Dog
Pronunciation:
peek-poo
Breed Description:
The Pekepoo breed of dog is a "designer" or mixed breed that was created by crossing the Miniature Poodle and the Pekingese. Because of this, a breed type has not been established and the looks and temperament of the dog can greatly change from one puppy to the next. Generally, the Pekepoo will have qualities of all the parents. They are a small sized breed of dog that should be compact and robust. The body is slightly longer than they are tall and their head is often the broad shape of the Pekingese with the large eyes but usually they have a medium length muzzle that is a cross between the two breeds. The tail is long and often curls over the back of the dog.
The coat of the Pekepoo can range between the long coat of the Pekingese and the curly coat of the Miniature Poodle but usually it consists of a double coat with a soft, short undercoat and a fluffy, cotton like topcoat that is medium in length and medium in texture. The coat can be found in any color or marking but the common color is white, black or gray.
Temperament:
The Pekepoo breed of dog is a designer breed and because of this, their temperament can vary greatly. They are known for being a very intelligent breed of dog that is usually very loving and loyal to their family. They are known for being a friendly breed that gets along well with everyone in their family. They can be reserved with strangers but with people they know, they are a sweet little dog. The breed does very well with children and they can be excellent with other dogs and pets.
Height:
The average height for a Pekepoo is between 10 to 15 inches.
Weight:
The average weight for a Pekepoo is between 10 to 20 pounds.
Health Problems:
The Pekepoo breed of dog has no known health problems, however, it is important to read up on the Miniature Poodle and the Pekingese to be aware of the health problems your puppy may be at risk for.
Living Conditions:
The Pekepoo breed of dog is versatile when it comes to living conditions and they can live in both apartments and homes with yards. They should not live outdoors and do best when they are inside with their family as a companion dog.
Exercise:
The Pekepoo breed of dog is an active breed that requires between 20 to 30 minutes of exercise each day. Generally, two good walks will meet their needs but it is also important to give them an opportunity for off leash exercise as well.
Life Expectancy:
11 to 15 years
Grooming:
The Pekepoo breed of dog is often clipped to keep grooming to a minimal. If they are clipped,they only need to be brushed once a week but in a full coat, expect to brush them two or three times per week. The Pekepoo should be bathed once or twice a month to keep their coat soft and you should wash around their eyes to prevent staining.
Origin:
The Pekepoo breed of dog is a designer `hybrid`breed that has become popular over the last decade or so. There is no actual origin for the breed and if you are interested in learning more about the Pekepoo, it is important to read up on the Miniature Poodle and the Pekingese. Comments
The standards for all the breeds accepted to the AKC are used here for breed information, and those not part of the AKC are resourced from FCI standard information, where it is written and coded into the club rules for those breeds.
