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With the loving nature of a Poodle and the pride of a Pekingese, the Peekapoo is a smart, affectionate dog that will stay glued to your side and bark the day away. These easygoing pups don’t need much activity, but they make up for it in high-maintenance grooming and attention needs. Photo credit: www.flickr.com/photos/islandgyrl/4820241164 Full-grown, they typically weigh 4-20 pounds and stand 9-11 inches tall.

Peekapoos are generally good with kids, especially when raised together. Peekapoo are companion dogs that need to live inside with their families. These dogs may or may not be a good fit for families with kids, other dogs, or cats. They're fairly vocal dogs that bark regularly.

The Peekapoo has low to average energy, so they don’t need much activity or exercise. These little pups will adapt to their owner’s lifestyle, so whether you like a short walk around the block each day or prefer to spend your time relaxing on the couch, they’ll be happy to join in. Overall, their exercise needs are moderate.

Peekapoo can have different types of coats, depending on whether their Poodle or Pekingese side is stronger. They may have curls, waves, or even straight hair and come in a variety of colors. Plan on brushing these dogs every few days to keep their coats tangle-free. Grooming-wise, this breed is fairly high-maintenance.

Peekapoos are best suited for apartments and smaller homes. Peekapoo are companion dogs that need to live inside with their families. They can live in a house or apartment as long as they’re around people. They are moderately trainable with consistent effort.

The Bich Poo (also known as a ‘Poochon’ or ‘Bichpoo’) is a cross between a Poodle and a Bichon Frise, a mix which likely originated in the United States. Poodle crossbreeds are meant to produce a dog with mixed traits and the Poodle’s signature nonshedding coat. As a crossbreed, the Bich Poo is not eligible for registration with purebred registries such as the American Kennel Club, but it can be registered with the American Canine Hybrid Club, as ‘Poochon’. The Bich Poo is not considered a purebred because it doesn’t ‘breed true’, meaning that it doesn’t display a consistent set of characteristics. Like other ‘designer breeds’, the Bich Poo has seen a recent surge in popularity. Some breeders produce Bich Poos by crossing a purebred Poodle with a purebred Bichon Frise (called a first generation cross), but others allow crossing Bich Poos with Poodles or Bichon Frises (called a backcross), or other Bich Poos (called a multi-generation cross). Different crosses can result in different characteristics. Full-grown, they typically weigh 6-12 pounds and stand 9-14 inches tall.

Bichpoos are generally excellent with children of all ages. The Bich Poo is friendly toward strangers, children and other dogs. Bich Poos are great companions for kids, but should be supervised around young children to prevent them from teasing the dog or playing rough. They're moderate barkers — they'll alert you when something's up but aren't excessive.

The Bich Poo is an active dog requiring daily exercise such as a walk, playtime in a fenced-in yard, or a visit to the local dog park, though it can meet a lot of its exercise requirements through indoor play. Most Bich Poos enjoy swimming. Bich Poos are great dogs for an apartment or condo. Overall, their exercise needs are moderate.

The Bich Poo has a soft, curly coat. Most Bich Poos have little dander and do not shed, making them a good match for those with allergies. Owing to its Poodle heritage, the Bich Poo comes in a wide variety of solid or mixed colors. Grooming-wise, this breed is moderate. Bichpoos are considered hypoallergenic, which can be a plus for allergy sufferers.

Bichpoos are best suited for apartments and smaller homes. They are fairly easy to train.