A Detailed Comparison of the Peek A Poo and the Pyrenean Shepherd.

by

Quick Links: Table of Contents

Peek A Poo Versus Pyrenean Shepherd: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Peek A Poo and the Pyrenean Shepherd? 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 Peek A Poo and the Pyrenean Shepherd 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 Peek A Poo and the Pyrenean Shepherd.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Peek A Poo and the Pyrenean Shepherd 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 Peek A Poo and for the Pyrenean Shepherd. 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 Peek A Poo and the Pyrenean Shepherd.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Peek A Poo or the Pyrenean Shepherd.

Peek A Poo versus Pyrenean Shepherd: Overview

A very important difference between the Peek A Poo and the Pyrenean Shepherd is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Peek A Poo is a tiny-sized dog while the Pyrenean Shepherd is a small-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Peek A Poo belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.

On the other hand, the Pyrenean Shepherd belongs to the Herding Dogs group. Herding Dogs were bred for moving livestock, including sheep, cattle, and even reindeer. Herding dogs work closely with their human shepherds, and their natural intelligence and responsiveness make them highly trainable. They have high levels of energy, which needs to be channeled properly to prevent destructive behavior. Herding breeds are protective of their people and property and make excellent watchdogs. Their intelligence, agility, and activity level make them well suited to dog sports.

Peek A Poo versus Pyrenean Shepherd: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Peek A Poo to the Pyrenean Shepherd 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 Peek A Poo and the Pyrenean Shepherd

Factor Peek A Poo Pyrenean Shepherd
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 5/5 4/5
Life Span 10 to 15 years 15 to 17 years
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 2/5
General Health 3/5 2/5
Easy To Train 3/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 1/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 5/5
Weight 4 to 20 pounds 25 to 30 pounds
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 5/5
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Height Up to 11 inches tall at the shoulder 15 to 21 inches tall at the shoulder
Average Lifespan 12.5 years 16.0 years
Average Price $1430 No Data
Price Range $1000 – $1800 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • DNA Repository
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
    		•

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Peek A Poo 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 Pyrenean Shepherd. 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 Peek A Poo is 84 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Pyrenean Shepherd is 72 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Peek A Poo is a better pet than the Pyrenean Shepherd. So, you should get the Peek A Poo!

    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 Peek A Poo and the Pyrenean Shepherd so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Peek A Poo and the Pyrenean Shepherd

    Below is a list of where the Peek A Poo and the Pyrenean Shepherd are most different:

  • Peek A Poos do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful. However, Pyrenean Shepherds do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Peek A Poos are good for new dog owners. However, Pyrenean Shepherds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    • The Similarities Between the Peek A Poo and the Pyrenean Shepherd

    The Peek A Poo and the Pyrenean Shepherd are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Peek A Poo and the Pyrenean Shepherd are most similar:

  • Both the Peek A Poo and the Pyrenean Shepherd do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Peek A Poo and the Pyrenean Shepherd do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the Peek A Poo and the Pyrenean Shepherd do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Peek A Poo and the Pyrenean Shepherd cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Both the Peek A Poo and the Pyrenean Shepherd do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Peek A Poo and the Pyrenean Shepherd require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • Both the Peek A Poo and the Pyrenean Shepherd are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Peek A Poo and the Pyrenean Shepherd get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Peek A Poo and the Pyrenean Shepherd gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Peek A Poo and the Pyrenean Shepherd are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Peek A Poo and the Pyrenean Shepherd are prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Peek A Poo and the Pyrenean Shepherd are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Peek A Poo and the Pyrenean Shepherd are very playful.
  • Both the Peek A Poo and the Pyrenean Shepherd adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Peek A Poo and the Pyrenean Shepherd are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Peek A Poo versus Pyrenean Shepherd

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Peek A Poo and the Pyrenean Shepherd.

    Peek A Poos weigh 4 to 20 pounds when fully grown. Peek A Poos are Up to 11 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Pyrenean Shepherds weigh 25 to 30 pounds when fully grown. Pyrenean Shepherds are 15 to 21 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Peek A Poo versus Pyrenean Shepherd

    The lifespan of Peek A Poos is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Peek A Poos is 12.5 years.

    The lifespan of Pyrenean Shepherds is between 15 to 17 years. The average lifespan of Pyrenean Shepherds is 16.0 years.

    Pyrenean Shepherds live longer than Peek A Poos.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Peek A Poo versus Pyrenean Shepherd

    Peek A Poos do not like to be left alone.

    Pyrenean Shepherds do not like to be left alone.

    Do Peek A Poos shed more than Pyrenean Shepherds?

    Peek A Poos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Pyrenean Shepherds shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Peek A Poo or the Pyrenean Shepherd

    Peek A Poos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Pyrenean Shepherds do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Peek A Poo or the Pyrenean Shepherd?

    Peek A Poos require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Pyrenean Shepherds are moderately easy to groom.

    Does the Peek A Poo Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pyrenean Shepherd?

    Peek A Poos have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Pyrenean Shepherds 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 Peek A Poos Bark and Howl? What about Pyrenean Shepherds?

    Peek A Poos are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Pyrenean Shepherds are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Peek A Poos Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pyrenean Shepherds Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Peek A Poos can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Pyrenean Shepherds can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Peek A Poo vs. Pyrenean Shepherd

    Peek A Poos do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Pyrenean Shepherds do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Can Peek A Poos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pyrenean Shepherds Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Peek A Poos cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Pyrenean Shepherds can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Peek A Poo or the Pyrenean Shepherd?

    Peek A Poos get along very well with other dogs.

    Pyrenean Shepherds do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Peek A Poos good family dogs? What about Pyrenean Shepherds?

    Peek A Poos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Pyrenean Shepherds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Peek A Poos and Pyrenean Shepherds?

    Peek A Poos get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Pyrenean Shepherds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Peek A Poo Easier to Train than the Pyrenean Shepherd?

    Peek A Poos are fairly easy to train.

    Pyrenean Shepherds are not easy to train.

    Is the Peek A Poo Better for Apartment Owners than the Pyrenean Shepherd?

    Peek A Poos adapt very well to apartment living.

    Pyrenean Shepherds adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Peek A Poo or the Pyrenean Shepherd?

    Peek A Poos are very good for new dog owners.

    Pyrenean Shepherds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Peek A Poo

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Peek A Poo 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 Peek A Poo:

  • Maltese (81 percent match with Peek A Poo). Here is our comparison of the Pyrenean Shepherd vs Maltese.
  • Pomapoo (84 percent match with Peek A Poo). Here is our comparison of the Pyrenean Shepherd vs Pomapoo.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pyrenean Shepherd

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Pyrenean Shepherd 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 Pyrenean Shepherd:

  • Cairn Terrier (73 percent match with Pyrenean Shepherd). Here is our comparison of the Peek A Poo vs Cairn Terrier.
  • Lakeland Terrier (73 percent match with Pyrenean Shepherd). Here is our comparison of the Peek A Poo vs Lakeland Terrier.
  • Pomsky (73 percent match with Pyrenean Shepherd). Here is our comparison of the Peek A Poo vs Pomsky.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Peek A Poo and how the Pyrenean Shepherd compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Peek A Poo and of the Pyrenean Shepherd to other breeds:

    Peek A Poo Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Peek A Poo versus Greyhound     Peek A Poo versus Labrador Retriever     Peek A Poo versus Belgian Malinois     Peek A Poo versus Bernese Mountain Dog     Peek A Poo versus Labradoodle     Peek A Poo versus Puggle     Peek A Poo versus American Foxhound     Peek A Poo versus Maremma Sheepdog     Peek A Poo versus Bich Poo     Peek A Poo versus Collie     Peek A Poo versus Field Spaniel     Peek A Poo versus Tibetan Terrier     Peek A Poo versus Toy Poodle     Peek A Poo versus Tibetan Spaniel     Peek A Poo versus Leonberger     Peek A Poo versus Cane Corso     Peek A Poo versus Airedale Terrier     Peek A Poo versus Black Mouth Cur     Peek A Poo versus Pomapoo     Peek A Poo versus Chow Chow     Peek A Poo versus Maremma Sheepdog     Peek A Poo versus Labrador Retriever     Peek A Poo versus Stabyhoun     Peek A Poo versus Maltipoo     Peek A Poo versus Boykin Spaniel     

    Pyrenean Shepherd Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Pyrenean Shepherd versus Shiloh Shepherd     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Labrador Retriever     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Peek A Poo     Pyrenean Shepherd versus West Highland White Terrier     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Barbet     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Akita     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Beagle     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Havanese     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Belgian Malinois     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Clumber Spaniel     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Bluetick Coonhound     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Goldador     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Chinese Shar-Pei     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Dogo Argentino     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Frenchton     Pyrenean Shepherd versus English Cocker Spaniel     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Basenji     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Belgian Sheepdog     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Brussels Griffon     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Irish Wolfhound     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Belgian Sheepdog     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Norwegian Buhund     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Jack Russell Terrier     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Bernese Mountain Dog     

    Conclusion: Peek A Poo versus Pyrenean Shepherd. 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 Peek A Poo and the Pyrenean Shepherd better suits you and your family.