Pekingese

The Pekingese has a long, straight-flowing coat that has profuse feathering and comes in all colors. It has a broad head with large, slightly prominent eyes and drooping heart-shaped, long feathering ears. Height: 6-9 inches (30.4-45 cm.), Weight: 8-10 pounds (3.6-4.5 kg.) Any Pekingese that is under 6 pounds is called a sleeve Pekingese.dogbreedinfo.com

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Higher classification:

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Also known as:

  • Peking Palasthund,
  • Foo dog,
  • Fu dog,
  • Peke

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AKC Group:

Color:

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Temperament:

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Size:

Minimum Height Maximum Height Minimum Weight Maximum Weight
  • 30.4 cm (12 in )
  • 45 cm (18 in )
  • 3.6 kg (7.9 lb )
  • 4.5 kg (9.9 lb )

Hunting Dog:

  • No

Hypoallergenic:

  • No

Apartment Friendly:

  • Yes

Light Shedder:

  • Yes

Exercise Requirement:

Family Friendly:

Life Expectancy:

Low High
  • 12 yr.
  • 15 yr.
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