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

Active
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Affectionate
Patient
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Trainable
Fearless
Faithful
Instinctual

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

Pyredoodles 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.

Pyredoodles make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

United States

United States

Italian Greyhound and Pekingese

Poodle and Great Pyrenees

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

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

Early 1900s

Unknown

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Gray
Brindle
Cream
Fawn
Black
Sable
Pied
White
Blue
Red

Cream
White

Peke-Italians have medium-length coats.

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

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 Pyredoodle can have a litter of 6-9 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
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome
Periodontal Disease

Bloat
Canine Cushing’s Disease

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

Digestive

Eye
Knee
Heart
Skeletal
X-Rays
MRI
Respiratory Tests

Full Body Physical Examination

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

Pyredoodles are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

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

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

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

Peke-Italians have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Pyredoodles sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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.

Pyredoodles 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.

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 Pyredoodle, it's at least 7 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 Pyredoodles usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Peke-Italian requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pyredoodles require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Peke-Italian 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

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

Slicker Brush
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
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 90-100 pound (41 - 45 kg) Pyredoodle 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-Italian is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Pyredoodle 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 Pyredoodle 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.

Pyredoodle is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Peke-Italians are not suitable for children.

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

Peke-Italians are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

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

Pyredoodles are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

Pyredoodles have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.