While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Pekepoos are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Silky-Pin is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Active
Stubborn
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Aggressive
Trainable
Good-natured
Faithful
Opinionated
Instinctual

Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Quick
Joyful
Inquisitive
Clever

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

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

United States

United States

Poodle, Pekingese

Silky Terrier and Miniature Pinscher

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®
DBR = Designer Breed Registry

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

Early 1900s

2000s

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Brown

Gray
Brindle
Cream
Fawn
Black
Sable
White
Silver
Blue
Red

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Isabella
Fawn
Blue
Silver
Sable
Brindle

Pekepoos have medium-length coats.

Silky-Pins have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wavy

Straight

A Pekepoo 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 Silky-Pin 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.

Pekepoos are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Silky-Pins are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Pekepoos 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 Silky-Pin breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Sebaceous Adenitis
Eye Disease
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Addison's Disease
Mitral Valve Disease
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome

Tracheal Collapse
Spongiform Leukodystrophy
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

KCS
Hydrocephalus
Corneal Disease

Patellar Luxation
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Congenital Eye Defects

Eye
Blood
Knee
Heart
X-Rays
Respiratory Tests
Full Physical Examination

Eye Examination
Blood And Urine Analysis
Diagnostic Imaging
Cardiac Test
DNA

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

Silky-Pins' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Pekepoos need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

Pekepoos 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.

Silky-Pins are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Pekepoo, it's at least 7 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 Silky-Pin, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Pekepoos usually need at least 30 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 Silky-Pins usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Pekepoos have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

The Silky-Pin requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pekepoo 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, Silky-Pin should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Pekepoo is somewhere $1.40 - $1.70 per day.

The average cost of a Silky-Pin is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Pekepoo is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $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 Silky-Pin 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.

Pekepoos are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Silky-Pin is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Pekepoos have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Pekepoos have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Silky-Pins are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Pekepoos are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Silky-Pins are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

Silky-Pins are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

Silky-Pins are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Silky-Pins are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.