Peagle

Description: The Peagle breed is a crossbreed between a purebred Beagle and Pekingese. Originating in the United States of America, this breed is described as sweet, affectionate, friendly and smart. This dog is best known for their long, floppy ears and curly tail.

Other Names: Peagle Hound

Type: Crossbreed

Height: 6-16 in.

Weight: 13-18 lbs.

Colors: The coat of a Peagle is generally a cream or tan-color but the actual coat color will depend on the coat of the dominant parent breed.

Coat: The coat of a Peagle is medium length with a silky texture.

Temperament: Peagles are affectionate and educated dogs. They love being the center of attention and are down to play at all times. They also know when it’s time to be a companion and cuddle indoors. They are natural entertainers who are loyal and protective when they feel they need to be.  With Children: Young children love this breed and that love is given right back. The Peagle breed thrives on entertaining children with love, affection and games. With Pets: Peagles love bonding with other dogs and can mingle with other household pets. They are social at dog parks and will always interact with other breeds during their walks.

Watch-dog: A Peagle is a good watch dog due to its alert nature and willingness to let their owner know when surroundings become strange.

Guard-dog: Since they are petite in size, Peagle dogs are unsuccessful in performing protective guard dog actions.

Care and Training: It is advised for Peagle dogs to be brushed daily, bathed on occasion and regularly have their eyes wiped and cleaned of discharge. Their teeth should be bruhes two to three times a week to avoid build up. During outdoor play time, owners should keep water handy on them because this breed cannot handle extreme heat. Training a Peagle should be paired with treats, praise, and other rewards to reinforce good behaviors.

Learning Rate: High. This breed can pick up on training very easily. Obedience: High. This breed is known to be a people pleaser. Problem Solving: High.

Activity: High. Peagles enjoy trips to the dog park, long neighborhood walks, mental stimulation and indoor games.

Living Environment: Peagles can live in an apartment or a home with a fenced-in yard Health Issues: Health issues linked to this breed are patellar luxation, hip dysplasia, epilepsy, hydrocephalus, heart conditions, skin fold dermatitis, hypothyroidism, brachycephalic syndrome, cleft palate, beagle dwarfism, cryptorchidism and invertebral disc disease.

Life Span: 12-14 years.

Litter Size: 2-6 puppies.

Country of Origin: United States of America

History: The Peagle breed is a crossbreed between a purebred Beagle and Pekingese. The breed originated in the United States but the year of origin is not known. What we know about this breed comes from its parents. Beagles were established in Roman times, billed as hunting dogs in the mid-1800’s. Their keen sense of smell and laser focus energy earned them the reputation of being a trusted breed. The Beagle was recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1884. The Pekingese breed originates from the Orient and is named after the capital city of Peking. Pekingese dogs belonged to the imperial family only. During the Opium War of 1860, British troops procured the dog after storming the imperial palace. Five dogs were taken to England, one of which became Queen Victoria’s dog. In the early 1900s, the Pekingese made its way to the United States. It was accepted by the American Kennel Club in 1904.

Registries: ACHC, DBR, DDKC, DRA, IDCR