Quick Links: Table of Contents
- German Pinscher Versus Pekingese: Introduction
- German Pinscher versus Pekingese: Overview
- German Pinscher versus Pekingese: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the German Pinscher and the Pekingese
- The Similarities Between the German Pinscher and the Pekingese
- Size (Weight and Height) of German Pinscher versus Pekingese
- Lifespan of German Pinscher versus Pekingese
- Temperament of the German Pinscher Versus the Pekingese
- Price of German Pinscher versus Price of Pekingese
- Adopting the German Pinscher versus Adopting the Pekingese
- The Popularity of German Pinscher versus Popularity of Pekingese
- Tolerates Being Alone: German Pinscher versus Pekingese
- Do German Pinschers shed more than Pekingeses?
- Which one drools more, the German Pinscher or the Pekingese
- Which is Easier to Groom, the German Pinscher or the Pekingese?
- Does the German Pinscher Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pekingese?
- Do German Pinschers Bark and Howl? What about Pekingeses?
- Can German Pinschers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pekingeses Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: German Pinscher vs. Pekingese
- Can German Pinschers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pekingeses Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the German Pinscher or the Pekingese?
- Are German Pinschers good family dogs? What about Pekingeses?
- How Kid-friendly are German Pinschers and Pekingeses?
- Is the German Pinscher Easier to Train than the Pekingese?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the German Pinscher
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pekingese
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: German Pinscher versus Pekingese. Which One is a Better Pet?
German Pinscher Versus Pekingese: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the German Pinscher 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 German Pinscher 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 German Pinscher and the Pekingese.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the German Pinscher 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 German Pinscher 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 German Pinscher 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 German Pinscher or the Pekingese.
German Pinscher versus Pekingese: Overview
A very important difference between the German Pinscher and the Pekingese is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The German Pinscher is a medium-sized dog while the Pekingese is a tiny-sized dog.
Furthermore, the German Pinscher belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.
On the other hand, the Pekingese belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs 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.
German Pinscher versus Pekingese: Comparison Table
The table below compares the German Pinscher 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 German Pinscher and the Pekingese
| Factor | German Pinscher | Pekingese |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 14 years | 12 to 15 years |
| Height | 17 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder | 6 to 9 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Dog Friendly | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Weight | 25 to 45 pounds | 7 to 14 pounds |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 13.0 years | 13.5 years |
| Average Price | $2040 | $1930 |
| Price Range | $1150 – $2688 | $1288 – $2500 |
| Temperament Score | 91.9 percent | 93.3 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 135 | 86 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the German Pinscher 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 German Pinscher is 78 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Pekingese is 77 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the German Pinscher is a better pet than the Pekingese. So, you should get the German Pinscher!
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 German Pinscher and the Pekingese so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the German Pinscher and the Pekingese
Below is a list of where the German Pinscher and the Pekingese are most different:
The Similarities Between the German Pinscher and the Pekingese
The German Pinscher and the Pekingese are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the German Pinscher and the Pekingese are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of German Pinscher versus Pekingese
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the German Pinscher and the Pekingese.
German Pinschers weigh 25 to 45 pounds when fully grown. German Pinschers are 17 to 20 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 German Pinscher versus Pekingese
The lifespan of German Pinschers is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of German Pinschers is 13.0 years.
The lifespan of Pekingeses is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Pekingeses is 13.5 years.
Pekingeses live longer than German Pinschers.
Temperament of the German Pinscher Versus the Pekingese
The Pekingese has a better temperament than the German Pinscher.
This is because the temperament score for the Pekingese is 93.3 percent while the temperament score for the German Pinscher is 91.9 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 91.9 percent, the German Pinscher has an above-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 German Pinscher and the Pekingese by measuring the temperaments of 37 German Pinschers and 15 Pekingeses.
Price of German Pinscher versus Price of Pekingese
The average price of the German Pinscher puppy is $2040. The price of the German Pinscher typically ranges from $1150 – $2688. However, the price of a German Pinscher can be as low as $500 and as high as $3000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 10 German Pinscher 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 German Pinscher is more expensive than the Pekingese.
| German Pinscher | Pekingese | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $2040 | $1930 |
| Price Range | $1150 to $2688 | $1288 to $2500 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the German Pinscher and Pekingese. For different price points, the charts show how many German Pinscher puppies or how many Pekingese puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of German Pinschers. 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 German Pinscher 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 German Pinscher versus Adopting the Pekingese
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many German Pinschers 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 German Pinscher named Freckles that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable German Pinschers like Freckles on pefinder.com.
Also, like German Pinschers, Pekingeses are also available for adoption. For example, Joe Joe is a Male Pekingese that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Pekingeses like Joe Joe that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Also, Billy is an adorable Male Pekingese on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more German Pinschers and Pekingeses that are available for adoption on petfinder.
The Popularity of German Pinscher 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 German Pinscher and the Pekingese over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Pekingese is more popular with dog owners than the German Pinscher. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Pekingese is 86 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the German Pinscher is 135 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of German Pinscher
Popularity of Pekingese
| Year | German Pinscher Popularity Rank | Pekingese Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 130 | 77 |
| 2014 | 141 | 82 |
| 2015 | 138 | 80 |
| 2016 | 146 | 93 |
| 2017 | 136 | 88 |
| 2018 | 134 | 92 |
| 2019 | 123 | 83 |
| 2020 | 139 | 95 |
Tolerates Being Alone: German Pinscher versus Pekingese
German Pinschers can be left alone only for a short time.
Pekingeses can be left alone only for a short time.
Do German Pinschers shed more than Pekingeses?
German Pinschers shed moderately.
Pekingeses shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the German Pinscher or the Pekingese
German Pinschers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Pekingeses do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the German Pinscher or the Pekingese?
German Pinschers are very easy to groom.
Pekingeses require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the German Pinscher Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pekingese?
German Pinschers 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.
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 German Pinschers Bark and Howl? What about Pekingeses?
German Pinschers bark and howl, but not very much.
Pekingeses are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can German Pinschers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pekingeses Tolerate Cold Weather?
German Pinschers can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Pekingeses can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: German Pinscher vs. Pekingese
German Pinschers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Pekingeses have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can German Pinschers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pekingeses Tolerate Hot Weather?
German Pinschers can tolerate hot weather.
Pekingeses cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the German Pinscher or the Pekingese?
German Pinschers do not get along well with other dogs.
Pekingeses do not get along well with other dogs.
Are German Pinschers good family dogs? What about Pekingeses?
German Pinschers 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 German Pinschers and Pekingeses?
German Pinschers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Pekingeses do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
Is the German Pinscher Easier to Train than the Pekingese?
German Pinschers are very easy to train.
Pekingeses are fairly easy to train.
Is the German Pinscher Better for Apartment Owners than the Pekingese?
German Pinschers adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Pekingeses adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the German Pinscher or the Pekingese?
German Pinschers are OK for new dog owners.
Pekingeses are very good for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the German Pinscher
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the German Pinscher 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 German Pinscher:
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 German Pinscher and how the Pekingese compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the German Pinscher and of the Pekingese to other breeds:
German Pinscher Versus Other Dog Breeds
German Pinscher versus English Toy Spaniel German Pinscher versus Chi-Poo German Pinscher versus Chi-Poo German Pinscher versus Goldendoodle German Pinscher versus Norwegian Lundehund German Pinscher versus Norwich Terrier German Pinscher versus Rhodesian Ridgeback German Pinscher versus Leonberger German Pinscher versus Standard Poodle German Pinscher versus Dutch Shepherd German Pinscher versus Morkie German Pinscher versus Chihuahua German Pinscher versus Vizsla German Pinscher versus Aussiedoodle German Pinscher versus Standard Poodle German Pinscher versus Frenchton German Pinscher versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever German Pinscher versus Bergamasco Sheepdog German Pinscher versus Bulldog German Pinscher versus Kishu Ken German Pinscher versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog German Pinscher versus Whippet German Pinscher versus Portuguese Pointer German Pinscher versus Bluetick Coonhound German Pinscher versus Chow Chow
Pekingese Versus Other Dog Breeds
Pekingese versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog Pekingese versus Shih Tzu Pekingese versus Curly-Coated Retriever Pekingese versus Harrier Pekingese versus Australian Shepherd Pekingese versus Goldador Pekingese versus Havanese Pekingese versus Airedale Terrier Pekingese versus Cavachon Pekingese versus Finnish Spitz Pekingese versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog Pekingese versus Aussiedoodle Pekingese versus Dutch Shepherd Pekingese versus Rottweiler Pekingese versus Boxerdoodle Pekingese versus Karelian Bear Dog Pekingese versus Leonberger Pekingese versus American Staffordshire Terrier Pekingese versus Norwegian Lundehund Pekingese versus Border Terrier Pekingese versus English Cocker Spaniel Pekingese versus Bernedoodle Pekingese versus Pomapoo Pekingese versus Briard Pekingese versus Bloodhound
Conclusion: German Pinscher 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 German Pinscher and the Pekingese better suits you and your family.