While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Italian-Bichons are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Dachshund is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Playful
Agile
Sensitive
Intelligent
Affectionate
Gentle
Companionable
Cheerful
Athletic
Mischievous

Clever
Devoted
Playful
Courageous
Lively
Stubborn

Italian-Bichons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Avoid Italian-Bichons as watchdogs - they're not effective.

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

Bichon Frise and Italian Greyhound

Braque, Pinscher, French Basset Hound, Spaniel, Terrier

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
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry

2000's

1500s

Brown

Blue
Hazel
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
Isabella

Cream
Fawn
Sable
White

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Isabella
Sable
Brindle
Pied

Italian-Bichons have short coats.

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

An Italian-Bichon can have a litter of 2-5 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.

A Dachshund can have a litter of 12-15 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.

Urolithiasis
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Bloat

Cataracts
Shaker Dog Syndrome

Deafness
Epilepsy
Diabetes
Cushing's Disease

Urinalysis
Blood Count
Ophthalmologic Examination
Blood Chemistry

Hearing
Blood Test
Hip X-Rays
(Dna Test For Pra)
Eye Examination

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

Dachshund dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Italian-Bichon, 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 Dachshund, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Italian-Bichons usually need at least 45 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 Dachshunds 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 Italian-Bichon requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Italian-Bichon 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

In general Dachshund should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

Slicker Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 12-18 pound (5 - 8 kg) Italian-Bichon 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 11-32 pound (5 - 15 kg) Dachshund feed 1.4 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 an Italian-Bichon is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Dachshund is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of an Italian-Bichon 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 Dachshund is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $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.

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.

Italian-Bichons have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Dachshunds are not the best choice for families with kids.

Italian-Bichons are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

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

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

Italian-Bichons are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

Italian-Bichons are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

Italian-Bichons are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

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