Unfortunately, the Peke-A-Boo is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Active
Playful
Stubborn
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Devoted
Aggressive
Good-natured
Calm
Faithful
Easygoing
Opinionated
Earnest
Willing
Serene

Gentle
Proud
Vigilant
Loyal
Trainable
Intelligent

Peke-A-Boos are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffons shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

United States

France

Pekingese and Bolognese

griffon, spaniel, pointer, setter

Unknown

1800s

Brown

Hazel

Black

Brown

Fawn
Brown
Black
White

Gray
Brown
White

A Peke-A-Boo can have a litter of 2-5 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 Wirehaired Pointing Griffon can have a litter of 12-14 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.

Peke-A-Boos are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffons have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Peke-A-Boos typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Otitis Externa
KCS
Allergies
Hydrocephalus
Eye Disease
Mitral Valve Disease

Otitis Externa
Entropion
Ectropion
Hip Dysplasia

Hip
Knee
Heart
X-Rays
Dental Examination
Respiratory Tests
Eye examination
Full Physical Examination
Allergy Testing

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Peke-A-Boos are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Peke-A-Boos are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Peke-A-Boo dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffons 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 Peke-A-Boo, 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 Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Peke-A-Boos usually need at least 25 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 Wirehaired Pointing Griffons 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.

Peke-A-Boos 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.

The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon 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
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 8-14 pound (4 - 6 kg) Peke-A-Boo 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 50-60 pound (23 - 27 kg) Wirehaired Pointing Griffon 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 Peke-A-Boo is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Peke-A-Boo is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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 Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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.

Peke-A-Boos make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffons can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Peke-A-Boos have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Peke-A-Boos are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Peke-A-Boos are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Peke-A-Boos are not known for being a highly playful breed.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.