Loyal
Affectionate

Active
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Trainable
Cheerful
Faithful
Instinctual

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

Mastidoodles are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

United States

United States

Dachshund and Cocker Spaniel

Mastiff and Poodle

Not recognized by any clubs.

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

1999

1990s

Hazel
Brown

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black

Blue
Black
Brown
Isabella

Black
Brown
White
Cream

Brown
Black
Cream
Sable
Gray
Brindle

Dockers have medium-length coats.

Mastidoodles are known for their coat length.

Straight

Wavy

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.

A Mastidoodle can have a litter of 3-5 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.

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

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

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

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

Retinal Dysplasia
Seborrhea
Color Dilution Alopecia
Acanthosis Nigricans

Entropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Canine Hip Dysplasia

Entropion
Ectropion
Lip Fold Pyoderma
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Ultrasound

Ear Examination
Optical Exam
Blood Analysis
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian
Full Physical Eexamination by the Veterinarian to test the range of movement in the joint areas

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Mastidoodle, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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

Mastidoodles 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.

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

Mastidoodle 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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Scissors
Clipper

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.

For an average 90-140 pound (41 - 64 kg) Mastidoodle feed 4.5 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 Docker is somewhere $2.10 - $2.80 per day.

The average cost of a Mastidoodle is somewhere $4.20 - $5.60 per day.

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.

The average per month expenses of a Mastidoodle 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.

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

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

Dockers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Mastidoodles make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Dockers are not cat friendly.

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

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

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

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

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

Dockers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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