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

Active
Loving
Protective
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Fearless
Good-natured
Assertive

United States

United States

Bichon Frise, Pekingese

Cairn Terrier, Australian Shepherd

Unknown

2000s

A Peke-A-Chon can have a litter of 2-5 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Cairn Australian Shepterrier can have a litter of 2-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Peke-A-Chons are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Cairn Australian Shepterriers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Peke-A-Chons typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

While the Cairn Australian Shepterrier breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Hip Dysplasia
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Dental Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome

Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

KCS
Cataract
Urolithiasis
Hydrocephalus
Eye Disease
Atopic Dermatitis
Mitral Valve Disease
Patent Ductus Arteriosus
Hemophilia

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Hypothyroidism

Eye
Blood
Heart
X-Rays
Dental Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
Respiratory Tests

Eye
Hip
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

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

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

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

Cairn Australian Shepterriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

The Cairn Australian Shepterrier requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

Cairn Australian Shepterriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Cairn Australian Shepterriers 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.

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

Peke-A-Chons are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Cairn Australian Shepterriers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Cairn Australian Shepterriers 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.

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

Peke-A-Chons are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

The Cairn Australian Shepterrier is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.