Playful
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Responsive
Affectionate
Quick
Devoted
Lively
Gentle
Companionable
Sturdy
Amiable
Charming

Loyal
Affectionate

Cheeneses shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

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

Cheeneses aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

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

Havanese, Chihuahua

Dachshund and Cocker Spaniel

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Not recognized by any clubs.

Unknown

1999

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

Brown
White
Black
Cream

Black
Brown
White
Cream

Cheeneses are known for their coat length.

Dockers have medium-length coats.

A Cheenese can have a litter of 2-4 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 Docker 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.

Cheeneses are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

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

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

While the Docker breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

None

Retinal Dysplasia
Seborrhea
Color Dilution Alopecia
Acanthosis Nigricans

Patellar Luxation

Entropion
Ectropion
Lip Fold Pyoderma
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome

Eye
Knee
X-Rays
Physical Examination
Ear

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Ultrasound

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

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

Cheeneses bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

The Docker is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Non yet, Fetch, Tug-of-war, Walking

Playing fetch, Wañking, Chase, Fetch, Catch treats, Walk, Tug-of-war, Chasing, Walking, Sniffing, Dog Parks, Cuddling, Bath time, Napping, Running, Hike

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Cheenese, it's at least 6 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 Docker, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Cheeneses usually need at least 30 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 Dockers usually need at least 60 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 Cheenese has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Docker requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Cheenese should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Docker should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 4-16 pound (2 - 7 kg) Cheenese 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.

For an average 25-30 pound (11 - 14 kg) Docker feed 2 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 a Cheenese is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Docker is somewhere $2.10 - $2.80 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Cheenese 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.

The average per month expenses of a Docker is between $63 - $84. This makes an average of $756 - $1008 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.

Cheenese has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Docker is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Cheeneses make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Dockers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Cheeneses are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Dockers are not cat friendly.

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

Dockers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Dockers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.