Pekingese
Small dog breeds
Origin: | China |
Size Type: | Small dog breeds |
Height: | 9 inches (23 cm) |
Weight: | 5 kg |
Form of ear: | Heart ear |
Form of a tail: | Half-moon shaped tail blade |
Life span: | 13 years |
Japanese Site: | Pekingese |
Overview
Pekingese from rich coat golden, was called the Lion Dog, has been known as a sacred dog be removed from the premises in China royal family from BC. I've been to important enough to tell the people of royal family, and was loved to put on the sleeve this dog. The Pekingese, from the appearance of its features, many names were attached. From abundant mane and physique was athletic, and, or is referred to as the Lion Dog, this little dog I had been placed on the inside of the sleeve of the owner at all times, it was called sleeve dog. There is dignity, such as the diminutive king. Was certified with the American Kennel Club that of 1909. One of the pet dog the most popular, and has been popular all over the world now.
Characteristics
Wide range of body, forelimb like leaning short. The head is large widely, both ears of the heart-shaped moon away, tufts of hair ear has reached to the bottom of the snout. Nose is short, dark eye of big round. Wrinkles relies short snout. Tail is located high, I'm carrying towards the back. Court is long and straight, I have a thick hair under. There is a hair ornament neck, limbs, tail, finger to toe. Court of neck is particularly abundant, there is a mane like a lion.
Temperament
Appearance is lovely, but the spirit of independence is strong and has a strong will, claiming his own way. The attempt to monopolize the owner, possessiveness of territory also strong. You are cold-heartedness for others.
Color
May black, red, phone, black and tan, sable, white, brindle, and party color, any color.
How to Care & How to Train
3-4 times a week must be at least brushing. Do frequently shampoo so damage the coat which they should avoid is good. Eye care every day, I use eye ointment sometimes.
Exercise
Is enough degree to make move around freely in the room, but young dogs also incorporate exercise outdoors.
Disease to be careful
Skin disease, cleft palate, elbow dislocation, hydrocephalus, keratoconjunctivitis sicca, entropion disease, cataract, pan-progressive retinal atrophy, atlantoaxial subluxation, tracheal hypoplasia, nasal stenosis, excessively long soft palate, nasal stenosis, sicca conjunctivitis, patella dislocation, double eyelashes, trichiasis, skin disease
Disease that can be seen occasionally
Urolithiasis
Inspection want to
Knee joint inspection, ophthalmic examination