Pekingese

 

Origin:

 

The Pekingese originally came from China. They were brought to the West in the 1860s when British troops invaded Peking (Beijing) during the Opium Wars. They arrived to America by the late 1890s.

History

The Pekingese is a tiny, toy breed dogs with a flat face, furry mane (like a lion), floppy ears, and a confident expression. Pekes are known to develop strong bonds with their human owners. Independent and alert, they make excellent watchdogs.

Color

Coat colors usually come in various shades of red, from golden-red to darker shades.

  • Lifespan:

    12-14 years
  • Shedding:

    constant
  • Coat Length:

    long
  • Grooming:

    medium
  • Size:

    s
  • Color:

Behavior

  • Temperament

    The Pekingese is an independent and headstrong dog with very little fear so they will go after animals 10 times their size without thinking twice in order to protect their family. This quality makes them very good watchdogs but it can also get them into trouble due to their small size. The Pekingese should be a wonderful addition to your family.

  • Barking

    Barks if Necessary

  • Adaptability

    • Adaptability to apartment living

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    • Good for novice owners

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    • Tolerates being alone

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    • Tolerates cold weather

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    • Tolerates hot weather

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    • Family Friendly

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  • Exercise needs

    • Energy level

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    • Exercise needs

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    • Playfulness

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  • Trainability

    moderate

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