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

Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Sweet
Strong
Willed
Bold

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

Elk-a-Bees are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

United States

United States

Pekingese and Cairn Terrier

Beagle and Norwegian Elkhound

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®

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brown
Black
Fawn
Cream
White

White
Brown
Black

Wavy

Straight

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.

An Elk-a-Bee can have a litter of 5-10 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.

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

Elk-a-Bees are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

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

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

KCS
Hydrocephalus
Eye Disease
Hypothyroidism
Mitral Valve Disease
Cryptorchidism
Liver Shunts

None

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

X-Rays
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Lab Tests

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

Elk-a-Bees sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Play keep away

Play, Walk, Hunt, Napping, Tug-of-war, Going on walks, Fetch, Digging, Running

Pekarins 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.

Elk-a-Bees 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.

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Elk-a-Bee, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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.

In general most Elk-a-Bees usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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.

The Elk-a-Bee has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Flea Comb
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 10-12 pound (5 - 5 kg) Pekarin 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.

For an average 20-50 pound (9 - 23 kg) Elk-a-Bee 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.

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

The average cost of an Elk-a-Bee is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

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.

The average per month expenses of an Elk-a-Bee is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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.

Pekarins have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

Elk-a-Bees are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Pekarins have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Elk-a-Bees make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

Elk-a-Bees are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

Elk-a-Bees are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

Elk-a-Bees are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Pekarins have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Elk-a-Bees are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.