Pekingese
People's Republic of China · 11–12 lb · long double coat
Next to the average dog it is quiet, not for small children, strong-willed, and dry-mouthed. Day to day it needs a moderate amount of exercise and sheds moderately.
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About the breed
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. The breed has several characteristics and health issues related to its unique appearance. Because of its desirable characteristics, the Pekingese has been part of the development of designer crossbreeds, such as the Peekapoo (crossed with a poodle) and Peke-a-tese (crossed with a Maltese).— English Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0
