• Size

Representatives of both genders of the Pekingese breed reach around 18-25 centimeters in height. As for other physical data, their length ranges from 30-43 centimeters.

• Weight

Individual cases of Pekingese weight vary according to genetics, diet, and health conditions. However, as usual, adult representatives of the breed weigh up to 3-6 kilograms.

• Lifespan

The lifespan of a Pekingese ranges from 12 to 15 years and is equivalent to about 64-76 years of a human life. However, remember, these figures are only conditional, and the life expectancy of your important family members depends on their healthy lifestyle and harmonious living environment.

• Fur

The long, fluffy coat of the Pekingese requires regular grooming. At best, these important members of the family should be brushed daily with a soft comb. This will significantly reduce the intensity of fur loss. To save the time and energy associated with grooming, owners often prefer to keep the Pekingese’s coat short.

If you lead a less active lifestyle and are looking for a loving companion that doesn’t require daily exercise, then the Pekingese is the best choice for you. The primary appeal of these important family members is only an enjoyable and relaxed life. 

Pekingese are intelligent and never hesitate to express their feelings towards their companions. Fortunately, this attitude of theirs extends to other companion animals as well. Furthermore, Pekingese rarely refuse to play with children, however, only under one condition – they aren’t allowed to be treated rudely. 

Although the Pekingese is quite active at home, it doesn’t necessarily require long-term physical exertion – a short walk is an ideal activity. Nevertheless, if you are going to adopt a Pekingese, you should know that teaching them good manners requires a lot of patience and creativity. Remember, in this process, the primary thing to consider is encouragement – be gentle, but at the same time firm, and praise them as soon as they follow the instructions.

Brachycephaly 

Like Boxers, Bulldogs, and Pugs, the Pekingese is brachycephalic, meaning it has a short nose and narrow nostrils. That is why these important members of the family are prone to breathing problems and snoring as the temperature rises. Their breathing problem worsens with weight gain. Therefore, eating healthy food and monitoring weight are of particular importance for preventing the problem.

Due to the brachycephalic structure of the skull, it is especially dangerous to leave a Pekingese indoors for a long time. High air temperature and direct sunlight cause a large amount of mucus to accumulate in the nasal cavity of our companion animals and cause difficulty in breathing.

Skin Infection

Infection can be caused by drying of the skin, contamination of the coat, and weakening of immunity. Maintaining hygiene, ensuring a clean living environment, food rich in useful substances and a healthy lifestyle will help prevent skin infections.

Kneecap Dislocation 

To avoid the discomfort caused by kneecap dislocation, it is crucial for companion animals to exercise regularly and maintain a healthy weight. A balanced intake of high-quality protein, calcium, and phosphorus will help your important family members develop muscles properly. 

Corrective surgery may be necessary to fix severe cases of kneecap dislocation. However, regular veterinary check-ups will detect early signs of the problem and provide you with the opportunity to take appropriate measures at an early stage of the disease’s development.

Entropion 

Entropion causes the eyelid to invert and the eyelashes to close to the surface of the eye. This may cause damage to the eyeball and the formation of an ulcer. Entropion causes tearing and flushing in animals as well as humans. To alleviate the condition, veterinarians often use artificial tears and moisturizing ointments.

Dry Eye Syndrome 

Insufficient intake of water can cause dry eyes. Difficulty producing tears leads to eye irritation and vision problems. The climate is often seen as a provoking circumstance for eye problems. For instance, if you plan to spend the summer with your furry friend at the seaside, it’s advisable to take extra care and keep your companion animal out of the heat as much as possible.

Pay particular attention to early symptoms of eye disease, such as redness and tearing. It’s advisable to visit a veterinarian as soon as these symptoms appear. As a competent parent, keep in mind that daily eye care and regular cleaning of the eyes with hygiene products specially designed for dogs are essential for the prevention of diseases.

Ideally, a Pekingese should be fed high-quality dog ​​food. Nevertheless, since companion animals have different nutritional needs at different stages of development, special attention should be paid to choosing the right food for them. For instance, during puppyhood, these important family members should be treated with food specially formulated for puppies. 

To maintain a healthy weight and prevent obesity, it’s recommended to feed adult dogs twice a day with an interval of 10-12 hours. However, the feeding schedule depends on the age, weight, activity, and health of your Pekingese on a case-by-case basis. 

Before contacting a nutritionist and drawing up a schedule according to the needs of your companion animal, we recommend that you read the information on the food packaging and based on this, decide when and how much food you will treat your important family member. 

Remember, like other dogs, Pekingese are prone to becoming overweight, so try to never leave too much food in their bowl. Don’t forget about companion animal-dangerous foods like chocolate, grapes, onions, garlic, and avocados. Even small amounts of them can be toxic to important family members.

The Pekingese breed appeared in the world about 2000 years ago. During this period, China became a Buddhist country, although the main symbol of Buddhism, the lion, which, according to legend, was tamed by the Buddha and turned into a faithful servant, didn’t exist in China. Therefore, to fill this gap, Buddhist monks created their miniature Pekingese lions through selective breeding. Only the emperor had the right to have these important family members. Anyone who decided to steal them was punished with death.

In 1860, Britain, involved in the Opium Wars, invaded Beijing and ransacked the Imperial Palace. The soldiers found five Pekingese in the room of the emperor’s aunt and decided to take them to Queen Victoria. These companion animals captured the Queen’s heart upon their arrival in Britain and soon became everyone’s favorite companion animals.