Active
Stubborn
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Gentle
Social
Aggressive
Fearless
Good-natured
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Opinionated
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

Playful
Loving
Stubborn
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Devoted
Lively
Clever

Pekaliers are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Doxie-Chins are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Doxie-Chins aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

United States

United States

Pekingese, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Japanese Chin and Dachshund

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®

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Hazel

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Cream

Black
White
Brown
Gray

Pekaliers have medium-length coats.

Doxie-Chins have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Wavy

Wiry

A Pekalier can have a litter of 3-5 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 Doxie-Chin 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.

Patellar Luxation
Distichiasis
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Mitral Valve Disease
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Syringomyelia
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
Episodic Falling
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Cryptorchidism

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia

Entropion
Skin Fold Dermatitis

Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Corneal Dystrophy
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Full Body Examination

X-Rays
Eye Examination
CT or MRI scan
Electrocardiogram
Urinalysis
Fluorescein Test
Complete Blood Count
Thyroid Panel

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

Doxie-Chins are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

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

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

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

Doxie-Chins require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

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

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

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

Doxie-Chins 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 Pekalier, it's at least 5 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 Doxie-Chin, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

Pekaliers 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.

The Doxie-Chin requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Doxie-Chin 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
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Pekalier is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

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

Pekaliers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Doxie-Chins are not the best choice for families with kids.

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

Doxie-Chins are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Pekaliers are not known for being a highly playful breed.

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