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

Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Responsive
Reliable
Loyal
Kind
Tenacious
Trustworthy

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

Golden Border Retrievers make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

United States

United States

Pekingese and Cairn Terrier

Border Collie, Golden Retriever

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
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

Brown
Black
Fawn
Cream
White

Fawn
Pied
Red
White

Pekarins have medium-length coats.

Golden Border Retrievers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

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.

A Golden Border Retriever 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.

Golden Border Retrievers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

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

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

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

Canine Hip Dysplasia
Bloat

KCS
Hydrocephalus
Eye Disease
Hypothyroidism
Mitral Valve Disease
Cryptorchidism
Liver Shunts

Elbow Dysplasia
Cataracts
Sebaceous Adenitis
Glaucoma
Allergies
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Periodontal Disease

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

Physical Examination
Radiographs

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

Golden Border Retrievers' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

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

Golden Border Retriever has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

Golden Border Retrievers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

Golden Border Retrievers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Play keep away

Fetch

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.

Golden Border Retrievers 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 Golden Border Retriever, 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 Golden Border Retrievers 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.

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 Golden Border Retriever requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Flea Comb
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
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 50-75 pound (23 - 34 kg) Golden Border Retriever 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 a Golden Border Retriever 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 a Golden Border Retriever is between $55 - $63. This makes an average of $660 - $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.

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

Golden Border Retriever is highly intelligent and very trainable.

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.

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

Pekarins have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Golden Border Retrievers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

Golden Border Retrievers 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.

Golden Border Retrievers 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.

Golden Border Retrievers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.