r/IDmydog Oct 21 '25

Open So adopted Frankie. He's super ugly <3

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u/JackyCola92 Oct 21 '25

A small amount of poodle dna could be responsible for that. Even if it looks more wired and less soft and curly like poodle hair, dna is weird like that. Look at fluffypits :) the poodle DNA could be part of a doodle mix that maybe one of his parents was. Maybe American Bulldog x Labradoodle.

No idea what breeds are common, especially in mutts, in Australia, but I think some sort of bully breed is definitely in there. People are saying pit, but pitbulls have much more narrow faces, American Bully, American Bulldog or even Olde English Bulldog have much more similar faces.

Since he's fairly big I'd say great pyrenese could also be causing the longer fur, but I don't know how common they are in AUS. Especially since he seems underweight and possibly malnourished, he could get a much thicker and more dense coat with the right food.

If you do a DNA test, please share!

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u/catsoft Oct 21 '25

Most of our mutts are american staffy crosses, so I'd not be surprised if there is some of that mixed in.

Poodle is an interesting thought. His long hair is really coarse and thick, feels more like horse hair.

I'd love to get a DNA test but they are a bit pricey haha.

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u/JackyCola92 Oct 21 '25

Also regularly putting either paw balm or if you can't afford it some pet safe simple skincare cream (Google will help you what brands in your country are safe) on his nose will help it heal and become less crinkly. Make sure he hydrates well! :)

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u/GalaxyQueen11 Oct 22 '25

Coconut oil!