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

Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Loyal
Strong
Willed
Bold
Clever

Peke-A-Pins are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Miniature Pinschelkhounds are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

United States

United States

Pekingese, Miniature Pinscher

Miniature Pinscher, Norwegian Elkhound

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Black
Brown
White
Gray
Fawn

Brindle
Black
Brown
Cream
Fawn
Gray

Peke-A-Pins have short coats.

Miniature Pinschelkhounds have medium-length coats.

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 Miniature Pinschelkhound can have a litter of 5-10 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

Elbow Dysplasia
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Hyperthyroidism

KCS
Cataracts
Hydrocephalus
Eye Disease
Mitral Valve Disease

Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Eye Infections

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

Full Chemistry Panel Tests and Blood Count
Complete Ophthalmologic Examination
Skin Biopsy or Intradermal Tests for specific allergies
Blood Tests and Analysis
Skin Scrapings and Biopsies
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

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

Miniature Pinschelkhounds sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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 Miniature Pinschelkhound, it's at least 12 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 Miniature Pinschelkhounds usually need at least 70 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.

The Miniature Pinschelkhound has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
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 20-25 pound (9 - 11 kg) Miniature Pinschelkhound feed 2 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 Miniature Pinschelkhound is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 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 Miniature Pinschelkhound is between $48 - $56. This makes an average of $576 - $672 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.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

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

The Miniature Pinschelkhound is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Miniature Pinschelkhounds are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

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

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

Miniature Pinschelkhounds are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.