Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Chinese Crested Versus Pekingese: Introduction
- Chinese Crested versus Pekingese: Overview
- Chinese Crested versus Pekingese: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chinese Crested and the Pekingese
- The Similarities Between the Chinese Crested and the Pekingese
- Size (Weight and Height) of Chinese Crested versus Pekingese
- Lifespan of Chinese Crested versus Pekingese
- Temperament of the Pekingese Versus the Chinese Crested
- Price of Chinese Crested versus Price of Pekingese
- Adopting the Chinese Crested versus Adopting the Pekingese
- The Intelligence of the Chinese Crested versus the Intelligence of the Pekingese
- The Popularity of Chinese Crested versus Popularity of Pekingese
- Tolerates Being Alone: Chinese Crested versus Pekingese
- Do Chinese Cresteds shed more than Pekingeses?
- Which one drools more, the Chinese Crested or the Pekingese
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Chinese Crested or the Pekingese?
- Does the Chinese Crested Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pekingese?
- Do Chinese Cresteds Bark and Howl? What about Pekingeses?
- Can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pekingeses Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Chinese Crested vs. Pekingese
- Can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pekingeses Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chinese Crested or the Pekingese?
- Are Chinese Cresteds good family dogs? What about Pekingeses?
- How Kid-friendly are Chinese Cresteds and Pekingeses?
- Is the Chinese Crested Easier to Train than the Pekingese?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chinese Crested
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pekingese
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Chinese Crested versus Pekingese. Which One is a Better Pet?
Chinese Crested Versus Pekingese: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Chinese Crested and the Pekingese? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Chinese Crested and the Pekingese better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Chinese Crested and the Pekingese.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Chinese Crested and the Pekingese is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Chinese Crested and for the Pekingese. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Chinese Crested and the Pekingese.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Chinese Crested or the Pekingese.
Chinese Crested versus Pekingese: Overview
A very important difference between the Chinese Crested and the Pekingese is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Chinese Crested is a small-sized dog while the Pekingese is a tiny-sized dog.
Furthermore, both the Chinese Crested and the Pekingese are Companion Dogs. This means both the Chinese Crested and the Pekingese were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.
Chinese Crested versus Pekingese: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Chinese Crested to the Pekingese based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Chinese Crested and the Pekingese
Factor | Chinese Crested | Pekingese |
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Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 3/5 |
Tolerates Cold Weather | 1/5 | 4/5 |
Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 5/5 | 3/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Life Span | 10 to 14 years | 12 to 15 years |
Height | 11 to 13 inches tall at the shoulder | 6 to 9 inches tall at the shoulder |
Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 1/5 |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 4/5 | 3/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 1/5 |
Intelligence | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 1/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Easy To Train | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Easygoing | 1/5 | 4/5 |
Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 2/5 |
General Health | 5/5 | 2/5 |
Weight | Up to 12 pounds | 7 to 14 pounds |
Average Lifespan | 12.0 years | 13.5 years |
Average Price | $1430 | $1930 |
Price Range | $1000 – $1600 | $1288 – $2500 |
Temperament Score | 76.5 percent | 93.3 percent |
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 75 | 86 |
Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds) | 61 | 73 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Chinese Crested in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Pekingese. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for the Chinese Crested is 87 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Pekingese is 77 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Chinese Crested is a better pet than the Pekingese. So, you should get the Chinese Crested!
Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Chinese Crested and the Pekingese so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chinese Crested and the Pekingese
Below is a list of where the Chinese Crested and the Pekingese are most different:
The Similarities Between the Chinese Crested and the Pekingese
The Chinese Crested and the Pekingese are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Chinese Crested and the Pekingese are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Chinese Crested versus Pekingese
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Chinese Crested and the Pekingese.
Chinese Cresteds weigh Up to 12 pounds when fully grown. Chinese Cresteds are 11 to 13 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Pekingeses weigh 7 to 14 pounds when fully grown. Pekingeses are 6 to 9 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Chinese Crested versus Pekingese
The lifespan of Chinese Cresteds is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Chinese Cresteds is 12.0 years.
The lifespan of Pekingeses is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Pekingeses is 13.5 years.
Pekingeses live longer than Chinese Cresteds.
Temperament of the Pekingese Versus the Chinese Crested
The Pekingese has a better temperament than the Chinese Crested.
This is because the temperament score for the Pekingese is 93.3 percent while the temperament score for the Chinese Crested is 76.5 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).
The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.
Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.
The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.
With its temperament score of 76.5 percent, the Chinese Crested has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 93.3 percent, the Pekingese has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Chinese Crested and the Pekingese by measuring the temperaments of 34 Chinese Cresteds and 15 Pekingeses.
Price of Chinese Crested versus Price of Pekingese
The average price of the Chinese Crested puppy is $1430. The price of the Chinese Crested typically ranges from $1000 – $1600. However, the price of a Chinese Crested can be as low as $500 and as high as $4000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 157 Chinese Crested puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Pekingese puppy is $1930. The price of the Pekingese typically ranges from $1288 – $2500. However, the price of the Pekingese can be as low as $700 and as high as $7500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 138 Pekingese puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Pekingese is more expensive than the Chinese Crested.
Chinese Crested | Pekingese | |
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Average Price | $1430 | $1930 |
Price Range | $1000 to $1600 | $1288 to $2500 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Chinese Crested and Pekingese. For different price points, the charts show how many Chinese Crested puppies or how many Pekingese puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Chinese Cresteds. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Pekingeses
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Chinese Crested puppy or the Pekingese puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Adopting the Chinese Crested versus Adopting the Pekingese
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Chinese Cresteds and many Pekingeses are currently available for adoption.
These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.
Below is an adorable Male Chinese Crested named Jax that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Chinese Cresteds like Jax on pefinder.com.
Also, like Chinese Cresteds, Pekingeses are also available for adoption. For example, Prancer is a Male Pekingese that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Pekingeses like Prancer that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Baboo is the name of another Chinese Crested (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also, Dany is an adorable Male Pekingese on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Chinese Cresteds and Pekingeses that are available for adoption on petfinder.
The Intelligence of the Chinese Crested versus the Intelligence of the Pekingese
Chinese Crested | Pekingese | |
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Intelligence Rank | 61 out of 130 dog breeds | 73 out of 130 dog breeds |
Trainability | Tend To Learn New Commands After 40 To 80 Repetitions! | Tend To Learn New Commands After 80 To 100 Repetitions Or More! |
Professor Stanley Coren, the famous psychology/neuropsychological professor and, dog lover/trainer measured and ranked the intelligence of about 130 different dog breeds.
According to Prof. Stanley Coren, the total intelligence that a dog demonstrates is the addition of three types of intelligence. These intelligence types are:
Prof. Coren showed that the Working/Obedience Intelligence of different dog breeds can be measured reliably. Thus, he was able to rank different dog breeds based on their Working/Obedience Intelligence.
This is important because according to Prof. Coren, 51 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from its genes while 49 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from the dog`s environmental circumstances.
To rank the intelligence of dog breeds, Prof. Coren employed the help of 208 dog obedience judges in North America to fill out a detailed survey on dog obedience. This number represented more than half of all of these judges in North America at the time. He also employed 63 veterinarians and 14 guard dog experts to collect data on the personality of different dog breeds.
Prof. Coren found that the Chinese Crested has an obedience intelligence rank of 61 out of 130 dog breeds. The Chinese Crested belongs to the `Fair Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that Chinese Cresteds tend to learn new commands after 40 to 80 repetitions!.
The Pekingese has an obedience intelligence rank of 73 out of 130 dog breeds. The Pekingese belongs to the `Lowest Degree of Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that Pekingeses tend to learn new commands after 80 to 100 repetitions or more!.
The Chinese Crested is more intelligent than the Pekingese.
However, Prof. Coren noted that a dog should not be judged based on its intelligence alone, that other factors such as sociability, adorability, and compatibility with the owner are other very important factors that new dog owners need to consider when deciding on a new dog.
The Popularity of Chinese Crested versus Popularity of Pekingese
Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).
The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Chinese Crested and the Pekingese over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Chinese Crested is more popular with dog owners than the Pekingese. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Chinese Crested is 75 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Pekingese is 86 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Chinese Crested
Popularity of Pekingese
Year | Chinese Crested Popularity Rank | Pekingese Popularity Rank |
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2013 | 68 | 77 |
2014 | 65 | 82 |
2015 | 75 | 80 |
2016 | 77 | 93 |
2017 | 79 | 88 |
2018 | 79 | 92 |
2019 | 80 | 83 |
2020 | 79 | 95 |
Tolerates Being Alone: Chinese Crested versus Pekingese
Chinese Cresteds do not like to be left alone.
Pekingeses can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Chinese Cresteds shed more than Pekingeses?
Chinese Cresteds do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Pekingeses shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Chinese Crested or the Pekingese
Chinese Cresteds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Pekingeses do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Chinese Crested or the Pekingese?
Chinese Cresteds require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Pekingeses require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Chinese Crested Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pekingese?
Chinese Cresteds have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Pekingeses have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Do Chinese Cresteds Bark and Howl? What about Pekingeses?
Chinese Cresteds bark and howl, but not very much.
Pekingeses are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pekingeses Tolerate Cold Weather?
Chinese Cresteds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Pekingeses can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Chinese Crested vs. Pekingese
Chinese Cresteds do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Pekingeses have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pekingeses Tolerate Hot Weather?
Chinese Cresteds can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Pekingeses cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chinese Crested or the Pekingese?
Chinese Cresteds get along very well with other dogs.
Pekingeses do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Chinese Cresteds good family dogs? What about Pekingeses?
Chinese Cresteds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Pekingeses are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Chinese Cresteds and Pekingeses?
Chinese Cresteds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Pekingeses do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
Is the Chinese Crested Easier to Train than the Pekingese?
Chinese Cresteds are very easy to train.
Pekingeses are fairly easy to train.
Is the Chinese Crested Better for Apartment Owners than the Pekingese?
Chinese Cresteds adapt very well to apartment living.
Pekingeses adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Chinese Crested or the Pekingese?
Chinese Cresteds are OK for new dog owners.
Pekingeses are very good for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chinese Crested
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Chinese Crested that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Chinese Crested:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pekingese
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Pekingese that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Pekingese:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Chinese Crested and how the Pekingese compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Chinese Crested and of the Pekingese to other breeds:
Chinese Crested Versus Other Dog Breeds
Chinese Crested versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Chinese Crested versus Dutch Shepherd Chinese Crested versus Akita Chow Chinese Crested versus Weimaraner Chinese Crested versus Black and Tan Coonhound Chinese Crested versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi Chinese Crested versus Miniature Poodle Chinese Crested versus Belgian Tervuren Chinese Crested versus German Pinscher Chinese Crested versus Cane Corso Chinese Crested versus Greyhound Chinese Crested versus Sloughi Chinese Crested versus Afador Chinese Crested versus Akbash Chinese Crested versus Havanese Chinese Crested versus Sussex Spaniel Chinese Crested versus Irish Wolfhound Chinese Crested versus Curly-Coated Retriever Chinese Crested versus Shihpoo Chinese Crested versus Mastiff Chinese Crested versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Chinese Crested versus Mudi Chinese Crested versus Bracco Italiano Chinese Crested versus Kooikerhondje Chinese Crested versus Norwich Terrier
Pekingese Versus Other Dog Breeds
Pekingese versus English Toy Spaniel Pekingese versus Papillon Pekingese versus Bergamasco Sheepdog Pekingese versus Mudi Pekingese versus Yorkipoo Pekingese versus American Bulldog Pekingese versus Portuguese Pointer Pekingese versus Jack Russell Terrier Pekingese versus Greyhound Pekingese versus Valley Bulldog Pekingese versus Irish Wolfhound Pekingese versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi Pekingese versus Bich Poo Pekingese versus Dalmatian Pekingese versus Alaskan Malamute Pekingese versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde Pekingese versus Schipperke Pekingese versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog Pekingese versus Affenhuahua Pekingese versus Peek A Poo Pekingese versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Pekingese versus Tibetan Mastiff Pekingese versus Miniature Pinscher
Conclusion: Chinese Crested versus Pekingese. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Chinese Crested and the Pekingese better suits you and your family.