Loving
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Inquisitive

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

Rat-A-Paps are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Golden Peis are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

United States

United States

Papillon, American Rat Terrier

Chinese Shar-Pei, Golden Retriever

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
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®

Unknown

1900s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Black
Brown
Red
Fawn

Cream
Red
White
Brown
Black

Rat-A-Paps have medium-length coats.

Golden Peis have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

A Rat-A-Pap can have a litter of 5-7 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 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.

Rat-A-Paps are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

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

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

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.

Hip Dysplasia

OCD
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
vonWillebrand’s Disease

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Dental Problems

Patellar Luxation
Bloat

Radiographs
Blood Analysis
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests
Complete Physical Examination

Dna For Vwd
Allergy Tests
Full Physical Examination
Thyroid Testing

Rat-A-Pap has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

Rat-A-Paps need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

Rat-A-Paps sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

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

Golden Pei dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Playing Ball, Swimming, Visiting Family, Snuggling, Car rides

Walking, Fetch, Couch surfing, Play

Rat-A-Paps are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Golden Peis 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 Rat-A-Pap, it's at least 10 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 Golden Pei, it's at least 11 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Rat-A-Paps usually need at least 60 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 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.

The Rat-A-Pap has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Rat-A-Pap 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

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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 10-15 pound (5 - 7 kg) Rat-A-Pap 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.

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.

The average cost of a Rat-A-Pap is somewhere $1.40 - $1.70 per day.

The average cost of a Golden Pei is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Rat-A-Pap 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.

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.

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

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

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

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

Rat-A-Paps make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Golden Peis have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Rat-A-Paps are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Rat-A-Paps are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Rat-A-Paps are highly friendly around strangers.

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