Playful
Stubborn
Sensitive
Intelligent
Affectionate
Gentle
Aggressive
Good-natured
Cheerful
Opinionated

Active
Playful
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious

Peke-A-Chons are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Bodacions are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Peke-A-Chons make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Choose a Bodacion if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

United States

United States

Bichon Frise, Pekingese

Border Collie and Dalmatian

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Peke-A-Chons are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Bodacions thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Peke-A-Chon has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Bodacion has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Peke-A-Chons need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Bodacions need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Peke-A-Chons are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Bodacions are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

The Peke-A-Chon is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Bodacions bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Snuggles, And much more, Play keep away, Nap time, Fetch, Walks, Walk, Nap, High Five, Eating Snacks

Running, Outside, Ball, Fetch, Bath time, Run, Swimming, Walkin, Herding, Chasing birds, Playing tag, Watching tv, Patting, Car rides, Walks, Traini, Chase, Snuggling

Peke-A-Chons have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

The Bodacion has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Peke-A-Chon has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Bodacion is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Peke-A-Chons have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Peke-A-Chons make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Bodacions can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Peke-A-Chons have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Bodacions make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Peke-A-Chons are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Bodacions are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Peke-A-Chons are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Bodacions are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Peke-A-Chons have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Bodacions are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.