Peekapoo
Peekapoo is small, cuddly, and bred for the purpose of companionship. The perfect pet for families who want a lap dog.
Peekapoo Breed overview
The Peekapoo has characteristics of both parents. They are loyal, affectionate and playful dogs, with a moderate level of energy. They get along well with other dogs and can be good friends to children, but they may need more supervision when with strangers. They require regular grooming and exercise to prevent obesity and mats, but are adaptable and can live in apartments or homes with a yard. Peekapoos are intelligent and easy to train and thrive with positive reinforcement. Their affectionate personality makes them great lap dogs for novice owners or someone looking for a companion.
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What To Expect When Caring For a Peekapoo
Nutrition
Owners should feed their Peekapoos a high-quality dog food that contains plenty of protein and nutrients.
Their diet will depend on their weight, age, and activity level.
Owners should also consult with their veterinarian about any dietary restrictions their Peekapoo may have.
Grooming
Regular bathing and grooming is essential to a Peekapoo's health and happiness.
Owners should be prepared to brush their Peekapoo's fur daily to prevent matting and tangles.
Their nails must be trimmed regularly to prevent them from breaking or cracking.
Health
Peekapoos generally live for 12-15 years.
They are prone to certain health issues including ear infections, dental problems, and hip dysplasia.
Regular visits to the veterinarian should be scheduled to prevent or deal with these issues.
Owners should ensure that their Peekapoos receive a healthy, balanced diet and plenty of exercise to keep them healthy.
Exercise
Peekapoos require daily exercise, including short walks and outdoor playtime.
Indoor playtime and toys can also satisfy their exercise needs, but they enjoy the outdoors and long walks too.
Training
Peekapoos have a positive nature and respond well to positive reinforcement.
To prevent separation anxiety, owners should ensure that their Peekapoos get used to being alone from a young age.
They can be trained to do a variety of activities including obedience and tricks.
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Peekapoo Traits & Characteristics
Peekapoos are generally 9-11 inches tall and weigh between 4-20 pounds.
Their fur is generally curly and wavy, and needs to be trimmed every 6-8 weeks.
Ears should be cleaned regularly to prevent infections and shedding can be minimized with regular brushing.
Peekapoos require a lot of love and attention from their owners and may display anxiety if left alone for extended periods of time.
Affection
The degree to which a breed shows love and affection towards its human family members.
The Pekingese and Poodle crossbreed, Peekapoo, is affectionate and devoted to their families. They are always eager to please their humans with playtime or simply cuddling on the couch.
Children
How well a breed interacts with children, including tolerance for play and energy level.
Peekapoos are suitable for families with children above the age of 6, to ensure gentle interactions between them. They have a moderate energy level, making them great playmates for kids.
Dogs
The breed's friendliness and sociability towards other dogs.
These dogs have friendly and playful personalities, which make them generally well-suited for socializing. Introducing them to other dogs at a young age will help ensure a positive experience.
Strangers
The breed's reaction to unfamiliar people, including whether they tend to be wary or friendly.
Peekapoos are known to be slightly reserved with strangers, but proper socialization during puppyhood can help them befriend new people. Always supervise their interaction with strangers.
Playfulness
The breed's activity level and tendency to engage in play and games.
Peekapoos are moderately playful dogs and enjoy games that involve their brains, such as hide-and-seek, as well as physical activities like fetching and running.
Alertness
The breed's level of awareness and vigilance, which can affect their ability to perform certain tasks or jobs
While Peekapoos may inherit more the laid-back personality of their Poodle parent, they remain alert and attentive to their surroundings. They make excellent watchdogs and will raise the alarm if they sense any danger.
Adaptability
The breed's ability to adjust to new environments and situations, including whether they are adaptable or may become stressed.
Peekapoos are adaptable and can live in many different environments. They enjoy apartment life, but also thrive in homes with backyards.
Shedding
The amount of hair a breed sheds, which can affect allergies and cleanliness.
Peekapoos are considered hypoallergenic, but their level of shedding may vary depending on the coat type they inherit from their parents. Regular bathing and grooming can help reduce shedding in these dogs.
Grooming
The amount of maintenance required to keep a breed's coat healthy and clean.
With curly or wavy coats, Peekapoos require frequent brushing to avoid matting and tangling, and regular visits to the groomer. Their grooming needs may vary, but expect to spend some time maintaining their coats.
Drooling
The amount of saliva a breed produces, which can affect cleanliness and potential drool-related issues.
As a general rule, Peekapoos do not drool excessively. However, some of them may inherit more saliva glands from their Pekingese parent and produce more drool than others.
Size
The breed's overall size, including their weight and height.
Peekapoos are a small breed, weighing between 4 and 20 pounds, and measuring between 8 to 11 inches in height. Their small size makes them suitable for apartment living and ideal lap dogs.
Energy
The breed's overall activity level, including their need for exercise and play.
Peekapoos are a moderate energy breed. Regular exercise is vital for keeping them both physically and mentally stimulated. A daily walk or play session should suffice to meet their activity needs.
Exercise
The breed's need for physical activity and exercise to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Peekapoos require daily exercise to maintain optimal health. They enjoy playing with their owners, going on walks, and participating in dog sports like agility training.
Working
The breed's suitability for working and performing certain tasks or jobs.
Peekapoos are not traditionally a working breed. However, they thrive in obedience training and can perform various tasks like navigating mazes and running agility courses.
Hunting
The breed's natural hunting abilities, including their prey drive, scenting abilities, and tracking skills.
Peekapoos are not well-suited to hunting activities due to their small size and lack of hunting skills.
Vigor
The breed's physical stamina and endurance, including their ability to maintain high levels of activity and energy.
Peekapoos have a moderate energy level and require regular exercise to maintain optimal health. They are well-suited to apartment living and living with families.
Health
The breed's overall health and potential health issues, including whether they may be prone to certain illnesses or conditions.
Peekapoos are generally healthy dogs. They may be prone to health issues such as luxating patella, dental problems, and eye issues, so regular vet checkups are necessary.
Obesity
The breed's tendency to gain weight and become overweight or obese, including whether they require extra monitoring and exercise.
Peekapoos are prone to obesity if not provided with enough exercise and a healthy diet. Monitor their food intake and ensure they have regular exercise to maintain an optimal weight.
Cold
The breed's ability to tolerate cold weather conditions, including whether they require extra warmth and protection.
Peekapoos cannot tolerate extreme cold temperatures. They should be provided with warm, comfortable accommodations, and warm winter jackets during the colder months.
Heat
The breed's ability to tolerate hot weather conditions, including whether they require extra cooling and protection.
Peekapoos can tolerate mild summertime temperatures, but they may become overheated and uncomfortable when temperatures rise above 80 degrees Fahrenheit. Provide them with ample water and shading in hot weather.
Apartment
The breed's suitability for new or inexperienced dog owners, including their trainability and temperament.
Peekapoos can adapt well to apartment living as long as they have regular exercise. They are a perfect dog for someone who lives in an apartment and is looking for a furry companion.
Wanderlust
The breed's tendency to wander or roam, including whether they may become lost or require a lot of supervision.
Peekapoos have a tendency to wander off if not properly leashed or contained. It is importanct to train them to stay close to their owners and to provide secure fencing in the yard.
Sensitivity
The breed's sensitivity to criticism or negative reinforcement, including whether they may become stressed or anxious.
Peekapoos can be sensitive to negative reinforcement, such as hitting or yelling, and require positive training methods. They respond well to praise and food rewards when training.
Separation
The breed's tolerance for being left alone, including whether they may become anxious or destructive.
Peekapoos may become anxious and destructive when left alone for long periods. They thrive in human company and require constant attention from their owners.
Barking
The amount of barking a breed tends to do, including whether they may be vocal or prone to excessive barking.
Peekapoos are vocal when bored or feeling neglected. They are also known to bark at strangers. Early socialization and training can help them control their barking tendencies.
Mental
The breed's need for mental stimulation and engagement, including whether they are intelligent and require challenging activities.
Peekapoos are intelligent and crave mental stimulation. Puzzles, agility games, and nose work activities are great ways to keep them engaged and active.
Novice_owners
Some dogs are simply easier than others; they take to training better and are fairly easygoing. They're also resilient enough to bounce back from your mistakes or inconsistencies.
Peekapoos are a great choice for novice dog owners because they are obedient and easy to train. They are also patient and tolerant of mistakes during the training process.
Trainability
The ease of training a breed, including whether they are intelligent, obedient, and willing to learn.
Peekapoos are intelligent and quick learners, making them easy to train as long as training is consistent and positive. They respond well to food rewards and verbal affirmation during training sessions.
Affection
The degree to which a breed shows love and affection towards its human family members.
The Pekingese and Poodle crossbreed, Peekapoo, is affectionate and devoted to their families. They are always eager to please their humans with playtime or simply cuddling on the couch.
Children
How well a breed interacts with children, including tolerance for play and energy level.
Peekapoos are suitable for families with children above the age of 6, to ensure gentle interactions between them. They have a moderate energy level, making them great playmates for kids.
Dogs
The breed's friendliness and sociability towards other dogs.
These dogs have friendly and playful personalities, which make them generally well-suited for socializing. Introducing them to other dogs at a young age will help ensure a positive experience.
Strangers
The breed's reaction to unfamiliar people, including whether they tend to be wary or friendly.
Peekapoos are known to be slightly reserved with strangers, but proper socialization during puppyhood can help them befriend new people. Always supervise their interaction with strangers.
Playfulness
The breed's activity level and tendency to engage in play and games.
Peekapoos are moderately playful dogs and enjoy games that involve their brains, such as hide-and-seek, as well as physical activities like fetching and running.
Alertness
The breed's level of awareness and vigilance, which can affect their ability to perform certain tasks or jobs
While Peekapoos may inherit more the laid-back personality of their Poodle parent, they remain alert and attentive to their surroundings. They make excellent watchdogs and will raise the alarm if they sense any danger.
Adaptability
The breed's ability to adjust to new environments and situations, including whether they are adaptable or may become stressed.
Peekapoos are adaptable and can live in many different environments. They enjoy apartment life, but also thrive in homes with backyards.
Shedding
The amount of hair a breed sheds, which can affect allergies and cleanliness.
Peekapoos are considered hypoallergenic, but their level of shedding may vary depending on the coat type they inherit from their parents. Regular bathing and grooming can help reduce shedding in these dogs.
Grooming
The amount of maintenance required to keep a breed's coat healthy and clean.
With curly or wavy coats, Peekapoos require frequent brushing to avoid matting and tangling, and regular visits to the groomer. Their grooming needs may vary, but expect to spend some time maintaining their coats.
Drooling
The amount of saliva a breed produces, which can affect cleanliness and potential drool-related issues.
As a general rule, Peekapoos do not drool excessively. However, some of them may inherit more saliva glands from their Pekingese parent and produce more drool than others.
Size
The breed's overall size, including their weight and height.
Peekapoos are a small breed, weighing between 4 and 20 pounds, and measuring between 8 to 11 inches in height. Their small size makes them suitable for apartment living and ideal lap dogs.
Energy
The breed's overall activity level, including their need for exercise and play.
Peekapoos are a moderate energy breed. Regular exercise is vital for keeping them both physically and mentally stimulated. A daily walk or play session should suffice to meet their activity needs.
Exercise
The breed's need for physical activity and exercise to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Peekapoos require daily exercise to maintain optimal health. They enjoy playing with their owners, going on walks, and participating in dog sports like agility training.
Working
The breed's suitability for working and performing certain tasks or jobs.
Peekapoos are not traditionally a working breed. However, they thrive in obedience training and can perform various tasks like navigating mazes and running agility courses.
Hunting
The breed's natural hunting abilities, including their prey drive, scenting abilities, and tracking skills.
Peekapoos are not well-suited to hunting activities due to their small size and lack of hunting skills.
Vigor
The breed's physical stamina and endurance, including their ability to maintain high levels of activity and energy.
Peekapoos have a moderate energy level and require regular exercise to maintain optimal health. They are well-suited to apartment living and living with families.
Health
The breed's overall health and potential health issues, including whether they may be prone to certain illnesses or conditions.
Peekapoos are generally healthy dogs. They may be prone to health issues such as luxating patella, dental problems, and eye issues, so regular vet checkups are necessary.
Obesity
The breed's tendency to gain weight and become overweight or obese, including whether they require extra monitoring and exercise.
Peekapoos are prone to obesity if not provided with enough exercise and a healthy diet. Monitor their food intake and ensure they have regular exercise to maintain an optimal weight.
Cold
The breed's ability to tolerate cold weather conditions, including whether they require extra warmth and protection.
Peekapoos cannot tolerate extreme cold temperatures. They should be provided with warm, comfortable accommodations, and warm winter jackets during the colder months.
Heat
The breed's ability to tolerate hot weather conditions, including whether they require extra cooling and protection.
Peekapoos can tolerate mild summertime temperatures, but they may become overheated and uncomfortable when temperatures rise above 80 degrees Fahrenheit. Provide them with ample water and shading in hot weather.
Apartment
The breed's suitability for new or inexperienced dog owners, including their trainability and temperament.
Peekapoos can adapt well to apartment living as long as they have regular exercise. They are a perfect dog for someone who lives in an apartment and is looking for a furry companion.
Wanderlust
The breed's tendency to wander or roam, including whether they may become lost or require a lot of supervision.
Peekapoos have a tendency to wander off if not properly leashed or contained. It is importanct to train them to stay close to their owners and to provide secure fencing in the yard.
Sensitivity
The breed's sensitivity to criticism or negative reinforcement, including whether they may become stressed or anxious.
Peekapoos can be sensitive to negative reinforcement, such as hitting or yelling, and require positive training methods. They respond well to praise and food rewards when training.
Separation
The breed's tolerance for being left alone, including whether they may become anxious or destructive.
Peekapoos may become anxious and destructive when left alone for long periods. They thrive in human company and require constant attention from their owners.
Barking
The amount of barking a breed tends to do, including whether they may be vocal or prone to excessive barking.
Peekapoos are vocal when bored or feeling neglected. They are also known to bark at strangers. Early socialization and training can help them control their barking tendencies.
Mental
The breed's need for mental stimulation and engagement, including whether they are intelligent and require challenging activities.
Peekapoos are intelligent and crave mental stimulation. Puzzles, agility games, and nose work activities are great ways to keep them engaged and active.
Novice_owners
Some dogs are simply easier than others; they take to training better and are fairly easygoing. They're also resilient enough to bounce back from your mistakes or inconsistencies.
Peekapoos are a great choice for novice dog owners because they are obedient and easy to train. They are also patient and tolerant of mistakes during the training process.
Trainability
The ease of training a breed, including whether they are intelligent, obedient, and willing to learn.
Peekapoos are intelligent and quick learners, making them easy to train as long as training is consistent and positive. They respond well to food rewards and verbal affirmation during training sessions.
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History of the Peekapoo
The Peekapoo breed is traced back to the 1950s.
Although it has Pekingese and poodle bloodlines, both of which are ancient, the breed itself is relatively modern.
Peekapoos are meant to be a friendly and loyal companion, and they fulfil that role quite well.
Peekapoo Puppies
Peekapoo puppies require a lot of attention and should spend plenty of time with their owners.
They require proper socialization and training from a young age, and owners should be prepared to invest both time and energy in their upbringing.