Playful
Stubborn
Energetic
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Devoted
Lively
Clever

Alert
Dignified
Intelligent
Determined
Friendly
Loyal

Doxie-Pins are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

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

Maremma Sheepdogs make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

United States

Italy

Miniature Pinscher, Dachshund

Mastiff, Native Mountain Dogs

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

American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Continental Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Brown
Black
Red

White

Doxie-Pins have medium-length coats.

Maremma Sheepdogs have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Straight

Wavy

A Doxie-Pin can have a litter of 4-8 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 Maremma Sheepdog can have a litter of 11-13 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.

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

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

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Glaucoma

Bloat

Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Radiographs
Blood Tests

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Doxie-Pins need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Maremma Sheepdogs need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

Maremma Sheepdog dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Playing, Play keep away, Play, Fetch, Walk, Keep away, Tug-of-war, Chase, Hide & Seek, Naptime, Walking, Shoe chewing, Run, Sleep, Hike, Sun bathing, Sleeping, Belly rubs, Cuddling, Watching tv, Road trip, Nap, Running, Love trrats, Love Car Ride, Playdate, Painting nails, Eating Snacks, Tag, Snuggling

Petting, Kiss, Brushing, Walk, Play, Run, Swim, Play ball

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Doxie-Pin, it's at least 4 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 Maremma Sheepdog, it's at least 16 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The Doxie-Pin has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Doxie-Pin 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, Maremma Sheepdog should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 10-25 pound (5 - 11 kg) Doxie-Pin 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 75-100 pound (34 - 45 kg) Maremma Sheepdog 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 Doxie-Pin is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Maremma Sheepdog is somewhere $3.50 - $4.90 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Doxie-Pin is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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 Maremma Sheepdog is between $112 - $154. This makes an average of $1344 - $1848 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.

Doxie-Pin is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

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.

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

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

Doxie-Pins have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Maremma Sheepdogs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Doxie-Pins are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Maremma Sheepdogs are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Doxie-Pins are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

Doxie-Pins are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Maremma Sheepdogs are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Doxie-Pins are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

Doxie-Pins are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Maremma Sheepdogs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.