Active
Playful
Stubborn
Intelligent
Responsive
Docile
Affectionate
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Aggressive
Good-natured
Easygoing
Opinionated

Affectionate
Courageous
Gentle
Going
Alert
Energetic
Loving
Social

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

American Bulldogs are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Peke-A-Teses are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Choose an American Bulldog if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

United States

United States

Pekingese, Maltese

English Bulldog, Old English Bulldog, Bull Terrier

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®

American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Backwoods Bulldog Club
Animal Research Foundation
American Rare Breed Association
American Bulldog Association
National American Bulldog Association
John D Johnson Bulldog Registry
American Bulldog Club Of Canada
All American Bulldog Club

Early 1900s

17th Century

Brown

Blue
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

White
Gray
Brindle
Fawn
Cream
Black

Brown
Black
Brindle
Fawn
White
Red

Peke-A-Teses have longer coats compared to most dogs.

American Bulldogs have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

A Peke-A-Tese can have a litter of 3-5 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.

An American Bulldog can have a litter of 10-12 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-Teses are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

American Bulldogs are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

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

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Obesity
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

KCS
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Hydrocephalus
Eye Disease
Mitral Valve Disease
Dental Disease
Portosystemic Shunt
Shaker Dog Syndrome

Cherry Eye
Thyroid
Kidney Problems
Ichthyosis
Bone Cancer

Eye
Knee
Heart
Liver Ultrasound
X-Rays
CT Scan
Dental Examination
Respiratory Tests
Full Physical Examination

Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
Hip and Elbow X-rays
DNA

Peke-A-Teses are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

American Bulldogs' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

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

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

Walks

Fetch, Car rides, Running, Walk, Run, Tug-of-war, Sleeping, Chase the ball

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

American Bulldogs 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-Tese, it's at least 4 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 American Bulldog, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Peke-A-Teses usually need at least 20 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 American Bulldogs usually need at least 60 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-Teses 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 American Bulldog is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

American Bulldog 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
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 8-11 pound (4 - 5 kg) Peke-A-Tese 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 60-120 pound (27 - 54 kg) American Bulldog feed 4 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-Tese is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of an American Bulldog is somewhere $4.20 - $7.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Peke-A-Tese 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 an American Bulldog is between $42 - $70. This makes an average of $504 - $840 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-Tese has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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

Peke-A-Teses have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

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

American Bulldogs are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

American Bulldogs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

American Bulldogs are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Peke-A-Teses are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

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

American Bulldogs are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

American Bulldogs are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

American Bulldogs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.