Features and standard of the main types of Pekingese

Appearance

To receive this honorary title and join the elite, the Pekingese must weigh no more than three kilograms.

Other characteristics, appearance, manners, and character of these mini animals correspond to the parameters of familiar Chinese dogs.

They enjoy good health and live an average of fourteen years.

Like other representatives of this breed, they have a developed skeleton, the shape of the muzzle does not deviate from the generally accepted standard.

How to choose a puppy

The Dwarf Pekingese is a rare breed. Puppies are born infrequently, so you may have to wait for the baby. When choosing, you need to study the documents, since you can buy a mestizo or mongrel dog. You should also look at photos of the parents or see them in person. You should not buy a puppy under 8 months of age, as you may mistakenly buy a regular Pekingese.

Pros and cons of the breed

Before you decide to buy a mini Pekingese, you need to familiarize yourself with the advantages and disadvantages of the breed:

Having studied the characteristics, advantages and disadvantages of the breed, it is easier to make a choice.

Where to buy and price

It is better to buy puppies in a specialized place. Some of the popular nurseries are Palaceoutlaw and Savelina. The price for a puppy is 1,000-3,000 dollars.

Bitches need to be spayed. The fact is that dwarfism is not inherited. This size is obtained by chance. The Miniature Pekingese female cannot tolerate puppies and may die. Males are used for breeding.

The dwarf variety of Pekingese will become a special favorite, an indoor decorative dog. This is not only a cute creature, but also an excellent companion.

Character of Chinese mini dogs

She feels how best to behave, ask to play or leave the owner alone.

This little one is a good watchman; they have keen hearing, loud barking and unprecedented courage.

In this regard, the owner should not allow his pet to meet other dogs.

The baby will rush to attack at the first opportunity, and can get seriously hurt.

This dog is ideal for both older people and teenagers. But you should not buy it when there are small children in the house.

The Pekingese requires a delicate attitude towards itself. The troubles he has experienced can harm his health and significantly spoil his character.

Jealousy is a hallmark of this breed; they do not get along well with other animals in the house.

History of the breed

Pekingese were bred from an ancient Chinese breed called "Toy" and representatives of larger breeds.

The bred dogs lived exclusively in the palaces of wealthy owners. Their life could be called luxurious; the dogs even had their own servants.

These dogs were never used for service, hunting or guarding. Moreover, in temples they were worshiped like deities.

Animals were available exclusively to rulers and their entourage. The theft of Pekingese puppies was punished very strictly, and only the emperor himself could give it as a gift.

Miniature, touching dogs with a tiny muzzle have always been considered a symbol of happiness and prosperity. Their images can also be seen on the frescoes.

During the coup d'etat, when rebels burned the imperial mansions to the ground, the British military managed to rescue several dogs and take them to Europe.

In England, Pekingese dogs quickly became popular, but were considered very expensive and were often presented as a very valuable gift. Ordinary people could not afford such luxury.

At the end of the 19th century, cynologists recognized the breed and only then gave it a name. And by the middle of the 20th century, Pekingese appeared in the USSR. Initially, Pekingese could only be found in Leningrad.

Care

Pekingese, like other dogs, need regular walks in the fresh air. But, proper care is not only about timely walking.

To keep your pet healthy, you need to follow some rules.

Eyes . You need to keep your eyes clean every day. If there are no problems, then it is enough to use a cotton swab soaked in water.

If a dog has discharge from the eyes, then antibiotics should be used. You should consult your veterinarian before using any medications.

Fold on the nose . This is also a daily procedure. You need to slightly lift the skin above the fold and wipe under it with dry cotton wool.

If moisture with a pungent odor has formed in this area, it should be dried using baby powder.

Ears . Ear cleaning is carried out approximately once a week, treating the auricle with a dry swab.

Claws . Nails should be trimmed as needed. For these purposes, it is worth getting a nail clipper. In addition, you need to trim the fur growing around your fingers.

Wool . In order for a dog's coat to look great, it needs to be looked after constantly. Frequent combing and the use of special conditioners will help in this matter.

Bathing .
Mini dogs are washed once a year, not neglecting the paws and intimate areas of the body. In case of urgent need, use specially created shampoos for dry washing.

Causes of “delamination” of the Pekingese breed

Now many of you are indignant, because Pekingese really differ in size, why such a “tirade”? Let's open the breed standard and read it carefully, the title says Pekingese No. 207 and not a single mention of “dwarfs” and “kings”. Next, we pay attention to the dimensions of the breed specified by the standard - only (!) the ideal weight is specified at 5.4 kg for females and 5 kg for males. That is, a dog that meets all the requirements of the standard, but weighs 2 kg, will also be recognized as a Pekingese. The lack of instructions on the desired height and minimum weight of adult dogs was the reason for the stratification of the breed into:

• Imperial, Royal, Standard Pekingese are dogs at the ideal weight for the breed. If the standard is met, they are allowed to breed. A litter of two standard Pekingese may produce dwarf puppies.

• Sleeve, mini, dwarf, toy Pekingese - the weight of an adult dog does not exceed 3.18 kg (in England 3.17 kg, in the USA and Canada 2.72 kg). Mini-bitches are not used in breeding work, since the birth of standard puppies will lead to the death of the mother. Males actively mate with standard females to produce dwarf, and therefore more expensive, litters. Mini dogs are not allowed for exhibitions, although in the USA, England and Canada the first step towards the career of sleeve Pekingese has been taken - amateur shows are held.

Important! The characteristics of the breed of dwarf and standard dogs are no different! There are also no differences in color or coat type! The only difference is the size.

Diseases

Pekingese, like other dogs, are susceptible to certain diseases.

Typical ailments of the Pekingese include all kinds of ophthalmological problems.

These include blepharitis, ectropion, cataracts, scratches, and more serious damage to the cornea.

In this regard, extra attention is required for the eyes.

Representatives of this breed are also prone to respiratory diseases. Due to the unusual structure of the muzzle, in the cold season, Pekingese can get laryngitis, so we recommend that you wear dog clothes when walking.

The main symptom that tells the owner about the problem is snoring, shortness of breath or wheezing. This is the first sign of a cough.

Due to their short legs, Pekingese dogs often have back problems. The most common is intervertebral hernia.

If you begin to notice that the dog does not like stroking in the spine area, it begins to lie down more often, then you should seek advice from a veterinary clinic.

Features of the Royal Pekingese

Pekingese is one of the most popular dog breeds bred in China.
Even the name comes from the name of the city of Beijing, which is the historical homeland of cute decorative dogs. The Royal Pekingese is a miniature animal with exquisite habits. There are many legends that say that the Pekingese miraculously descended from lions. So, where and how was this dog breed bred?

Tricks of unscrupulous sellers

Since dwarf dogs are the rarest of their breed, their price is noticeably higher. Some breeders are trying to make money from this.

It is almost impossible to find out in advance what a puppy will be like in adulthood, so you should be more careful about such a purchase.

Responsible dog breeders will not sell such a puppy before he is eight months old. Only at this age can we be sure that we are dealing with a rare, dwarf Pekingese, and not with an underdeveloped and weakened puppy.

Description of the breed

A dog like the Dwarf Pekingese, the photo of which can be seen below, is very cute, which cannot be confused with another, and its description would be incomplete without the following distinctive features.

• The Dwarf Pekingese has a wide head, which looks quite large compared to its small body.
• The dog's forehead is wide and large, but the back of the nose, on the contrary, is recessed into the skull.
• The Pekingese's ears usually hang down and are positioned slightly forward.
• The fur of an animal of this breed is very thick and long; around the neck it forms a kind of mane, as can be seen in the photo, and the Pekingese becomes like a lion. The color can be white, black, cream, or reddish.
• An adult Royal Pekingese weighs about 3 kg, its paws are strong, despite the diminutiveness of the breed, the hind legs are slightly shorter than the front ones.
• The animal's eyes are very expressive, noticeable in the photo, round and characteristically convex. The color is usually brown.

Photo gallery

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