Peke-A-Pap

Dog Breed Profile

Peke-A-Pap History

The Peke A Pap is a mixed-breed hybrid. Mixed-breed hybrids are dogs who, through deliberate human intervention, have been created by breeding two or more purebred parent breeds.

Time of Origin

Unknown

Country of Origin

United States Of America

Ancestry

Papillon, Pekingese

Peke-A-Pap Physical Characteristics

The Peke-A-Pap is a small, medium-large breed of domestic dog. They are characterized by their long, luxuriously soft white double coats. They have their ears cropped short and their faces and head shaved. Their feet are webbed. They weigh between 10 and 30 pounds and stand about 10 inches at the withers. Their tails are docked to about 5 inches in length.

Eye Colors

Brown

Nose Colors

Black

Coat Colors

Brown, Black, White

Height Range

Male Height Range: 6 – 11 inches

Female Height Range: 5 – 10 inches

Weight Range

Male Weight Range: 7 – 10 lbs

Female Weight Range: 6 – 9 lbs

Peke-A-Pap Health

Description of breed health.

Lifespan

10-14 yrs

Peke-A-Pap Health Concerns

Patellar Luxation, Entropion, Deafness, Hip Dysplasia, Skin Fold Dermatitis, Mitral Valve Disease, Brachycephalic Syndrome, Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome, KCS, Progressive Retinal Atrophy, Cataracts, Von Willebrand’s Disease

Peke-A-Pap Temperament and Behaviour

The Peke-A-Pap has a moderate energy level and needs plenty of daily exercise. They are playful, but not overly hyper. They are friendly and sociable with humans and other animals. Peke-a-Paps may be wary of strangers at first, but they are typically very social.

Peke-A-Pap Activity Requirements

Pekes, as they are affectionately nicknamed, are a small, compact, and muscular dog with a distinctive head. They are often described as “cat-like” due to their small size, loyal personalities, and their love of people. Pekes are small, but they don’t require a great deal of exercise. While they are adaptable to many living situations, they do best in homes with yards where they can run around. They are well suited to apartment living, but they will need a daily outing for exercise and socialization. If you are considering a Peke, be sure you are able to meet their need for human companionship. They are a very people-oriented breed and will prefer to be with you most of the time. They are not suited to kenneling or other situations where they will be left alone for long periods of time.