Posted by Maria Castro on April 17, 1998 at 16:35:57:
In Reply to: Re: Pekingese vs. Pekepoo posted by Dale Zeigler on February 08, 1998 at 11:56:55:
> > We had a lovely Pekepoo for 17 yrs. until last Jan.
> > Now searching for another companion for our country home
> > and trying to decide between the purebred and the cross.
> > Found a Pekingese in a local pet store but hesitant to
> > act given the bad rap these stores have received. Also,
> > our Pekepoo had few physical problems until the end of
> > her life (she was mostly Pekingese, but for the nose)
> > and am concerned about problems with the purebred animal.
> > I would appreciate any suggestions or information anyone
> > would have regarding 'Pekingese vs Pekepoo'. How do I g
>
> o
> > about finding the best pet for my $? Thank you
I've had purebred pekes for the last 20+ years. My first was
a pet shop dog - he was healthy, but didn't have a good temperment.
My next one was from a breeder, then I bred some litters. Most of my
dogs have lived long healthy lives. Providing there's good breeding
behind your purebred, the new pups health should be fine. Can't urge
you enough to try to locate a breeder (one who shows) for your new pet.
You can also go to a dog show (check out infodog.com for a list of
upcoming shows in your area) - you can see the pekes in the ring and
maybe locate a local breeder. Good luck