Playful
Loving
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal

Active
Stubborn
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Aggressive
Fearless
Good-natured
Assertive
Opinionated

Jarkies are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Avoid Jarkies as watchdogs - they're not effective.

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

Japanese Chin and Yorkshire Terrier

Pekingese and Cairn 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®

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®

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

Black
Blue
White
Sable
Brown

Brown
Black
Fawn
Cream
White

Jarkies are known for their coat length.

Pekarins have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

A Jarkie 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 Pekarin can have a litter of 2-10 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.

Jarkies are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

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

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

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

Patellar Luxation
Retinal Dysplasia
Tracheal Collapse

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome
Craniomandibular Osteopathy

Entropion
Ectropion
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Portosystemic Shunt
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Cushing's Disease
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

KCS
Hydrocephalus
Eye Disease
Hypothyroidism
Mitral Valve Disease
Cryptorchidism
Liver Shunts

Thyroid Tests
Eye Examination
Electrocardiogram
Radiographs
Urinalysis

Knee
Heart
X-Rays
Allergy Tests
Respiratory Tests
Eye examination
Full Physical Examination

Jarkie has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

Jarkies require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

Pekarins need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Jarkies are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

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

Affection, Walk, Cuddlimg, Play, Love, Kisses, Cuddling

Play keep away

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

Pekarins 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Jarkie, it's at least 2 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 Pekarin, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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

Pekarin 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
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Flea Comb
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 4-7 pound (2 - 3 kg) Jarkie feed 0.5 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 10-12 pound (5 - 5 kg) Pekarin 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.

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

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

The average per month expenses of a Jarkie 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 a Pekarin 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.

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

Pekarins have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

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

Jarkies are not the best choice for families with kids.

Pekarins have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Pekarins are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Pekarins are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Pekarins are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.