Pekeapoo

Pekeapoo dog

A Pekeapoo (or, sometimes, Peekapoo) is a crossbred dog created by breeding a Poodle with a Pekingese. In addition to being a combination of the two breed names, the name is probably a pun on Peekaboo (a game for amusing a small child, in which one covers one's face or hides and then returns to view saying “Peekaboo!”)

They are small for dogs, weighing from 9 to 20 pounds.

Due to the nature of their breeding, Pekeapoos have few defining characteristics. They are not recognized by any breed registry.

Contents

1 Appearance
2 Health Care
3 Grooming
4 See also

Appearance

Peekapoos are usually white or grey. The texture of the coat is usually a very soft, cotton like fur. As mentioned above, they are small dogs ranging from 9 to 20 pounds.

Health Care

Peekapoos are fairly low maintnence. There are few health problems associated with Peekapoos. One health problem, however is breathing. It is not uncommon for a peekapoo to experience a spell of breathing difficulty every now and then. As long as their gums and tongue are not a blue shade, then there is no need to take the dog to the veternarian, unless this is a chronic problem. The other problem associated with a peekapoo is tearing of the eyes. Though tear stains seem inevitable, it can become a serious proble if the eyes become swollen or the tear stains are too dark of a color. Light, peach colored tear stains are nothing to worry about unless they become a dark purple/ red color. If this problem occurs, you can simply get eyedrops for your dog.

Grooming

A peekapoo's fur should be kept short, as their fur becomes matted in a dreadlock way very easily. In addition, this prevents tear stains from becoming a problem. Long hair should not be a problem, however, as long as the dog's fur is brushed once or twice daily. Short or long, though, the fur should be brushed at least once every two days.

Pekeapoo

Appearance

Health Care

Grooming

See also