Pekepoo

Thinking about purchasing an Pekepoo? Then read our breed profile including a brief description, information on height, weight, color, coat, temperament, grooming, activity and history. Purchasing a new puppy is a commitment that may last ten or more years so please educate yourself on the Pekepoo breed, including all stages of their life from puppy hood to older dog.

Ask yourself will I be a good owner? Do I have the time it takes to train a new puppy? Do I have the resources to give my new dog a rewarding life. Do I have a local veterinarian that I can take my new dog to? Do I have a groomer or can I do the grooming myself on a regular basis. Fundamental requirements for a being a good Pekepoo owner;

properly feed your new dog,
house them comfortably
train them in basic obedience.

Before making a purchase talk to the breeder, ask them many questions about their dogs and the breed in general. A good breeder will teach you about the Pekepoo and they will have many questions for you about your home and life style and if this breed is suited for you and your family.

Questions you may want to ask an Pekepoo Breeder:

When were your Pekepoos born? When will they be allowed to leave?
Have your puppies received their first shots? being wormed? had a puppy check up with your veterinarian?
What type of socialization have the puppies received? with children? with other pets? in the home?
Have you seen genetic problems in previous litters? What are your health guarantees?
Are there any health certifications on the sire or dam?
What is the temperament of the puppies, of the mother? shy? boisterous? aggressive? skittish?
If you become unable to care for your new Pekepoo, will the breeder help you find a new home?

It is recommended that you sign a contract with the breeder so that there will be no misunderstandings on the arrangements made. Then bring home your new Pekepoo and enjoy as "there is no greater love then a dog's devotion."

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Pekepoo Profile

A Pekepoo is a Poodle hybrid that is a cross-breed of a Poodle and a Pekingese and may demonstrate any combination of traits from those two breeds. Poodle hybrids have become very popular in the past few years. They play a big role in the current designer dog trend. The cross with the Poodle is usually because of the the Poodle's nonshedding coat. The experimentation of these hybrid or designer dogs has not been recognized by the American Kennel Club or Canadian Kennel Club. The key to cross breeding to purebred dogs is what is called hybrid vigor, the breeding resulting in a healthier dog with superior genetic constitution can come from dogs purebred for so long that they have common genetic disorders. Pekepoo, pronounced Peek-a-Poo is a cross between the Pekingese and the Miniature Poodle. They’re small, friendly, playful dogs. It's non-shedding coat makes it ideal for owners with allergies.

Other Names: Peek-a-poo, Peke-A-Poo, PeekaPoo, Pekapoo

Height: 11 in.
Weight: 9 - 20 lb.

Color: White, black, brown, even a mix of all three colors (solid or phantom colors).
Coat: Non-shedding coat.

Temperament: Friendly, protective and affectionate with their owners, but uncomfortable around strangers. They can and will bark.
With Children: Good, they’re very friendly toward children.
With Pets: Good, usually get along well with other dogs and cats.
Special Skills: Non-shedding coat.

Watch-dog: Very low
Guard-dog: Very low

Pekepoo Care and Exercise: Moderate exercise with moderate grooming, an active dog that enjoys playing in an open area. Also enjoys daily walks.
Training: Obedience training is recommended as a puppy.
Learning Rate: High, they’re very intelligent dogs.

Activity: Moderate
Living Environment: Good for an apartment. They can be fairly active indoors and will do fine without a backyard.

Pekepoo Health Issues: Usually healthy dogs.

Life Span: 15 years
Litter Size: 2 - 6

Country of Origin: North America
History of the Pekepoo: Cross between two purebred dogs, the Pekingese and the Miniature Poodle.

First Registered by the AKC: Not registered by the AKC.

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Wednesday, March 19, 2008