Loving
Independent
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Reliable
Devoted
Kind
Reserved
Trustworthy
Suspicious

Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Quick
Devoted
Lively

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

Avoid Chin-was as watchdogs - they're not effective.

United States

​United States

Chinese Shar-Pei, Golden Retriever

Chihuahua, Japanese Chin

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

1900s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Cream
Red
White
Brown
Black

Pied
Gray
White
Black
Cream
Red
Brown

A Golden Pei can have a litter of 5-10 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.

A Chin-wa 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.

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

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

The Golden Pei breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

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

OCD
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
vonWillebrand’s Disease

Patellar Luxation
Tracheal Collapse
Liver Shunts

Patellar Luxation
Bloat

Cataracts
Hypoglycemia

Dna For Vwd
Allergy Tests
Full Physical Examination
Thyroid Testing

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Ophthalmic Examination

Golden Peis' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Chin-was are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

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

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

Golden Peis require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

Golden Peis have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Chin-was are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Walking, Fetch, Couch surfing, Play

Walking, Playing, Fetch, Talking to her, All activities, Tag, Tug-of-war, Hide & Seek, Walk, Snuggl

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Golden Pei, it's at least 11 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 Chin-wa, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Golden Peis usually need at least 75 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 Chin-was usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Golden Pei requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Chin-wa has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Chin-wa 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
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 50-75 pound (23 - 34 kg) Golden Pei feed 3 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 4-8 pound (2 - 4 kg) Chin-wa 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 Golden Pei is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Golden Pei is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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 Chin-wa 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.

Golden Pei is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Chin-wa is an independent and stubborn breed with low obedience intelligence, making training a test of patience.

Golden Peis have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

Golden Peis are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Chin-was make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Golden Peis have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Chin-was are not the best choice for families with kids.

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

Chin-was are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Chin-was are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Golden Peis are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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

Chin-was have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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

Chin-was are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.