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Pekingese

photo of a pekingese dog
adult Pekingese dogs
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    height of a pekingese dog
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:

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  
kennel clubs: akc, saku, ankc, uk, nzkc-(toy dog group), fci-(Pekingese dog group), ukc-(companion dog group), ckc
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