Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Devoted
Lively
Trainable
Steady
Spirited
Assertive
Vocal

Playful
Stubborn
Energetic
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Affectionate
Aggressive
Good-natured
Clever
Opinionated

United States

United States

Coton de Tulear and Lhasa Apso

Pekingese, Miniature Pinscher

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

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

2000s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
White
Sable
Brindle

Black
Brown
White
Gray
Fawn

Lhasa-Cotons are known for their coat length.

Peke-A-Pins have short coats.

A Lhasa-Coton 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 Peke-A-Pin 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.

Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome
Skeletal Deformities

Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

KCS
Cataracts
Hydrocephalus
Eye Disease
Mitral Valve Disease

Eye Examination
Respiratory Tests
Skin Evaluation
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)

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

Walking

Wrestling

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

Peke-A-Pins 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Lhasa-Coton, it's at least 5 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 Peke-A-Pin, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Lhasa-Cotons 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 Peke-A-Pins 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.

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

The Peke-A-Pin requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Peke-A-Pin 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
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

Lhasa-Cotons make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

Lhasa-Cotons are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Peke-A-Pins are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Lhasa-Cotons are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Peke-A-Pins are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Lhasa-Cotons are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Peke-A-Pins are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Lhasa-Cotons are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Peke-A-Pins have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Lhasa-Cotons are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Peke-A-Pins are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.