Playful
Stubborn
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Aggressive
Good-natured
Opinionated

Loving
Aloof
Independent
Protective
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Devoted
Quiet
Reserved
Detached
Suspicious

Yorkineses are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Chow Peis are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Avoid Yorkineses as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Chow Peis are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

United States

United States

Yorkshire Terrier, Pekingese

Shar Pei, Chow Chow

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®
DBR = Designer Breed Registry

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Fawn
Cream
Brindle
Gray
Blue
Silver

Black
Brown
White
Sable
Brindle

Yorkineses are known for their coat length.

Chow Peis have short coats.

A Yorkinese can have a litter of 4-6 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 Chow Pei can have a litter of 3-6 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.

Yorkineses are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Chow Peis have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Portacaval Shunt
Tracheal Collapse
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome

Patellar Luxation
Skin Problems
Bloat
Eye Problems
Hypothyroidism
Cancer

KCS
Hydrocephalus
Eye Disease
Mitral Valve Disease

Bone And Joint Problems
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Brachycephalic Syndrome

Knee
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Endoscopy
Respiratory Tests
Heart Testing

Skin Scraping
X-Rays
Skin Evaluation
Eye Examinations
Blood Tests

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

Chow Peis are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Yorkinese has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Chow Pei has below average social needs and is content with spending time alone.

Yorkineses need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Chow Peis need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Yorkineses have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Chow Peis are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Yorkineses bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Chow Pei dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Playing, Chasing kitty, Brushing, Car rides, Walks, Chase, Tug-of-war, Laser, Wrestling, Walk, Fetch, Walking, Playing fetch, Catch, Everything, Catch ball, Chase tail, Frisbee, Tug of war, Cuddling, Sleeping, Exploring, Play, Loving, Dog Parks, Running, Playdate, Ball

Walking, Chasing sqerlls, Hide & Seek, Beach

Yorkineses are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Chow Peis are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Yorkinese, it's at least 6 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 Chow Pei, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Yorkineses usually need at least 30 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 Chow Peis usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Yorkineses have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Chow Peis 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.

Ideally, Yorkinese should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Chow Pei should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Scissors

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 5-14 pound (2 - 6 kg) Yorkinese feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 40-60 pound (18 - 27 kg) Chow Pei feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Yorkinese is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Chow Pei is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Yorkinese is between $34 - $42. This makes an average of $408 - $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 Chow Pei is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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.

Yorkinese is an independent and stubborn breed with low obedience intelligence, making training a test of patience.

Chow Peis are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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

Chow Peis are adaptable and resilient, making them ideal for those seeking a less sensitive pet.

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

The Chow Pei is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Yorkineses are not suitable for children.

Chow Peis are not the best choice for families with kids.

Yorkineses are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Chow Peis are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Yorkineses are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Chow Peis are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Yorkineses are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Chow Peis are not very stranger friendly.

Yorkineses are not known for being a highly playful breed.

Chow Peis have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Yorkineses are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Chow Peis are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.