Playful
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Patient
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Going
Keen
Cheerful
Easygoing
Athletic
Bright

Active
Stubborn
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Aggressive
Fearless
Good-natured
Assertive
Opinionated

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

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

Pug, French Bulldog

Pekingese and Cairn Terrier

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

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®

1900s

Unknown

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

Black
Cream
White
Fawn
Brindle

Brown
Black
Fawn
Cream
White

Frenchie Pugs have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Pekarins have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

A Frenchie Pug can have a litter of 3-5 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 Pekarin can have a litter of 2-10 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.

Frenchie Pugs are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

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

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

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

Entropion
Pulmonic Stenosis
Portosystemic Shunt
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Skeletal/Joint Conditions
Neurological Conditions

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome
Craniomandibular Osteopathy

Hypothyroidism
Atopic Dermatitis
Eye conditions

KCS
Hydrocephalus
Eye Disease
Hypothyroidism
Mitral Valve Disease
Cryptorchidism
Liver Shunts

Biopsy
Neurological Examination
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Orthopedic Exam
Hormone Analysis
Cardiac Test
Clinical Exam
Blood, Urine and Organ Tests

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

Frenchie Pugs are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

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

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

Pekarin has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

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

Walk, Dog Parks, Fetching, Tug of war, Walking, Playing, Running, Sleeping

Play keep away

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Frenchie Pug, it's at least 6 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 Pekarin, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Frenchie Pugs usually need at least 40 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 Pekarins 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.

The Frenchie Pug has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pekarins 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.

Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Flea Comb
Comb
Nail Clipper

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

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

The average per month expenses of a Frenchie Pug 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 Pekarin 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.

Frenchie Pug has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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

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

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

Frenchie Pugs are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Pekarins are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Frenchie Pugs are highly friendly around strangers.

Pekarins are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Pekarins are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.