Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Pekingese Versus Pyredoodle: Introduction
- Pekingese versus Pyredoodle: Overview
- Pekingese versus Pyredoodle: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Pekingese and the Pyredoodle
- The Similarities Between the Pekingese and the Pyredoodle
- Size (Weight and Height) of Pekingese versus Pyredoodle
- Lifespan of Pekingese versus Pyredoodle
- Price of Pekingese versus Price of Pyredoodle
- Tolerates Being Alone: Pekingese versus Pyredoodle
- Do Pekingeses shed more than Pyredoodles?
- Which one drools more, the Pekingese or the Pyredoodle
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Pekingese or the Pyredoodle?
- Does the Pekingese Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pyredoodle?
- Do Pekingeses Bark and Howl? What about Pyredoodles?
- Can Pekingeses Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pyredoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Pekingese vs. Pyredoodle
- Can Pekingeses Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pyredoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Pekingese or the Pyredoodle?
- Are Pekingeses good family dogs? What about Pyredoodles?
- How Kid-friendly are Pekingeses and Pyredoodles?
- Is the Pekingese Easier to Train than the Pyredoodle?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pekingese
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pyredoodle
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Pekingese versus Pyredoodle. Which One is a Better Pet?
Pekingese Versus Pyredoodle: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Pekingese and the Pyredoodle? 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 Pekingese and the Pyredoodle 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 Pekingese and the Pyredoodle.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Pekingese and the Pyredoodle 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 Pekingese and for the Pyredoodle. 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 Pekingese and the Pyredoodle.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Pekingese or the Pyredoodle.
Pekingese versus Pyredoodle: Overview
A very important difference between the Pekingese and the Pyredoodle is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Pekingese is a tiny-sized dog while the Pyredoodle is a large-sized dog.
Furthermore, 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.
On the other hand, the Pyredoodle belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
Pekingese versus Pyredoodle: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Pekingese to the Pyredoodle 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 Pekingese and the Pyredoodle
| Factor | Pekingese | Pyredoodle |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 10 to 12 years |
| Easygoing | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Height | 6 to 9 inches tall at the shoulder | 15 to 32 inches |
| Weight | 7 to 14 pounds | 85 to 100 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 11.0 years |
| Average Price | $1930 | $1390 |
| Price Range | $1288 – $2500 | $1250 – $1600 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data | No Data |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Pekingese 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 Pyredoodle. 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 Pekingese is 77 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Pyredoodle is 85 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Pyredoodle is a better pet than the Pekingese. So, you should get the Pyredoodle!
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 Pekingese and the Pyredoodle so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Pekingese and the Pyredoodle
Below is a list of where the Pekingese and the Pyredoodle are most different:
The Similarities Between the Pekingese and the Pyredoodle
The Pekingese and the Pyredoodle are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Pekingese and the Pyredoodle are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Pekingese versus Pyredoodle
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Pekingese and the Pyredoodle.
Pekingeses weigh 7 to 14 pounds when fully grown. Pekingeses are 6 to 9 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Pyredoodles weigh 85 to 100 pounds when fully grown. Pyredoodles are 15 to 32 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Pekingese versus Pyredoodle
The lifespan of Pekingeses is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Pekingeses is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of Pyredoodles is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Pyredoodles is 11.0 years.
Pekingeses live longer than Pyredoodles.
Price of Pekingese versus Price of Pyredoodle
The average price of the Pekingese puppy is $1930. The price of the Pekingese typically ranges from $1288 – $2500. However, the price of a Pekingese can be as low as $700 and as high as $7500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 138 Pekingese puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Pyredoodle puppy is $1390. The price of the Pyredoodle typically ranges from $1250 – $1600. However, the price of the Pyredoodle can be as low as $400 and as high as $2000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 24 Pyredoodle puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Pekingese is more expensive than the Pyredoodle.
| Pekingese | Pyredoodle | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1930 | $1390 |
| Price Range | $1288 to $2500 | $1250 to $1600 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Pekingese and Pyredoodle. For different price points, the charts show how many Pekingese puppies or how many Pyredoodle puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Pekingeses. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Pyredoodles
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Pekingese puppy or the Pyredoodle 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.
Tolerates Being Alone: Pekingese versus Pyredoodle
Pekingeses can be left alone only for a short time.
Pyredoodles can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Pekingeses shed more than Pyredoodles?
Pekingeses shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Pyredoodles do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Pekingese or the Pyredoodle
Pekingeses do have a very low tendency to drool.
Pyredoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Pekingese or the Pyredoodle?
Pekingeses require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Pyredoodles are moderately easy to groom.
Does the Pekingese Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pyredoodle?
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.
Pyredoodles have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.
Do Pekingeses Bark and Howl? What about Pyredoodles?
Pekingeses are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Pyredoodles bark and howl, but not very much.
Can Pekingeses Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pyredoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?
Pekingeses can very well tolerate cold weather.
Pyredoodles can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Pekingese vs. Pyredoodle
Pekingeses have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Pyredoodles have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Pekingeses Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pyredoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?
Pekingeses cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Pyredoodles can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Pekingese or the Pyredoodle?
Pekingeses do not get along well with other dogs.
Pyredoodles get along very well with other dogs.
Are Pekingeses good family dogs? What about Pyredoodles?
Pekingeses are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Pyredoodles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Pekingeses and Pyredoodles?
Pekingeses do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
Pyredoodles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Pekingese Easier to Train than the Pyredoodle?
Pekingeses are fairly easy to train.
Pyredoodles are fairly easy to train.
Is the Pekingese Better for Apartment Owners than the Pyredoodle?
Pekingeses adapt very well to apartment living.
Pyredoodles adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Pekingese or the Pyredoodle?
Pekingeses are very good for new dog owners.
Pyredoodles are very good for new dog owners.
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 Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pyredoodle
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Pyredoodle 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 Pyredoodle:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Pekingese and how the Pyredoodle compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Pekingese and of the Pyredoodle to other breeds:
Pekingese Versus Other Dog Breeds
Pekingese versus Akbash Pekingese versus Manchester Terrier Pekingese versus Spinone Italiano Pekingese versus Kooikerhondje Pekingese versus Tibetan Mastiff Pekingese versus Westiepoo Pekingese versus Brussels Griffon Pekingese versus Sussex Spaniel Pekingese versus Golden Cocker Retriever Pekingese versus Bull Terrier Pekingese versus American Water Spaniel Pekingese versus Portuguese Pointer Pekingese versus Affenpinscher Pekingese versus American Bulldog Pekingese versus Berger Picard Pekingese versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Pekingese versus Shetland Sheepdog Pekingese versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Pekingese versus Standard Schnauzer Pekingese versus Airedale Terrier Pekingese versus Black Russian Terrier Pekingese versus American Foxhound Pekingese versus Chihuahua Pekingese versus Briard Pekingese versus Rottweiler
Pyredoodle Versus Other Dog Breeds
Pyredoodle versus Ibizan Hound Pyredoodle versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Pyredoodle versus Pharaoh Hound Pyredoodle versus Collie Pyredoodle versus Morkie Pyredoodle versus Miniature Poodle Pyredoodle versus Welsh Springer Spaniel Pyredoodle versus Japanese Chin Pyredoodle versus Maremma Sheepdog Pyredoodle versus Komondor Pyredoodle versus Akita Pyredoodle versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog Pyredoodle versus English Cocker Spaniel Pyredoodle versus Cockalier Pyredoodle versus Shichon Pyredoodle versus Hovawart Pyredoodle versus Maremma Sheepdog Pyredoodle versus Akbash Pyredoodle versus Puggle Pyredoodle versus Irish Water Spaniel Pyredoodle versus Pug Pyredoodle versus Biewer Terrier Pyredoodle versus Kishu Ken Pyredoodle versus Bichon Frise
Conclusion: Pekingese versus Pyredoodle. 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 Pekingese and the Pyredoodle better suits you and your family.