Alert
Dignified
Intelligent
Determined
Friendly
Loyal

Active
Stubborn
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Aggressive
Fearless
Good-natured
Assertive
Opinionated

Maremma Sheepdogs make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

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

Italy

United States

Mastiff, Native Mountain Dogs

Pekingese and Cairn Terrier

American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Continental Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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

Brown
Amber

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

White

Brown
Black
Fawn
Cream
White

Maremma Sheepdogs have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Pekarins have medium-length coats.

A Maremma Sheepdog can have a litter of 11-13 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 Pekarin can have a litter of 2-10 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.

Maremma Sheepdogs have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome
Craniomandibular Osteopathy

Bloat

KCS
Hydrocephalus
Eye Disease
Hypothyroidism
Mitral Valve Disease
Cryptorchidism
Liver Shunts

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Knee
Heart
X-Rays
Allergy Tests
Respiratory Tests
Eye examination
Full Physical Examination

Maremma Sheepdogs need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

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

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

Petting, Kiss, Brushing, Walk, Play, Run, Swim, Play ball

Play keep away

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Maremma Sheepdog, it's at least 16 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 Pekarin, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Maremma Sheepdogs 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 Pekarins 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 Maremma Sheepdog requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pekarins require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

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

Pekarin 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
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Flea Comb
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 75-100 pound (34 - 45 kg) Maremma Sheepdog feed 4.5 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 10-12 pound (5 - 5 kg) Pekarin 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 Maremma Sheepdog is somewhere $3.50 - $4.90 per day.

The average cost of a Pekarin is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Maremma Sheepdog is between $112 - $154. This makes an average of $1344 - $1848 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 Pekarin 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.

Maremma Sheepdog has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Pekarins are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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

Pekarins have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

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

Maremma Sheepdogs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Pekarins have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Maremma Sheepdogs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

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