A sturdy, yet fluffy toy breed with a long coat and a flat face. They have a lifespan of 12-15 years with an average weight of 3kg to 6kg. Known as the royal lap dog, Pekingese are loyal, affectionate and fairly easy to care for. They make the perfect lap dog and do well in family homes.
| Breed | Pekingese |
|---|---|
| Life Expectancy | 12 – 15 Years |
| Size | Toy |
| Origin | China |
| Shedding | Low |
| Energy | 3 |
| Attention | 5 |
| Training | 3 |
| Barking | 3 |
| Mental | 3 |
| Drooling | 1 |
| Body | Despite a Pekingese's small body, they are quite sturdy. They've got long bodies yet short legs and a flat face and muzzle. Their ears are hung beside the head and the tail curls over. They have a long fluffy double coat withs lots of feathering on the ears, tail and legs. |
| Coat | Pekingese have a long and fluffy double coat which can be styled short. Thy come in a variety of different colours from gold, to black, to blue gray with many different shadings and markings. If kept long it requires daily brushing and frequent baths to keep from matting. If kept short, bi-weekly brushing would be sufficient with monthly bathing. Nails need to be clipped regularly and teeth and ears need to be clean often as well. |
| diet | Pekingese require a high-quality kibble specifically designed for small breeds which should make up most of their diet. The kibble can be supplemented with fresh fruits, vegetables and additional dietary supplements. High quality wet food can be given once a week. |
| exercise | Pekingese don't need a lot of exercise and often don't enjoy doing exercise. A daily walk or play time in the yard will be more than enough for this little breed. Some Pekingese do enjoy exercise more than others. |
| health | Although an overall healthy breed, Pekingese can be prone to certain health issues such as breathing issues, eye diseases and skin allergies. Regular vet check-ups, a proper high-quality diet, adequate exercise and lots of love will help prevent health issues and aid in a long and happy life for you Pekingese. |
| environment | Pekingese don't need much space, especially since their favourite place to be is in their owner’s lap! This makes them perfect for an apartment or small home. They love loads of toys and lots of cozy places to sleep. They also do better in colder weather as they can easily get overheated. |
| maintenance | Pekingese are considered low maintenance as they are easy to care for, require minimal exercise and little food. They do however have a "high-maintenance" coat that require a lot of grooming and even more attention. |
| personality | Loving, affectionate and bubbly, these little guys have a personality of note! They are loyal, very protective and a little rebellious. They seem to be aware of their royal history with their dignity and aloofness, although they can be quite silly sometimes. They crave attention and are happiest when being a lap dog. |
| Family Life | Loyal to their humans, Pekingese make great family dogs and are very protective. They often get along very well with other animals, although they can be skeptical at first. They are relatively good with kids but tend to not always be playful enough for them. They make for the perfect royal lap dog. |
| Fun Facts | – For a very long time only the wealthiest of people could afford a Pekingese.<br /> |
| Breed History | Originating from China, the Pekingese is one of the world’s oldest dog breeds easily dating back to A.D. 700. Due to being such an ancient breed, the true beginning of the breed is unknown, although many myths suggests that the Pekingese was created by Buddha who had shrunk down a lion to the size of a dog. We do know that Chinese Imperial court were smitten with the breed and dedicated themselves to the breeding of these little lion dogs. Lions and subsequently lion dogs were symbols of Buddha and were held in very very high regard, they were considered royalty, so stealing on of these dogs were punishable by death. That however didn't stop the British. During the Second Opium Wars in 1860, the British troops invaded the emperors palace in Peking, Beijing with the intention of looting and burning it down, instead they found 5 of the emperors aunt's Pekingese, which they took back to England as a gift to Queen Victoria. Breeding of these dogs began shortly after and by the 1890's they had arrived in America. They shot up in popularity after headlines were made that a Pekingese were one of 3 dogs to survive the sinking of the Titanic! To this day Pekingese are still incredibly poplar little lap dogs. |
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