When choosing a canine companion, many people gravitate toward certain breeds of dogs based on their physical appearance or ancestry. While these preferences are valid, we shouldn't overlook the wonderful world of mixed-breed dogs, often referred to as mutts.
Mongrels, also known as mutts or mixed-breed dogs, are the delightful result of the crossbreeding of different dog lines. They are a blend of several breeds, making them unique and full of surprises. In this article, Dogalyo explores the benefits of adopting a mixed-breed dog.
Mongrels: resilient and robust canine companions
Pedigree dogs, while often similar in appearance, share identical genetic backgrounds due to selective breeding. Unfortunately, this uniformity can lead to common health issues within the same breed.
In contrast, mongrel dogs benefit from diverse genetics resulting from crossbreeding. Their robust health makes them less prone to hereditary diseases, leading to fewer veterinary consultations and cost savings.
Moreover, studies reveal that mongrels exhibit greater resilience against common canine ailments. In terms of health, these crossbred dogs outshine their purebred counterparts.
Mongrels are more affectionate
All dogs are affectionate to their families as long as they are properly cared for. Pedigree dogs and mutts are fantastic, affectionate and playful. They will always bring out the best in our smiles.
But rescued dogs, the mutts, are especially grateful. Although the intelligence level of a mutt is not known for certain, it is believed that they are aware that they have no home, and when adopted, they give their all to please their new family.
For this reason, many people who have had both purebred and mixed-breed dogs say and confirm that rescued dogs are much more affectionate and grateful. Something to consider.
They are unique and exclusive dogs
When you buy or adopt a purebred dog, you already know what it will be like physically and what kind of temperament it will have. But when you adopt a mutt, everything is different. No one knows what it will be like or what kind of character it will have.
Mixed-breed dogs are unique and exclusive. No one else on the planet will have a dog like yours, and that makes it even more valuable. Can you imagine having a child and not knowing what it will be like when it grows up? It's not a nice thing to do, because the nice thing is to see how they grow up and what they become.
The same is true with non-breed dogs. The nice thing is to see how they grow up and what they are like as adults, their unique traits, their character, etc.
Adopting a mongrel is free
Everyone is free to do what they want with their money, but... Why spend hundreds or thousands of dollars to buy a dog when you can adopt one for free? It doesn't make sense.
Adopting a dog from a kennel or shelter is free; we only pay for the vaccinations and the microchip. This is a very small amount that we would have to pay at the vet or for a pedigree dog, in addition to the price of the dog itself.
And not only is it free, but you are giving this dog a chance. He is destined for a sad life in a kennel. You are saving him and he knows it and will thank you for it.
Encouraging responsible breeding is essential
While there are responsible breeders who follow animal welfare laws, there are unfortunately many who put profit before the welfare of their dogs.
This is a form of animal cruelty that is punishable by law. Choosing to adopt a homeless puppy is a responsible decision that does not contribute to indiscriminate breeding.
Adopting the dog you want is very easy
Thousands of mongrel dogs are patiently waiting for homes. Whether you’re looking for a small, medium, or large dog, a puppy, an adult, or a senior, you’ll find the perfect match at an animal shelter.