The Chug is one of the smaller designer crossbreeds and while still not common in the UK, the breed is growing in popularity around the world.

The breeds that make up the Chug are the Chihuahua (long coat or smooth coat) and the Pug. The Chug can be a first cross (with one Chihuahua and one Pug parent), can be bred back to one of the original breeds or be two Chugs bred together - so there are varieties in size, shape, colours, coat types and health, but in all cases this is an extremely small companion dog.

The need-to-know

• Dog suitable for non-experienced owners
• Basic training required
• Enjoys gentle walks
• Enjoys walking half an hour a day
• Little toy dog
• Minimum drool
• Requires grooming once a week
• Non hypoallergenic breed
• Quiet dog
• Not a guard dog
• May require training to live with other pets
• May require training to live with kids

The Chorkie is one of the smaller designer crossbreeds and while still not common in the UK, it’s growing in popularity around the world.

The breeds that make up the Chorkie are the Chihuahua (long coat or smooth coat) and the Yorkshire Terrier. The Chorkie can be a first cross (with one Chihuahua and one Yorkshire Terrier parent), can be bred back to one of the original breeds or be two Chorkies bred together - so there are varieties in size, shape, colours and coat types, but in all cases this is an extremely small companion dog.

The need-to-know

• Dog suitable for non-experienced owners
• Basic training required
• Enjoys gentle walks
• Enjoys walking half an hour a day
• Little toy dog
• Minimum drool
• Requires grooming every other day
• Non hypoallergenic breed
• Chatty and vocal dog
• Not a guard dog
• May require training to live with other pets
• May require training to live with kids

The Malshi is one of the smaller designer crossbreeds originating in the US, and while still not common in the UK, is growing in popularity. The breeds that make up the Malshi are the Maltese and the Shih Tzu.

The Malshi come in a variety of sizes, shapes, colours and coat types, but in all cases this is a small companion dog. This crossbreed can be a first cross (with one Maltese and one Shih Tzu parent), they can be bred back to one of the original breeds, or be two Malshis bred together.

The need-to-know

• Dog suitable for non-experienced owners
• Basic training required
• Enjoys gentle walks
• Enjoys walking half an hour a day
• Little toy dog
• Minimum drool
• Requires grooming daily
• Non hypoallergenic breed
• Chatty and vocal dog
• Not a guard dog
• Great with other pets
• May require training to live with kids

The Chiweenie is one of the smaller designer crossbreeds and while fairly popular in the US, it’s still not common in the UK, although it is slowly growing in popularity around the world.

The breeds that make up the Chiweenie are the Miniature Dachshund and the Chihuahua. As with all intentionally breed crossbreeds, the Chiweenie can be a first cross (with one Dachshund and one Chihuahua parent) or they can be bred back to one of the original breeds or be two Chiweenies bred together - so there are varieties in shape, size, colours and coat types. This is especially true in the Chiweenie given the mix of the long, low Dachshund - which comes in three coat types (smooth, long-haired and wire-haired), and the tiny Chihuahua (which comes in two coat types smooth and long-haired).

The need-to-know

• Dog suitable for non-experienced owners
• Basic training required
• Enjoys gentle walks
• Enjoys walking half an hour a day
• Little toy dog
• Minimum drool
• Requires grooming once a week
• Non hypoallergenic breed
• Chatty and vocal dog
• Not a guard dog
• May require training to live with other pets
• May require training to live with kids

Pomsky is one of the designer crossbreed dogs gaining popularity with dog lovers, particularly because of their cute looks. The breeds that make up the Pomsky are the Pomeranian, the smallest of the spitz breeds, and the Siberian Husky. The result is a cute ball of fur that looks like a mini wolf, but less demanding than its parent, the Siberian Husky.

The Pomsky can be a first cross (with one Pomeranian and one Husky parent), they can be bred back to one of the original breeds or be two Pomskies bred together (although in-breeding can be an issue in this case). This means there are varieties in the shape, colours, coat types and behaviour of a Pomsky companion.

The need-to-know

• Dog suitable for experienced owners
• Some training required
• Enjoys active walks
• Enjoys walking one to two hours a day
• Medium dog
• Minimum drool
• Requires grooming daily
• Non hypoallergenic breed
• Chatty and vocal dog
• Not a guard dog
• May require training to live with other pets
• May require training to live with kids

The Beaglier is one of the ever-increasing designer crossbreeds that has its origins in Australia, although it’s still quite unusual in the UK.

The breeds that make up the Beaglier are the Beagle and the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. The Beaglier can be a first cross (with one Beagle and one Cavalier parent) or they can be bred back to one of the original breeds, or else be two Beagliers bred together - so there are varieties in size, shape, colours and coat types.

The need-to-know

• Dog suitable for non-experienced owners
• Basic training required
• Enjoys active walks
• Enjoys walking one to two hours a day
• Medium dog
• Some drool
• Requires grooming once a week
• Non hypoallergenic breed
• Chatty and vocal dog
• Not a guard dog
• May require training to live with other pets
• Great family dog

The Borador is an outgoing mixed breed dog that’s a combination of the Labrador Retriever and the Border Collie. They’re becoming popular amongst active owners looking for an energetic and curious dog that combines the kindly natures of both breeds.

The Borador can be a first cross (with one Labrador and one Collie parent) or they can be bred back to one of the original breeds or be two Boradors bred together - so there are varieties in size, shape, coat types and temperaments.

The need-to-know

• Dog suitable for experienced owners
• Extra training required
• Enjoys vigorous walks
• Enjoys walking more than two hours a day
• Medium dog
• Some drool
• Requires grooming once a week
• Non hypoallergenic breed
• Chatty and vocal dog
• Guard dog. Barks and alerts
• May require training to live with other pets
• May require training to live with kids

The Cockalier is a cross between two spaniel breeds, the Cocker Spaniel (show type or working) and the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. In rarer cases the American Cocker Spaniel can also be used.

The Cockalier can be a first cross (with one Cocker and one Cavalier parent), can be bred back to one of the original breeds or be two Cockaliers bred together - so there are varieties in size, shape, coat types and temperaments.

The need-to-know

• Dog suitable for non-experienced owners
• Some training required
• Enjoys vigorous walks
• Enjoys walking one to two hours a day
• Small dog
• Minimum drool
• Requires grooming daily
• Non hypoallergenic breed
• Chatty and vocal dog
• Not a guard dog
• May require training to live with other pets
• May require training to live with kids

Shorkies might be one of the smaller designer crossbreeds, but their big personality offers the perfect counterbalance to their diminutive stature. While more common in the US, it is slowly growing in popularity around the world due to their ability to adapt to different households. The breeds that make up the Shorkie are the Shih Tzu and the Yorkshire Terrier.

The Shorkie can be a first cross (with one Shih Tzu and one Yorkshire Terrier parent), be bred back to one of the original breeds or be two Shorkies bred together. This means there are varieties in size, shape, colours and coat types, but in all cases, this is a very small companion dog.

The need-to-know

• Dog suitable for non-experienced owners
• Basic training required
• Enjoys gentle walks
• Enjoys walking an hour a day
• Little toy dog
• Minimum drool
• Requires grooming daily
• Non hypoallergenic breed
• Chatty and vocal dog
• Not a guard dog
• May require training to live with other pets
• May require training to live with kids

The Zuchon is one of the smaller designer crossbreeds, but despite their diminutive stature they are full of energy and personality. While more common in the US, it is slowly growing in popularity around the world due to their affectionate nature that makes them a great companion for both young and old. The breeds that make up the Zuchon are the Shih Tzu and the Bichon Frise.

The Zuchon can be a first cross (with one Shih Tzu and one Bichon parent), they can be bred back to one of the original breeds or be two Zuchons bred together. This means that there are varieties in size, shape, colours and coat types, but in all cases this is a small companion dog.

The need-to-know

• Dog suitable for non-experienced owners
• Basic training required
• Enjoys gentle walks
• Enjoys walking an hour a day
• Little toy dog
• Minimum drool
• Requires grooming daily
• Non hypoallergenic breed
• Chatty and vocal dog
• Not a guard dog
• May require training to live with other pets
• May require training to live with kids

The Goldador is a fairly common crossbreed of the Labrador Retriever and the Golden Retriever. Usually already successful working dogs will be mixed to produce puppies who will be further suited to work as guide dogs, assistance dogs, search and rescue dogs or working gundogs.

The Goldador can be a first cross (with one Labrador Retriever and one Golden Retriever parent), can be bred back to one of the original breeds, or be two Goldadors bred together.

The need-to-know

• Dog suitable for non-experienced owners
• Some training required
• Enjoys vigorous walks
• Enjoys walking one to two hours a day
• Large dog
• Minimum drool
• Requires grooming every other day
• Non hypoallergenic breed
• Quiet dog
• Not a guard dog
• Great with other pets
• Great family dog