Pekingese
adult Pekingese dogs
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group: toy |
height: 6-9"
/ 15.24-22.86 cm |
types: |
weight: 4.5-17.5
lbs /
2.04-7.93 kg |
colors: |
red,
fawn, black, black and tan, sable, brindle, white. albino,
liver (not preferred) |
physical traits: |
small. long, profuse hair,
slow moving, muscular |
hair type: |
long, straight, profuse,
abundant, coarse outercoat, soft undercoat |
personality/
temperament: |
independent, aloof, self-confident,
bold, courageous, lively, affectionate, self-important, regal,
good tempered, intelligent, brave, dignified, calm, haughty,
stubborn, likes to be the center of attention |
maintenance/
special needs:
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high, brush frequently
to prevent matting, requires patience to train, susceptible
to eye problems, respiratory ailments and colds, protect
from overheating |
nickname: |
'Peke' , 'Little Lion
Dog', Peking Palasthund |
origination: |
China |
bred for: |
companionship, royalty |
identifying traits: |
long flowing mane |
ideal for: |
companionship, family,
apartments, city or country life, other pets |
good with kids? |
yes |
life expectancy: |
12-13 yrs |
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kennel clubs: |
akc,
saku, ankc, uk, nzkc-(toy dog group), fci-(Pekingese dog
group), ukc-(companion dog group), ckc |
rescues: |
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