Peke-A-Pin

Dog Breed Profile

Peke-A-Pin History

The Peke-a-Pin is a mixed-breed American miniature pinscher. The name is a blend of “peke” and “pin,” referring to its small size. A combination of the Miniature Pinscher and Pekingese, the Peke-a-Pin is intelligent, alert, and boisterous. The coat is short and smooth, and comes in a wide variety of colors. The tail is docked, and the ears are left natural. The origin of the name “Peke-a-Pin” has some mystery attached to it. Some think it was coined by New Orleans breeder and broker H.L. Roberts, while others believe it was originally called “Designer Dog”.

Time of Origin

Unknown

Country of Origin

United States Of America

Ancestry

Miniature Pinscher, Pekingese

Peke-A-Pin Physical Characteristics

The Peke-A-Pin is a small, short-haired breed of companion animal that is typically between 10 and 13 inches in height at the shoulders and 10 to 12 pounds in weight. They have a smooth, wrinkled coat that is white, cream, or fawn in color. They have a round head with a short muzzle, small ears, and eyes and a short tail. They are amiable, intelligent, and sociable animals.

Eye Colors

Brown

Nose Colors

Black

Coat Colors

Black, Brown, White, Gray, Fawn

Height Range

Male Height Range: 6 – 10 inches

Female Height Range: 5 – 9 inches

Weight Range

Male Weight Range: 8 – 10 lbs

Female Weight Range: 7 – 9 lbs

Peke-A-Pin Health

Description of breed health.

Lifespan

11-16 yrs

Peke-A-Pin Health Concerns

Patellar Luxation, Entropion, Skin Fold Dermatitis, Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease, Brachycephalic Syndrome, Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome, Skeletal Deformities, KCS, Cataracts, Hydrocephalus, Eye Disease, Mitral Valve Disease

Peke-A-Pin Temperament and Behaviour

The Peke-A-Pin is a playful and energetic breed of small dog. They love to be around people, even children. They are highly sociable and tend to get along with other dogs and house pets. They are generally easy to train and make great companions.

Peke-A-Pin Activity Requirements

The Peke-A-Pin is a small, short-legged breed of dog that originated in the United States. They are intelligent and lovable, but they can be stubborn. They are best suited to homes with older children or adults. One of the great things about the Peke-A-Pin is that they are small enough to be suitable for apartment living. However, they do prefer a home with a yard for playing and running around. While they are not high energy, they do need to play on a regular basis. While they are not a high-energy breed, they do require regular walks to keep their weight under control. While they are well suited to apartment living, they can be destructive if left alone for long periods of time.