Pekingese

Breed Type: Toy

Weight: 14 lbs

Height: 6 to 9 inches

Coat type: Long and abundant hair with a thick undercoat.

Color: Pekingese are available in various colors and patterns but the most common ones are black and beige or white with other colors.

Nature: Named after Peking, the city of China now known as Beijing, Pekingese are believed to be an offspring of a lion and a monkey, according to a Chinese legend. Pekes are affectionate, noble and get along with other pets in the family but do not like strangers or may get aggressive, when disturbed while they are resting and thus, not suited for homes that have small children in the household. They are quite independent times and not easily submissive but can be trained through positive reinforcement.

Grooming: Pekingese dog needs quite a lot of grooming including often brushing its coat and applying powder and dry shampoo to it. It needs an hour of brushing once a week at least. It is advisable to trim the excessive hair around the pads of the feet.

Exercise: Pekingese dogs are most suitable for apartment lives as they do not need much exercise.