Playful
Stubborn
Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Devoted
Lively
Fearless
Good-natured
Clever

Active
Playful
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Easygoing

Dachsweilers are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Rottweiler and Dachshund

Papillon, Maltese

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

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®

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Blue
Cream
Black

White
Silver
Black
Brown
Fawn

Dachsweilers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Papiteses have medium-length coats.

Wiry

Wavy

A Dachsweiler 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 Papitese 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.

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

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

Epilepsy
Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD)
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Portosystemic Shunt
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Von Willebrand's Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Food Allergies

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Urinalysis
Optical Examination
Neurological Testing
Blood Work and Serum Chemistry Tests

Eye Examination
Radiographs
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests
Complete Physical Examination

Walk, Run, Tug-of-war, Nap, Chase, Off-leash, Long walks, Tug o war, Running, Swimming, Fetch, Dog Parks, Bike ride, Walking, Play Fight, Cuddling, Car rides, Playdate, Speak, Sleep, Play keep away, Cuddle, Jumping, Tug of war, Camping, Catch treats, Hide & Seek

Fetch, Everythimg, Dog Parks

Dachsweilers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Papiteses are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Dachsweiler, it's at least 9 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 Papitese, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Dachsweilers usually need at least 90 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 Papiteses 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.

The Dachsweiler has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

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

Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 30-100 pound (14 - 45 kg) Dachsweiler 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 6-10 pound (3 - 5 kg) Papitese 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.

The average cost of a Dachsweiler is somewhere $1.40 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Papitese is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Dachsweiler is between $35 - $63. This makes an average of $420 - $756 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 Papitese 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.

Dachsweilers are not the best choice for families with kids.

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

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

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

Dachsweilers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

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

Papiteses are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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