The Pekingese is a breed of toy dog, originating in China. The breed was favored by royalty of the Chinese Imperial court as both a lap dog and companion dog, and its name refers to the city of Peking where the Forbidden City is located.
Breed Overview
Type:
Companion DogsOrigin:
ChinaWeight:
About 7.0 to 14.0 (pounds)Length:
About 6.0 to 9.0 (inches)Life Span:
About 12.0 to 15.0 (years)Fur Color:
Black and Tan, Fawn or Red Brindle, and ParticolorFriendly:
Trainability:
Shedding Level:
