They are energetic dogs that require a surprising amount of exercise, but those that inherit the Pekingese’s flat face are prone to respiratory distress and overheating, and may need special consideration in warm weather. The Poodle, on the other hand, lends its intelligence, and Peekapoos are certainly easier to train than Pekingese, though they can be a little stubborn and may need coaxing to perform at their best. In addition, the Peekapoo can exhibit this parent’s sensitivity and tendency to snap when distressed, so it doesn’t always appreciate the attention of young children. The Pekingese is a headstrong dog that is naturally suspicious of strangers, as are its crossbred puppies, which is what makes them particularly good watchdogs.

Hybrid dogs, by their nature, range in appearance and behaviour between the two extremes of their parents, and so the Peekapoo can be more Poodle- or Peke-like, but the two breeds do endow most of their offspring with certain fairly predictable traits. It needs constant companionship, but will reward this with unfailing loyalty. This is a spunky little dog that was bred for companionship, and is extremely affectionate, but it is also a vigilant watchdog and a fearless guardian. Like many other hybrids, it was selected for its low-shedding coat, but it is for its personality that it has continued to be bred for so long. The Pekingese-cross- Poodle hybrid known as the Peekapoo was one of the very first of the designer dogs, and has been bred in the United States for at least the last 50 years.

Peek a poo puppys