Posted by Keith Scherberger on April 29, 1998 at 19:47:32:
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
AS a breeder owner and handler of pekes I would strongly urge you to buy a purebred from a reputable breeder. A reputable breeder will charge you as much, in some cases less than a pet store. The dogs are better cared for and have true and honest pedigrees. A reputable breeder will not only tell you the good points of a dog but also the bad parts. They will also offer you a lifetime of support should you have any questions concerning your dog after you get it home. Personally I don't feel it's right to allow dogs to breed uncontolled outside of their breed to create a mix. Reputable breeders dont breed on a whim, their breedings are done after studying the pedrigrees and getting information about the dogs in the pedigrees. A reputable will breed for temperament FIRST, everything else should be secondary. To get a list of breeders in your area go the American Kennel Club, akc.org website on the info dog website infodog.com. As a prospective owner never let price interfere with your decision making, expect to pay between $500.00 and $1000.00 for a pure bred peke, it's well worth the investment for a lifetime of unconditional love and never ending loyalty. Good luck, I hope you find the dog you are looking for. Keith