Peekapoo dogsA www.CanineFacts.com site What is a peekapoo
A peekapoo is a fantastic mixed-breed of dog. It is a mix of a pekingese and a poodle.Here you will learn much about the peekapoo breed of dog.
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PEEKAPOO HISTORYThe Peekapoo (a.k.a.) the pekapoo or peek-a-poo dog , like the cockapoo originated in the United States around the 1950's. Today the Peekapoo dog has become more and more popular to the general public. A TRUE PEKAPOO BY DEFINITION IS A PUREBRED PEKINGESE MIXED WITH A PUREBRED POODLE - peekapoos bred with other peekapoos don't turn out nearly as cute either. WHAT IS SO COOL ABOUT THE PEEKAPOO ?This is EASY! Peekapoo's make great pets! Much like the Cockapoo dog, the Peekapoo tends to be a great family dog and can be well-trained. Many people like mix-breed dogs because of the believed genetic "upper-hand" over their purebred counter part. Well bred peekapoos may be less likely to gain certain diseases and may be less aggressive (not proven however). Peekapoo's don't have an undercoat therefore much less likely to spread allergens, which an dog-allergy proned individual might find this an attractive trait of the dog. Peekapoos also tend not to shed very much at all.
PEEKAPOO FACTS AND INFORMATIONThe Peekapoo lifespan ranges from 10 - 15 years. There colors range from apricot to black to silver. The peekapoos size range from 4 to 20 lbs. a bit smaller than a cockapoo dog. The Peekapoo tends to be less aggressive however much of that depends on training and care of the dog. The peekapoo also tends to be great with children and other dogs alike. They tend to be very docile so there activity level is on the lower end of the spectrum. A True peekapoo by definition is a purebred pekingese mixed with a purebred poodle. Diseases and disorders common amongst Peekapoo dogs:Progressive retinal atrophy, patella luxation, legg-calve-perthes disease, and hip dysplasia. Check your breeds history if you have concerns of your peekapoos health. PEEKAPOO CARE AND GROOMINGPeekapoo dogs should be constantly brushed and combed. Regular hair clipping is also necessary to keep their coats looking nice and neat. Remember, your training and love is the most important factor for having a great pet! Genetics alone doesn't produce this. Your dedication to this dog will directly affect how well it turns out. Peekapoos are what has been recently titled as " designer dogs " - like cockapoos , puggles , schnoodles , labradoodles . People love these dogs because of their originality, genetic quality , cuteness , temperment , lack of shedding and dander , and for their own allergy relief. Many famous people are buying into the whole designer dog fad as well. People like Sly Stallone (puggle) have realized the great potential in these well-bred dogs. Other dog sites: A SPECIAL THANKS TO BREEZY RIDGE FOR THERE GREAT PEEKAPOO PHOTOS - WWW.BREEZYRIDGE.COM ALSO A SPECIAL THANKS TO PUPPY HAVEN KENNEL FOR SUPPLYING PEEKAPOO PICTURES Puggle photos and information galor! www.bpuggley.info Yorkipoo Dogs - www.yorkipoodog.info Cockapoo dogs - www.cockapoodog.info - www.cockerpoodog.info
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