Active
Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Loyal
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual

Dignified
Loyal
Sensitive
Intelligent
Mischievous
Strong
Willed

Poochins are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Avoid Poochins as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Rhodesian Ridgebacks are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

United States

South Africa

Japanese Chin, Poodle

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

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
Rhodesian Ridgeback Club Of The US

Unknown

1800s

Black
Brown

Black
Brown

White
Red
Sable
Silver
Cream
Gray
Black

Fawn
Red

Poochins have medium-length coats.

Rhodesian Ridgebacks have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Wavy

Straight

A Poochin can have a litter of 2-4 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback can have a litter of 10-12 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.

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

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

Hip Dysplasia
Mitral Valve Disease

Dermoid Sinus
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Bloat

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Diabetes
Von Willebrand's Disease
Addison's Disease

Entropion
Deafness
Cataracts
Hypothyroidism
Degenerative Myelopathy

Eye Examination
Radiographs
Complete Physical Examination
Complete Blood Test
Heart Testing

Hip
Hearing
Breeder Check For Dermoid Sinus
Skeletal
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Poochins are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Rhodesian Ridgebacks' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

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

Rhodesian Ridgeback has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Poochins require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

Rhodesian Ridgebacks require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Poochins have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Rhodesian Ridgebacks sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Poochins are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

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

Walk, Fetch, Tug-of-war

Fetch, Eating Snacks, Walk, Run, Playing, Tug-of-war, Running, Sniffing, Jumping, Walking, Get massages, Facial kisses, Wandering, Catch treats, Play, Zoomies, Go get it, Everything, Cuddling, Walks, Swimming

Poochins are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Poochin dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

Rhodesian Ridgebacks 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 Poochin, it's at least 5 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Poochins usually need at least 25 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 Rhodesian Ridgebacks 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.

Poochins 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.

The Rhodesian Ridgeback is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

Rhodesian Ridgeback 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
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 6-13 pound (3 - 6 kg) Poochin feed 0.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 79-85 pound (36 - 39 kg) Rhodesian Ridgeback feed 2.8 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 Poochin is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Rhodesian Ridgeback is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Poochin 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback 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.

Poochins make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

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

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

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

Rhodesian Ridgebacks are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

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

Poochins are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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

Rhodesian Ridgebacks are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.