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15 Significant Facts You Didn't Know About the Pekingese

Published: Dec 24, 2018 by Alka Polischuk · This post may contain affiliate links

Did you know that Pekingese were dogs bred for centuries to be the cherished companions of the imperial family of China?

It's no secret that Pekingeses are the most intelligent and bravest companion you'll ever have. But there is more to them that you didn't know. Here are 15 significant facts you probably didn't know about Pekingese.

#1 They can be under 6 pounds
A Pekingese with a pacifier in its mouth while sitting on the carpet
#2 They’re small, but brave
A white Pekingese sitting on the couch next to a tiger stuffed toy
#3 Pekingese tend to be very stubborn and prideful
A smiling Pekingese sitting on the floor behind the food on top of the table
#4 They aren’t exactly kid-friendly
A Pekingese lying on the lap of a woman at the park
#5 Pekingese’s beautiful long coat will tell you that they shed
A Pekingese lying on the pavement at the park
#6 They think they’re the boss
A Pekingese wearing a blue dress while standing on the pavement
#7 They like to show their pretty small teeth
A Pekingese lying on the pavement
#8 Pekes are very strong-willed and require consistent training
A Pekingese wearing a sweater while sitting on the bed
#9 They’re perfect for apartments
A Pekingese wearing a hat while sitting on the couch
#10 They’re also not the kind of dog who cares whether there’s a yard or not
A happy Pekingese wearing a denim jacker while walking in the yard under the sun
#11 Pekes are stocky, but they aren’t meant to be fat
A Pekingese sitting inside the cardboard box while smiling
#12 They require a lot of grooming
A Pekingese in her cute dress and hat while standing on top of the bed
#13 They used to be rare and royal
a yawning Pekingese puppy sitting on the bed
#14 Pekingese tend to bark a lot. They also snort and sniffle because of their short face
four happy Pekingese lying on top of the couch
#15 They can’t handle the heat

A Pekingese wearing a hat

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