Pekingese
Puppy
Fully Grown
Confidence and alertness are just a couple of traits of this small fluffy breed. Pekingese are loyal to their owners and adore them. In return, they will demand affection, attention and cuddles, if not given enough. This can actually get a bit annoying, so you need to be prepared to give lots of cuddles every day if you get a Pekingese!
Pekingese like to be indulged and pampered by their owners. They feel happiest if they are the centre of attention at all times. If your attention is not on them, they will jump on your lap and push their heads under your arm to get a cuddle or two.
Pekingese are also known to be quite jealous dogs. They will act cold and reserved towards strangers or just ignore them completely. They simply don't like to share their owners with anybody.
This is not a breed for first time dog owners or families as they bond best with a single owner. They can be stubborn and arrogant to other dogs and prefer to be more with their human than playing with their fellow dogs.
Special care needs to be taken of the Pekingese's eyes as they stand out and are prone to infections. A breeze can easily make their eyes sore and infected.
| Weight: | 3.5-6.5 kg |
| Health risk: | Very high |
| Life expectancy: | 13-15 years |
| Coat: | Long |
| Grooming intensity: | High |
| Monthly cost (food): | Low |
| Trainability: | Medium |
| Activity level: | Low |
There are many sources to get your Pekingese from. Considering the number of homeless dogs without a future, we strongly encourage you to consider rescuing a dog. Your local shelter or rescue organisation can be a helpful place to start, or try contacting your local or national breed club or a reputable breeder and asking if they have pets available for rehoming. Many rescue organisations have active Facebook pages, which can also be a good place to enquire.
Here are some links that could be useful for finding a Pekingese to adopt:
To help your rescued Pekingese to settle into your home, our Rescue Dog Guide gives you tips and advice on bringing your rescue dog home.
If you decide you’d prefer to get your Pekingese from a breeder, the following guides will help you to find a responsible breeder:
The following organisations will be able to help you find breeders in your state in Australia. They will also be able to connect you with your local breed clubs, which are always a great source of information in regards to finding good breeders and rescue organisations.
