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

Active
Playful
Stubborn
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Devoted
Lively
Fearless
Clever

United States

United States

Italian Greyhound and Pekingese

Dachshund and Smooth Fox Terrier

Early 1900s

1990s

Brown

Blue
Hazel
Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
Isabella

Gray
Brindle
Cream
Fawn
Black
Sable
Pied
White
Blue
Red

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Isabella
Fawn
Blue
Silver
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Peke-Italians have medium-length coats.

Smooth Foxie Doxies have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Wavy

Straight

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 Smooth Foxie Doxie can have a litter of 4-8 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 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 Smooth Foxie Doxie breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

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

Patellar Luxation
Epilepsy
Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD)
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

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

Deafness
Allergies
Diabetes
Congenital Eye Defects

Eye
Knee
Heart
Skeletal
X-Rays
MRI
Respiratory Tests

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Blood And Urine Analysis
Hearing and Ear Tests
DNA

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

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

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

Smooth Foxie Doxies 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.

Smooth Foxie Doxies 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 Smooth Foxie Doxie, it's at least 5 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 Smooth Foxie Doxies 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.

The Smooth Foxie Doxie has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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, Smooth Foxie Doxie should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Peke-Italian is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Smooth Foxie Doxie is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

Peke-Italians are not suitable for children.

Smooth Foxie Doxies 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.

Smooth Foxie Doxies are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

Smooth Foxie Doxies are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

Smooth Foxie Doxies are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

Smooth Foxie Doxies are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.