Adaptable
Courageous
Friendly
Intelligent
Responsive
Alert
Energetic
Independent
Playful

Stubborn
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Aggressive
Good-natured
Opinionated

English Shepherds are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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

English Shepherds make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

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

United States

United States

Collie-type

Papillon, Pekingese

American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Animal Research Foundation

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®

17th Century

Unknown

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

Silver
White
Brown
Black
Sable
Pied

Brown
Black
White

English Shepherds have medium-length coats.

Peke-A-Paps are known for their coat length.

Curly

Straight

An English Shepherd can have a litter of 12-15 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-A-Pap 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.

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

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

English Shepherds are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

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

Canine Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Deafness
Hip Dysplasia
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Mitral Valve Disease
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome

Patellar Luxation
Separation Anxiety
Ear Health and Infection
Eye Infections

KCS
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Von Willebrand's Disease

Allergy Tests
Ophthalmic And Ear Exam
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian
Hearing and Ear Tests
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

Knee
Heart
Dna For Vwd
Hips
X-Rays
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
Respiratory Tests
Eye examination

English Shepherds thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Peke-A-Paps are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

Peke-A-Pap has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

English Shepherds need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

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

English Shepherds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

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

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

English Shepherds are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Peke-A-Paps 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For English Shepherd, it's at least 16 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-A-Pap, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most English Shepherds 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-A-Paps usually need at least 25 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 English Shepherd has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Peke-A-Paps 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.

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 40-60 pound (18 - 27 kg) English Shepherd feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 7-10 pound (3 - 5 kg) Peke-A-Pap feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of an English Shepherd is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Peke-A-Pap is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of an English Shepherd is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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-A-Pap 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.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Peke-A-Paps have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

English Shepherds can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

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

Peke-A-Paps have an average level of friendliness towards children.

English Shepherds are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Peke-A-Paps are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Peke-A-Paps are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

English Shepherds are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Peke-A-Paps are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.