Loving
Stubborn
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Affectionate
Devoted
Cheerful
Reserved
Suspicious

Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Tempered
Fearless
Good-natured

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

Skye-Paps shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Jack Russell Terrier, Chinese Shar-Pei

Skye Terrier and Papillon

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

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Brown

Sable
Red
Isabella
Fawn
Cream
Blue
Brown
White

Black
Gray
Cream
Fawn
Blue
Silver
White
Red
Brown

Rus-A-Peis have short coats.

Skye-Paps are known for their coat length.

A Rus-A-Pei can have a litter of 4-8 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 Skye-Pap can have a litter of 4-6 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.

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

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

Demodectic Mange
Cataracts
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Atopic Dermatitis

Patellar Luxation
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Deafness
Hip Dysplasia
Mitral Valve Disease
Hepatitis
Occipital Dysplasia

Seborrhea
Lens Luxation
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Hypothyroidism
Ichthyosis
Cerebellar Abiotrophy (Ataxia)
Leukodystrophies
Myasthenia Gravis

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Lens Luxation
Von Willebrand's Disease
Atopic Dermatitis
Follicular Dysplasia

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Blood And Urine Analysis
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

Blood Test
Skin Scraping
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Rus-A-Pei has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

Rus-A-Peis 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.

Skye-Paps 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 Rus-A-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 Skye-Pap, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Rus-A-Peis 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 Skye-Paps usually need at least 50 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Rus-A-Pei 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, Skye-Pap should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Clipper
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Rus-A-Pei is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Skye-Pap is somewhere $0.70 - $1.40 per day.

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

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

Rus-A-Peis are not the best choice for families with kids.

Skye-Paps are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Rus-A-Peis are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Skye-Paps are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Skye-Paps are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Rus-A-Peis are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

Rus-A-Peis are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Skye-Paps are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.