Playful
Loving
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Going
Social
Cheerful

Stubborn
Agile
Intelligent
Affectionate
Aggressive
Good-natured
Companionable
Athletic
Mischievous
Opinionated

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

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

Copicas aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

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

Corgi and Cockapoo

Italian Greyhound and Pekingese

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ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
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Unknown

Early 1900s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
White
Fawn

Gray
Brindle
Cream
Fawn
Black
Sable
Pied
White
Blue
Red

Straight

Wavy

A Copica 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-Italian can have a litter of 2-4 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.

While the Copica breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

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

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Congenital Heart Defect

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome
Periodontal Disease

Epilepsy

KCS
Epilepsy
Hydrocephalus
Leg Fractures
Eye Disease
Mitral Valve Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Neurological Examination
Angiocardiogram

Eye
Knee
Heart
Skeletal
X-Rays
MRI
Respiratory Tests

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

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

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

Peke-Italian has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

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

Copicas 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.

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Copica, 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 Peke-Italian, it's at least 4 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Copicas usually need at least 40 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-Italians 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.

Copicas 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 Peke-Italian requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Peke-Italian 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

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of a Peke-Italian is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Copica is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $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 Peke-Italian 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.

Copica is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Peke-Italians are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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

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

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

Peke-Italians are not suitable for children.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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