Dog crossbreed

This article is about cross-breeding between two or more recognized dog breeds. For hybrids of dogs with other dog species, see Canid hybrid. For unbred dogs, dogs of unknown origin, or unintentional mixed-breed origin, see Mongrel.
A Labradoodle is bred from a Labrador Retriever and a poodle.

Dog crossbreeds (sometimes called designer dogs) are dogs which have been intentionally bred from two or more recognized dog breeds. They are not dogs with no purebred ancestors, but are not otherwise recognised as breeds in their own right, and do not necessarily breed true.

Dog crossbreeds are combinations of lineages of the domestic dog; they are distinguished from canid hybrids, which are interspecific crosses between Canis species (wolves, coyotes, jackals, etc.).