Playful
Loving
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Devoted
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful
Reserved
Suspicious

Calm
Spirited
Energetic
Friendly

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

Dunkers shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

United States

Norway

Shar Pei and Labrador Retriever

Russian Harlequin Hound, Norwegian Scent Hounds

2000s

19th Century

Blue
Hazel
Brown

Blue
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black
Brown
Isabella

Black

Cream
Sable
Isabella
Black
Brown

Black
Blue
Fawn
White

Lab Peis have short coats.

Dunkers have medium-length coats.

A Lab 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 Dunker can have a litter of 10-12 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.

Entropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Demodicosis
Canine Hip Dysplasia
Atopy Dermatitis
Gastric Dilation Volvulus

Deafness

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Seborrhea

Hip Dysplasia

Skin Scraping
X-ray imaging
Optical Examination
Blood And Urine Analysis
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Ear Examination
Hearing Tests

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

Dunkers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Running, Playing fetch, Napping, Sleeping, Walking, Sit, Swim, Tug-of-war, Chasing, Fetch, Play, Walk, Run, Wrestle, Snuggle, Playing, Snuggling, Wrestling, Speak, Frisbee, Chase, Eating Snacks, Road trip, Taking a walk, Gardening, Dog park, Going on drives, Going on walks, Walks, Catch treats

Walking, Running

Lab 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.

Dunkers 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Lab Pei, 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 Dunker, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general Lab Pei should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

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

Slicker Brush
Flea Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Lab Pei is somewhere $2.50 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Dunker is somewhere $1.40 - $2.10 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Lab Pei is between $56 - $70. This makes an average of $672 - $840 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 Dunker is between $42 - $63. This makes an average of $504 - $756 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.

Dunkers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

Dunkers can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Lab Peis have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

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

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

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