As a leading provider of puppies for sale, we hear a lot of interesting questions about what breed is best suited for our customers. One of the most common is whether mixed breed dogs are healthier than purebreds. The answer to this question is yes. When you buy a purebred dog, you are getting a very specific set of traits related to that breed. For instance, if you want a dog for hunting, there are breeds that have the necessary traits bred into them and have the ability to do things that other breeds can’t. For instance, if you intend to use your dog for hunting water fowl, a Labrador Retriever is an ideal breed. They are naturally comfortable around water and even have partially webbed feet that make them more capable in the water than other breeds. The job of a hunting dog is a challenging one, and most breeds are not really suited to do it. Can you imagine what a dip in river or lake would do to poor FiFi the Poodle’s hair-doo? That being said, if you are simply buying a dog to be your family pet, there are also considerations about what breed work best for that as well. But one of the most important things to consider when buying one of our puppies is, will my dog be healthy and live a long, full life? The fact is, knowing what potential health problems plague certain breeds is very important. And that is one of the major reasons why mixed breed dogs have a tendency to be healthier. One of the main reasons why mixed breed dogs are healthier than purebreds is that when you combine the genetic code of two different breeds, it is far less likely that breed specific ailments will be present. Think of it this way, if both of your parents had heart disease, you would be at a very high risk for the disease. However, if only one of your parents suffered from the ailment, you would have a better chance of avoiding that illness. The same thing applies to canines. While it is not a perfect science, I would bet my money on a mixed breed being healthier overall. The best way to potentially avoid health problems is doing your research when deciding what breed best suits you. Look into the different health problem associated with each breed and make an educated buying decision. Below I have listed some of our more populare mixed breeds for you to look into, good hunting!

• Cavachon: A mix between the Cavalier and Bichon
• Morkie: A Maltese and Yorkshire Terrier mix.
• Cockapoo: A Cocker Spaniel and Poodle mix.