Playful
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Tempered
Sweet

Stubborn
Agile
Intelligent
Affectionate
Aggressive
Good-natured
Companionable
Athletic
Mischievous
Opinionated

Powderpaps shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Peke-Italians are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Powderpaps aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

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

United States

United States

Papillon and Chinese Crested

Italian Greyhound and Pekingese

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

2000's

Early 1900s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Gray
Brown
Cream
Silver
White

Gray
Brindle
Cream
Fawn
Black
Sable
Pied
White
Blue
Red

Powderpaps are known for their coat length.

Peke-Italians have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

A Powderpap 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 Peke-Italian 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.

Powderpaps are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Peke-Italians are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

While the Powderpap breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Peke-Italians typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Patellar Luxation
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Lens Luxation
Congenital Heart Disease

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome
Periodontal Disease

Cataracts
Skin Allergies
Von Willebrand's Disease
Follicular Dysplasia
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

KCS
Epilepsy
Hydrocephalus
Leg Fractures
Eye Disease
Mitral Valve Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Dna For Pra
Full Physical Examination
Hearing and Ear Tests
DNA for VWD
Heart Testing

Eye
Knee
Heart
Skeletal
X-Rays
MRI
Respiratory Tests

Powderpaps' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Peke-Italians are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Powderpap has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Peke-Italian has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Powderpaps require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

Powderpap dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Peke-Italians bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Powderpaps 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.

Peke-Italians are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Peke-Italian 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 Powderpap, it's at least 11 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 Peke-Italian, it's at least 4 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Powderpaps usually need at least 120 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 Peke-Italians usually need at least 20 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Powderpap is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Peke-Italian is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Powderpap is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $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 Peke-Italian 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.

Powderpap is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

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

Peke-Italians are not suitable for children.

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

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

Powderpaps are highly friendly around strangers.

Peke-Italians are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Peke-Italians are not known for being a highly playful breed.