Pekingese - Wikipedia The Pekingese (also spelled Pekinese) is a breed of toy dog, originating in China The breed was favored by royalty of the Chinese Imperial court as a companion dog, and its name refers to the city of Beijing (Peking) where the Forbidden City is located [1]
Pekingese Dog Breed Adoption Information | Petfinder Courageous and tenacious, these Chinese lion dogs can be outgoing and loving although not overly affectionate Pekingese dogs are fiercely independent and have a stubborn streak, and some can be aloof They can be playful around family members but might not be playful enough for children
Pekingese (Peke): Dog Breed Characteristics Care - The Spruce Pets The Pekingese (Peke) is a toy dog breed originally bred to live among ancient Chinese royalty Primarily known for their low body, short snout, large eyes, and obvious V-shaped facial wrinkle, this compact, stocky dog is also famous for their “lion’s mane" of long hair
Pekingese Dog Breed Information Characteristics - DogTime Pekingese were considered to be symbols of royalty and good luck, and only the wealthy and powerful were allowed to own them This breed possesses a sturdy build and a distinctive flat face, with
Pekingese Dog Breed Health and Care | PetMD Pekingese are dense little dogs that stand 6–9 inches high and weigh up to 14 pounds Most Pekingese dogs are affectionate, outgoing, and especially loyal to the ones they love most While they require moderate exercise, Pekingese are short-faced dogs (a brachycephalic breed)
Pekingese: Breed profile and information | PetsRadar Having originated among royalty in Beijing, China, when the city was named Peking, the Pekingese breed dates back some 2,000 years Considered sacred and lion-like in appearance, there may actually be some overlap with Persian cats but one thing’s for sure, this toy dog breed makes the perfect cuddle buddy