Pekingese vs Dogo Argentino

Compare the Pekingese to the Dogo Argentino. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Pekingese and Dogo Argentinos.

Pekingese vs Dogo Argentino
Pekingese
Dogo Argentino
Pekingese
Dogo Argentino
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General Details
Pekingese
Dogo Argentino
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
10-12 Years
Height
6-9 Inches
24-30 Inches
Weight
7-14 Pounds
75-110 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Pekingese
Dogo Argentino
Origin Country
China
Argentina
Origin Year
-20 BC
1928 AD
Temperament
Pekingese
Dogo Argentino
Overall Friendliness
Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Personality
Pekingese
Dogo Argentino
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Pekingese
Dogo Argentino
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
55-75 °F
45-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Pekingese
Dogo Argentino
Energy Level
Low to Medium
High
Exercise Required
Low
High
Top Running Speed
12 MPH
25 MPH
Strength
Low
Very High
Grooming Needs
Pekingese
Dogo Argentino
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
High
Medium
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Pekingese
Dogo Argentino
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Pekingese
Dogo Argentino
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Pekingese
Dogo Argentino
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
None
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Above Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Pekingese
Dogo Argentino
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Pekingese
Dogo Argentino
Common Health Issues
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
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Deafness
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Pekingese
Dogo Argentino
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Straight
Wavy
Straight
Coat Length
Long
Short
Coat Coloring
Pekingese
Dogo Argentino
Breed Colors
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