Curious
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Fearless
Watchful

Active
Playful
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Docile
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Social
Sociable
Attentive
Trainable
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Extroverted
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

Choose a Doberman Shepherd if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Avoid Cavapoms as watchdogs - they're not effective.

German Shepherd, Doberman Pinscher

Pomeranian and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brown
Black

Black
Brown
White
Red
Brindle
Cream

Doberman Shepherds have medium-length coats.

Cavapoms have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Doberman Shepherd 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.

A Cavapom 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.

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

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

Elbow Dysplasia
Cardiomyopathy
Hip Dysplasia
CVI (Wobbler’s Syndrome)

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Mitral Valve Disease
Syringomyelia

Gastric Torsion
Osteosarcoma
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Pannus
Progressive Posterior Paresis
Perianal Fistulas
vonWillebrand’s Disease
Dermatitis

Cherry Eye

Cardiac
X-Rays
Physical Examination
Eye Examinations
DNA Test
Hip

X-Rays
Electrocardiogram
Urinalysis
Blood Tests
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Full Physical Examination
Ocular Tests

Doberman Shepherd has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

Doberman Shepherds require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Cavapoms need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Doberman Shepherds sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

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

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

Swimming, Fetch, Tag, Run, Bicycling, Walk, Play, Yoga, Hike, Training, Brushing, Beach, Dog Parks, Car rides, Chase, Walks, Hide & Seek, Walking, Bike ride, Hiking, Guard dog, Catch treats, Tug-of-war, Nap, Off-leash, Water, Road trip, Jog, Frisbee

Walk, Tug-of-war, Walks, Running, Cuddling, Play keep away, Run

Doberman Shepherds 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.

Cavapoms 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 Doberman Shepherd, it's at least 12 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 Cavapom, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Doberman Shepherds 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 Cavapoms 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.

Doberman Shepherd 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, Cavapom should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Hemostat
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 90-110 pound (41 - 50 kg) Doberman Shepherd feed 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.

For an average 10-20 pound (5 - 9 kg) Cavapom 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 Doberman Shepherd is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Doberman Shepherd is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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 Cavapom 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.

Doberman Shepherd is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Cavapom is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

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

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

Cavapoms are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

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

Doberman Shepherds are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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