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Pekingese Breed Profile
The Pekingese is of the AKC Toy Group and is an alert, sturdy, low-set, feisty small dog. The Pekingese has a combination of regal dignity, self-importance, and stubbornness. Its lionlike image implies courage, boldness, and self-esteem rather than prettiness, daintiness, or delicacy making for a good natured, lively and affectionate companion to those who earn its respect. They adapt easily to different living conditions and make great pets for adults and the elderly.
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Grooming: The Pekingese
needs daily brushings to prevent matting.
Social Skills: This little dog
gets along fine with other dogs and household pets. Should be
socialized early as they are typically, not friendly to cats and may be
dominant to other dogs.
Personality: Very devoted,
playful, and affectionate. Possesses "big dog in a little body"
attitude. Wary of strangers, they may yap to warn their owner, making
them good watchdogs.
Children: Very good with older,
respectful children. Best with adults.
Housing: Very adaptable to
different living conditions. Ideal pets for adults and the elderly.
Exercise: Low. Neighborhood
walks are fine. Loves to romp in the yard or down a hallway.
Training: Intelligent. Trains
easily with firmness.
Health: Prone to disc problems,
dry eye, and skin problems. Does not tolerate heat well due to it's
short muzzle. More information on Pekingese
inherited health disorders.
History: The The Pekingese,
often known as "Peke" was considered an "imperial" sacred dog dating
back to 2000 B.C. They were worshipped in China's temples. It was
custom for the Emperor to have four Pekes as his bodyguards. Any theft
or harm brought to one of these dogs was considered a crime punishable
by death. The first Pekingese was brought to America in 1898 and
admitted to the AKC registry in 1906.
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