Stubborn
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Aggressive
Good-natured
Opinionated

Playful
Stubborn
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Aggressive
Good-natured
Cheerful
Opinionated

Peka-A-Wests are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Peka-A-Wests make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

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

United States

China

West Highland White Terrier, Pekingese

Pug, Pekingese

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

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 ®

Early 1900s

Unknown

Black

Black

White
Gray
Brindle
Cream
Fawn
Black

Brindle
Fawn
Brown
Sable
Black

A Peka-A-West 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 Puginese 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.

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Inguinal Hernias
Copper Toxicosis
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Addison's Disease
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Hip Dysplasia
Mitral Valve Disease
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD)

KCS
Hydrocephalus
Eye Disease
Mitral Valve Disease
Craniomandibular Osteopathy

Distichiasis
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Atopic Dermatitis
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Eye
Hip
Blood
Knee
Heart
Liver Ultrasound
X-Rays
CT Scan
Dental Examination
Respiratory Tests
Full Body Physical Examination

Eye Examination
Radiographs

Peka-A-Wests are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

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

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

Pugineses are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Peka-A-Wests 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.

Pugineses are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Puginese dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Peka-A-West, it's at least 5 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 Puginese, it's at least 3 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Peka-A-Wests 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 Pugineses usually need at least 15 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Peka-A-Wests have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

The Puginese requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Clipper

The average cost of a Peka-A-West is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

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

Peka-A-West has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Puginese is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

The Peka-A-West is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Pugineses make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

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

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

Pugineses are not known for being a highly playful breed.

Peka-A-Wests are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Pugineses are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.