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

Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive

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

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

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

Boston Chins aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

United States

United States

Papillon, Pekingese

Japanese Chin, Boston Terrier

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®

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brown
Black
White

Black
White

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

Boston Chins have medium-length coats.

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.

A Boston Chin can have a litter of 3-5 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.

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.

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

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

Cherry Eye
Congenital Heart Defect

KCS
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Von Willebrand's Disease

Patellar Luxation
Glaucoma

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

X-Rays
Urinalysis
Full Blood Work
General Physical Examination

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

Boston Chins are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

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

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

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.

Boston Chins are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Boston Chin, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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.

In general most Boston Chins usually need at least 40 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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.

The Boston Chin has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Dematter
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

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.

The average per month expenses of a Boston Chin 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.

Peke-A-Paps are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Boston Chin has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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

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

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

Boston Chins make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Boston Chins are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

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

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

Boston Chins are highly friendly around strangers.

Peke-A-Paps are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Boston Chins are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.