Playful
Stubborn
Energetic
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Affectionate
Aggressive
Good-natured
Clever
Opinionated

Alert
Eager
Intelligent
Confident
Fearless
Loyal

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

Gordon Setters make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

United States

Scotland

Pekingese, Miniature Pinscher

Setting Spaniel

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

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

Unknown

1600s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
White
Gray
Fawn

Black
Brown
Fawn

Peke-A-Pins have short coats.

Gordon Setters are known for their coat length.

Straight

Wavy

A Peke-A-Pin can have a litter of 2-5 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.

A Gordon Setter can have a litter of 10-12 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.

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome
Skeletal Deformities

Gastric Torsion
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

KCS
Cataracts
Hydrocephalus
Eye Disease
Mitral Valve Disease

Otitis Externa
Hypothyroidism

Hip
Knee
Heart
X-Rays
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
Respiratory Tests
Eye examination

Eye
Hip
Elbow
Blood Test
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Peke-A-Pins are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Gordon Setters thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Peke-A-Pin has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Gordon Setter has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

Gordon Setters need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Peke-A-Pins have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Gordon Setters are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Peke-A-Pins 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.

Gordon Setters 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 Peke-A-Pin, it's at least 8 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 Gordon Setter, it's at least 15 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Peke-A-Pins usually need at least 25 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 Gordon Setters usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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

Gordon Setters require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Peke-A-Pin 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, Gordon Setter should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 8-10 pound (4 - 5 kg) Peke-A-Pin feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 55-80 pound (25 - 36 kg) Gordon Setter feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

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

The average cost of a Gordon Setter is somewhere $2.80 - $3.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Peke-A-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.

The average per month expenses of a Gordon Setter is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $1140 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.

Peke-A-Pins are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Gordon Setter is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Peke-A-Pins make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

The Gordon Setter is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Peke-A-Pins have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Gordon Setters make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Peke-A-Pins are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Peke-A-Pins are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Gordon Setters are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Peke-A-Pins have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Gordon Setters are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.