One of the most well-known little dog breeds around the world is the China-hailed Pekingese. This miniature breed of dog is believed to be one of the ancient breeds and that it was developed from Asian Fox breeds. Its name was derived from the capital city of China which is Peking, now Beijing, and the Chinese people have a high regard for this dog.
The Chinese regarded this breed as a Foo Dog or a Lion Dog, which was believed to cast away evil spirits. The Imperial Household favored this breed as an Imperial pet and has been the favorite of royals for centuries. The people of ancient China, in fact, bow before this breed and they consider it as a very respectable pet.
Aside from its small size, some distinct characteristics of the Pekingese are its flat face, compact and low to the ground body and bow legs. The bow legs of the Pekingese are said to have been intentionally developed so that it wouldn't wander far from the palace. Additionally, this little dog has a dense hair covering its ears, tail and legs.
This breed has a double coat that requires regular grooming such as daily coat brushing or combing. Most of the Pekingese come out in colors of red, sable and gold. There are litters, however, that appear in colors of black, white, cream, tan, and light gold; and these are perfectly acceptable.
Some litters may also come out in colors of blue and slate grey. The nose, snout, lips and eye rims of the Pekingese are exposed and are all colored in black. The Pekingese also gives out a rolling gait and this is caused by its bow legs.
Normally, a Pekingese can weigh from 7 to 14 pounds and stand from 6 to 9 inches. A Pekingese, however, that is lighter than 7 pounds is considered as a Sleeve Pekingese of simply Sleeve. This type is the smallest of the Pekingese family and was very popular across China during the ancient years.
The term Sleeve, meaning the smallest Pekingese, was derived from the fact that this type of Pekingese was often carried under the wide sleeves of the Chinese royalty's robe. During the Second Opium War in China, the Pekingese were persecuted by the Chinese according to the orders of the royals so that Westerners can never have them. Fortunately, there were five Pekingese that survived during this plight and these dogs were given to some of Britain's royalties as gifts.
According to the American Kennel Club, the temperament of the Pekingese can be described as a combination of regal dignity, intelligence and self-importance make for a good natured, opinionated and affectionate companion to those who have earned its respect. This breed is very independent and brave and may be difficult to housebreak at times. It is a very sensitive and affectionate dog, however, and makes an extremely good watchdog.
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