• Fact 2 - Description and Definition of Pekingese: An ancient Chinese breed of small short-legged Toy dogs with a long silky coat and broad flat muzzle.
  • Peking was the former name of Beijing, China
  • They are considered suitable as a family pet  
• Fact 3 - Size: The weight of Pekingese range from 8 - 14 pounds
• Fact 4 - Size: The height ranges from 6 - 9 inches, up to the shoulder
• Fact 5 - Alternative Names of Pekingese and Nicknames: Pekes. The Lion Dog (has the look of the face of a lion) and the Peking Palasthund
  • The Lion Dog (Pekingese) is linked to the Lamaist form of Buddhism in China - the lion was a sacred symbol of Buddha
• Fact 6 - Coat and colors of Pekingese: The coat is normally straight, long and coarse and comes in a range of colors
• Fact 7 - Life of Pekingese: the life expectancy of this breed of dog is between 13 - 15 years
• Fact 8 - The names of dog breeds are separated into different dog types which are referred to as Dog Groups. The name of the dog group for Pekingese is the Toy dog breed
• Fact 9 - After the first year of life, dogs are considered to be adults - they equivalent to 16 human years!
• Fact 10 - Choosing Pekingese as pets! The following considerations should be taken into account when choosing this particular breed of dog as a pet:
  • How much it will cost to feed and train the dog?
  • How much time will it take to groom the dog?
  • How much time will it take to exercise the dog on a daily basis?
  • Are Pekingese suitable for children?
  • How much will it cost for vet bills, pet or dog health insurance, medication and vaccinations?
• Fact 11 - Every breed of dog is susceptible to certain health problems and illnesses. Pekingese are prone to health problems and illnesses such as:
  • - Skin problems
  • - Patellar Luxation ( The kneecap luxates, or pops out of place )
• Fact 12 - Pekingese were known as 'sleeve dogs' because they were often seen clinging to the sleeves of their masters
• Fact 13 - Breeding Pekingese for appearance was only introduced in the 19th Century
• Fact 14 - It is estimated that 85% of dogs visit a vet in a year
• Fact 15 - The average cost of owning a medium sized dog, over a 10 year period, is estimated as over $13,000! This provides a good idea of how much it costs to raise Pekingese

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