Groenendael vs Pekingese

Compare the Groenendael to the Pekingese. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Groenendaels and Pekingese.

Groenendael vs Pekingese
Groenendael
Pekingese
Groenendael
Pekingese
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General Details
Groenendael
Pekingese
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
11-13 Years
12-15 Years
Height
22-26 Inches
6-9 Inches
Weight
60-75 Pounds
7-14 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Groenendael
Pekingese
Origin Country
Belgium
China
Origin Year
1890 AD
-20 BC
Temperament
Groenendael
Pekingese
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
Groenendael
Pekingese
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Jealous
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Living Environment
Groenendael
Pekingese
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
20-80 °F
55-75 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Average
Exercise Needs
Groenendael
Pekingese
Energy Level
High
Low to Medium
Exercise Required
High
Low
Top Running Speed
30 MPH
12 MPH
Strength
High
Low
Grooming Needs
Groenendael
Pekingese
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Medium
Shedding
High
High
Dander
High
Medium
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Groenendael
Pekingese
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
Yes
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Groenendael
Pekingese
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Groenendael
Pekingese
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Below Average
Fighting
Average
None
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Groenendael
Pekingese
Average Lifespan
11-13 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Groenendael
Pekingese
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Epilepsy
Hyperthyroidism
Entropion
Mitral valve disease
Cataracts
Patellar luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy
Distichiasis
Ectopic cilia
Dry eye
Cryptorchidism
Hydrocephalus
Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome
Cleft palate
Exposure keratopathy
Intervertebral disc disease
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Groenendael
Pekingese
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Long
Coat Coloring
Groenendael
Pekingese
Breed Colors
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