Training is not an easy task with the Pekingese. They are stubborn and willful and do not do well adhering to authority. Basic obedience should be taught at an early age. Puppy classes are highly recommended for this breed. They respond much better to praise than they do to being bossed. This breed is not a breed that will do well in agility. They are strictly a conformation breed. Softly strolling around a ring is a much better way for them to display their royal self’s. Jumping through hoops or running relays, is far beneath their dignity. They prefer to be spectators rather than participants of such physical activity. Housebreaking must be consistent with this breed. They are stubborn and must be kept to the task at hand. Crate training is the preferred method. If you choose not to use the crate training method, then puppy pads and a training aid should be started at an early age. Consistency and praise are the best method of training the Pekingese. They respond well to a soothing voice and calm demeanor. Harsh methods will not work with this breed.
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Pekingese Dog Breed Synopsis
The Pekingese is a small, heavily boned, toy breed of dog which is broad in the chest, heavy in front, with narrowing through the body to the back of the hips. The legs are short and bowed. The Pekingese, or “Peke” as some prefer to call them, has a broad head. The space between the ears should be flat and not domed shaped. The eyes are large, round and wide set. The muzzle is flat and wrinkled. The wrinkle should extend over the bridge of the nose, from one cheek to the other. The nose should always be black, flat, and broad. The lower jaw is broad and undershot. The lips are black and should come together evenly. Neither the tongue nor the teeth should show when the mouth is closed. Pekingese is a heavily coated breed. The hair around the neck is thick and full or frilled. The ears are long and heart shaped. They should be feathered. The tail of the Pekingese is long and carried up over its back. The tail is also heavily feathered as well as the feet and elbows. The pekes massive front and tapering hindquarters, earned him the name “Lion Dog”. They have a distinct rolling gait, and never seem to be in a hurry to reach their destination.
AM CH Aramis L’Etoile Filante
Out of Canadian CH Peh Kai Dancing With The Stars and Quadra’s Precious, Aramis was born in Quebec on October 25 2010. He is a brave little dog who is very friendly and gets along easily with our other peke. He is a very affectionate and cuddly little guy.Pekingese are independent and wary of strangers but Aramis adjusted to us quickly. He is playful and yet a calm dog. He is not a barker but will let me know if he wants to go out . He stays in a crate without saying a word as long as he knows that we are nearby. In the house he follows me around, making sure he has his place near us and loves to have his big hug once in a while.
