PEKINGESE

This ancient breed (probably a descendant of the lullu), is dated back more than 4.000 years. It was worshiped in China as a sacred animal it was attributed powers and direct intervention in the world of the gods, it was an Imperial family favorite, being it the favorite of several dynasties. During centuries, its sale was banned as well as it leaving the country, until in 1860 a few British soldiers, after the Peking raids, took it to Europe where it spread and was quickly popular.

This dog is peaceful, relaxed and very sleepy. It should be educated from young age to socialize with people outside the household to avoid unbearable visits.

PHYSICAL TRAITS of the PEKINGESE
The Pekingese is a small dog; it has a small and short body, 15 to 25 cm to the cross and weighs around 5 kg, the head has a solid skull without protuberance and a snub muzzle with a black nose. The external fur is long, straight and somewhat rough to the touch; the inner coat is dense, smooth and woolly textured. Every color is admitted, whether it is uniform or well defined spots, as long as it is not albino or liver red and its varieties.

TEMPERAMENT AND ADAPTATION of the PEKINGESE
It is an affable, proud and playful dog, but since one of its main traits is trying to be the center of every attention, it doesn’t like to play with children, who it would have to share attention with. It is loyal and grateful with the family as long as it is pampered. Despite its fussy temperament, it is not difficult to educate and adapts perfectly to the city life.

EXERCISE AND CARE required for a PEKINGESE
Aside from frequent brushing, it needs professional grooming. Its dogs should be cared for and kept well cleaned, it is prone to suffer conjunctivitis problems. As all snub muzzled dogs, creases around it should also be cleaned to prevent the skin from forming sores. It doesn’t tire from long walks, but it doesn’t need the either.