Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Sweet
Strong
Willed
Bold

Playful
Stubborn
Clownish
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Devoted
Lively
Strong
Willed
Aggressive
Clever

Elk-a-Bees are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Doxie-Pits are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

United States

United States

Beagle and Norwegian Elkhound

American Pit Bull Terrier, Dachshund

Unknown

2000s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

White
Brown
Black

Fawn
Brown
Brindle

Elk-a-Bees have medium-length coats.

Doxie-Pits have short coats.

An Elk-a-Bee can have a litter of 5-10 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 Doxie-Pit 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.

Elk-a-Bees are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Doxie-Pits are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

None

Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Demodicosis
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Hypothyroidism

X-Rays
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Lab Tests

Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Radiographs

Elk-a-Bees sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

Play, Walk, Hunt, Napping, Tug-of-war, Going on walks, Fetch, Digging, Running

Playing fetch, Going for walks, Cuddles, Chase, Sleeping in, Chewing on toys, Go to Park, Frisbee, Fetch, Swimming, Cuddleing, Dog Parks, Playing, Cuddling, Sleeping, Eating Snacks, Sharing Food, Running, Relaxing, Walking, Tug-of-war, Hide & Seek, Driving, Playdate, Walk, Run, Play, Nap, Snuggling, Tug-a-war

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Elk-a-Bee, 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 Doxie-Pit, it's at least 11 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Elk-a-Bees 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 Doxie-Pits usually need at least 120 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average cost of an Elk-a-Bee is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of an Elk-a-Bee 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.

The average per month expenses of a Doxie-Pit is between $48 - $49. This makes an average of $576 - $588 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.

Elk-a-Bees make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Doxie-Pits have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Doxie-Pits are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

Doxie-Pits are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Elk-a-Bees are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Doxie-Pits are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.