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Dachshund And Rottweiler ‘Accidentally’ Got Together To Produce This Puppy

By: Julie Hunt
Julie Hunt is an avid dog lover and writer for iHeartDogs.com, and has a background as a veterinary technician. She rescued a beautiful former bait dog named Rory.Read more
| June 10, 2024

Since the practice of cross breeding, where two purebred dogs are mated to produce offspring, the world has been introduced to a myriad of unique and diverse dog breeds. Among these creative genetic mixes are Labradoodles, Goldendoodles, Puggles, Pomskies, Bernedoodles, and more. Recently, a new canine sensation has emerged on the internet, captivating the hearts of dog lovers everywhere. Albie, a two-year-old charmer, is the result of an unexpected pairing between a Dachshund father and a Rottweiler mother. Despite being the product of what was termed an “accidental litter,” Albie’s striking features suggest there are no accidents in nature’s design. He sports the elongated body of a Dachshund paired with the robust, endearing face of a Rottweiler, making him an instant internet darling.

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Albie’s human, Kylie Theaker, was so struck by his distinctive appearance that she felt compelled to share him with the world. She uploaded a video of Albie to TikTok, which quickly amassed a significant number of views and comments, confirming Albie’s special appeal.

“I really enjoy when I come across an unusual dog, and I’ve ever met one quite like Albie. He thinks he’s one of the big dogs, but he also thinks that he can prance about and play flight with tiny ones like this,” Theaker remarked in the video. In a conversation with Newsweek, Theaker revealed that Albie was actually her brother’s dog, adopted into their family. From their first meeting, everyone was enamored with him.

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Recalling a particularly heartwarming visit, Theaker shared how she once brought Albie to her grandmother’s nursing home to lift the spirits of the residents. “They absolutely loved him, and it gave them a little laugh to see such a unique mix,” she noted, highlighting the joy Albie brought to the elderly residents.

On another occasion, the uniqueness of Albie’s breed unexpectedly piqued curiosity when two men in a work van pulled over to inquire about him after catching a glimpse as they passed. The interaction underscored Albie’s ability to attract attention and spark delight merely by being his unusual self. Regardless of being an ‘accident,’ Albie is a charming, adorable dog who loves everyone he encounters. To meet Albie, play the video below!

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@thetheakers

The most random dog …. looks wise and personality wise ….. He certainly gets some attention whilst we’re out #dogsoftiktok #unusual #FYP

♬ original sound – Kylie T

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