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

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

Active
Playful
Happy
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Lively
Gentle
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual

Active
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual

Avoid Daisy Dogs as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Papi-poos aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

United States

United States

Poodle, Shih-Tzu, Bichon Frise

Poodle and Papillon

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

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

1950s

1990s

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black

White
Red
Silver
Gray
Black
Brown
Blue

White
Cream
Gray
Red
Sable
Black
White

Straight

Wavy

A Daisy Dog 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 Papi-poo 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.

Patellar Luxation
Epilepsy
Bloat
Eye Problems
Addison's Disease

Epilepsy
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Addison's Disease
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Collapsed Trachea

Hip Dysplasia
Reverse Sneezing
Bladder Stones and Infections

Patellar Luxation
Hypoglycemia
Eye Problems

X-Rays
Ultrasound
Electrocardiogram
Urinalysis
Blood Gas Analysis
ACTH Stimulation Test
Blood Tests
Full Physical Examination
Skin Biopsy or Intradermal Tests for specific allergies
Radiography

Optical Examination
Buccal Mucosal Screening
Full Physical Examination
Blood Work and Urine Tests
Full Chemistry Panel Tests and Blood Count
Physical and Neurologic Examination
Blood Tests and Analysis
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Echocardiography (ultrasound)
ACTH Test

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

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

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

Papi-poos sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

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

Fetch, Walk, Tug-of-war

Cuddling

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

Papi-poos 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 Daisy Dog, it's at least 4 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 Papi-poo, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Daisy Dogs usually need at least 30 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 Papi-poos 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.

Daisy Dogs have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Papi-poos 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.

Daisy Dog 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, Papi-poo should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 12-17 pound (5 - 8 kg) Daisy Dog feed 2 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 7-14 pound (3 - 6 kg) Papi-poo 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 Daisy Dog is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Papi-poo is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Daisy Dog 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.

The average per month expenses of a Papi-poo is between $36 - $39. This makes an average of $432 - $468 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.

Daisy Dogs are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Papi-poo is highly intelligent and very trainable.

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

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

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

Papi-poos make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Daisy Dogs are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Papi-poos are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Papi-poos are highly friendly around strangers.

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

Papi-poos are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.