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

Curious
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Affectionate
Obedient
Patient
Loyal
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Fearless
Watchful

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

Germaneess shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

United States

United States

Bichon Frise, Pekingese

Great Pyrenees and German Shepherd

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Cream
White
Sable
Fawn

Black
White
Fawn

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

Germaneess have medium-length coats.

Wavy

Straight

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 Germanees 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.

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

Elbow Dysplasia
Deafness
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Heart Murmur
vonWillebrand’s Disease
Atopy

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

Ectropion
Cataract
Epilepsy
Diabetes

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

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Fecal Examination
Urinalysis
Complete Blood Count
Skin Biopsy
Buccal Mucosal Bleeding Time (BMBT)
Skin Scrape

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

Germaneess 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 fetch, Herding, Fetch, Walk, Play, Run, Pet stores, Car rides, Park, Hiking, Off-leash, Swim, Tug-of-war

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.

Germaneess 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 Germanees, it's at least 14 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 Germaneess usually need at least 60 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 Germanees requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
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 75-120 pound (34 - 54 kg) Germanees 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 Germanees is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 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 Germanees is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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.

Germaneess 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.

Germaneess 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.

Germaneess are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Germaneess are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.