Stubborn
Agile
Intelligent
Affectionate
Aggressive
Good-natured
Companionable
Athletic
Mischievous
Opinionated

Active
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Lively
Watchful

Peke-Italians are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Belgian Laekenoiss are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Peke-Italians are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Choose a Belgian Laekenois 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

Belgium

Italian Greyhound and Pekingese

shepherd

Early 1900s

1800s

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Peke-Italians have medium-length coats.

Belgian Laekenoiss have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Wavy

Wiry

A Peke-Italian can have a litter of 2-4 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 Belgian Laekenois can have a litter of 12-14 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-Italians are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Belgian Laekenoiss are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

Belgian Laekenoiss are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome
Periodontal Disease

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

KCS
Epilepsy
Hydrocephalus
Leg Fractures
Eye Disease
Mitral Valve Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Hypothyroidism

Eye
Knee
Heart
Skeletal
X-Rays
MRI
Respiratory Tests

Thyroid Tests
X-Rays

Peke-Italians are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

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

Peke-Italian has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Belgian Laekenois has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Belgian Laekenoiss require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

Belgian Laekenois dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Peke-Italians are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Peke-Italian dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

Belgian Laekenoiss 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-Italian, it's at least 4 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 Belgian Laekenois, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Peke-Italians usually need at least 20 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 Belgian Laekenoiss 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.

Slicker Brush
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 7-14 pound (3 - 6 kg) Peke-Italian 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 55-65 pound (25 - 29 kg) Belgian Laekenois feed 2.5 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-Italian is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Belgian Laekenois is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Peke-Italian 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 Belgian Laekenois 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-Italians are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Belgian Laekenois is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

The Peke-Italian is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

The Belgian Laekenois is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Peke-Italians are not suitable for children.

Belgian Laekenoiss are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Peke-Italians are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Peke-Italians are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Belgian Laekenoiss are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Peke-Italians are not known for being a highly playful breed.

Belgian Laekenoiss are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

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