Active
Playful
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Trainable
Fearless
Assertive
Quiet
Faithful

Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Devoted
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Tenacious
Fearless

Cairn Terrier, Cocker Spaniel

Doberman Pinscher, Basset Hound

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brown
White
Red
Cream
Black

Gray
Blue
Brown
White

Cairicockers have medium-length coats.

Dobie-Bassets have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Wavy

Straight

A Cairicocker can have a litter of 6-8 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 Dobie-Basset can have a litter of 6-10 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.

Cairicockers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

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

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

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Glaucoma

Entropion
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Cardiomyopathy
Gastric Dilation Volvulus

Knee
Hip X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
DNA Test

Electrocardiogram
Radiographs
Urinalysis
Blood Electrolytes
ECG
Holter Monitor
Complete Blood Work
Serum Chemistry
Optical Exam
Schirmer Tear Test

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

Dobie-Basset has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Cairicockers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Dobie-Bassets are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Chase, Fetch, Walking, Tug-of-war

Play, Tug of war

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Cairicocker, it's at least 8 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 Dobie-Basset, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Cairicockers 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 Dobie-Bassets 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 Cairicocker requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Dobie-Basset has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Cairicocker 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, Dobie-Basset should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 14-28 pound (6 - 13 kg) Cairicocker 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 60-100 pound (27 - 45 kg) Dobie-Basset feed 3 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 Cairicocker is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Dobie-Basset is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Cairicocker 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 Dobie-Basset is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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.

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

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

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

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

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

Dobie-Bassets are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

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

Cairicockers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Dobie-Bassets are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.