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

Active
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful
Willful

Bichon Frise, Pekingese

German Wirehaired Pointer, Labrador Retriever

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®

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Unknown

2000s

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Black
Cream
White
Sable
Fawn

Black
Brown
White
Pied

Peke-A-Chons are known for their coat length.

German Wirehaired Labs have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Wavy

Wiry

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 German Wirehaired Lab can have a litter of 6-10 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 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 German Wirehaired Lab 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

Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia

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

Entropion
Cataracts

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

X-Rays
Fluorescein Test
Full Physical Examination

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

German Wirehaired Labs are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Playing Ball, Fetch, Hiking, Walks, Swimming, Hunting, Catch balls, Fetch bumper, Catch treats, Tug-of-war, Tag, Running, Road trip, Tracking, Tricks, Tug, Obstacles, Rides, Trackin, 4 months, Cuddles

Peke-A-Chons are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

German Wirehaired Labs are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Peke-A-Chon, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For German Wirehaired Lab, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Peke-A-Chons usually need at least 25 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most German Wirehaired Labs usually need at least 120 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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

The German Wirehaired Lab has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Ideally, Peke-A-Chon should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

German Wirehaired Lab should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 6-15 pound (3 - 7 kg) Peke-A-Chon feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 65-80 pound (29 - 36 kg) German Wirehaired Lab feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Peke-A-Chon is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a German Wirehaired Lab is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Peke-A-Chon is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a German Wirehaired Lab is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

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.

German Wirehaired Labs 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.

German Wirehaired Labs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

German Wirehaired Labs 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.

German Wirehaired Labs are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

German Wirehaired Labs are highly friendly around strangers.

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

German Wirehaired Labs 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 German Wirehaired Lab is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.