Reviewed by Juliane Evans Reviewed by Juliane Evans There are so many types of dog breeds, such as designer dogs, mixed breed dogs, and mutt dogs, and lots of definitions get thrown around.

But as certain dog breeds go in and out style, controversies around so-called "designer dogs" resurface. The term refers to dogs that are born from crossbreeding, or selectively breeding for ...

As designer dog breeds grow in popularity, experts warn that breeding for extreme looks may be causing long-term health issues and suffering. are we ignoring animal welfare in the name of aesthetics?

Mixed-breed dogs have always been around, but these “designer dog” breeds differ in that the parents are deliberately chosen and bred to produce certain characteristics in their offspring.

A lunatic who calls himself “Dr. DNA” sparked outrage after boasting he invented a new breed of “designer dogs ... Gary Hemming, an unlicensed dog breeder with no veterinary qualifications ...

A paper by the Royal Veterinary College finds popular dog breeds, like the miniature poodle, are more likely to experience ...

She suggested that owners should instead choose a "mixed breed" or a pet without extreme ... which educated them on the impacts of designer breeding on dog welfare..

Here's a rundown. In the United States, the American Kennel Club (AKC) currently registers 202 dog breeds. This number, however, does not include mixed-breed dogs or designer crossbreeds ...

These are not actual dog breeds but are so-called "designer dogs," a term used because it is classier than the more pejorative labels of "mutts" or "mongrels," which purebred dog enthusiasts are ...