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About the Pekingese
The Pekingese is one of the most ancient and historically significant toy breeds, developed in the imperial palaces of China over 2,000 years ago. According to Chinese legend, the Pekingese was created when the Buddha shrunk a lion down to dog size, a story that perfectly captures the breed’s lion-like mane, fearless personality, and regal self-regard. For centuries, the Pekingese was the exclusive companion of Chinese emperors and royalty, with theft of a palace dog punishable by death.
Read our complete Pekingese guide for temperament, care tips, health information, and costs.