Pekingese: Breed Highlights

• Due to their short noses, Pekes snore, some quite loudly.
• The round bulging eye of the Pekingese can be damaged or "popped out" during excessively rough play; this is rare but can occur.
• Pekes have an excessive amount of wrinkling on face; this can cause problems with skin fold dermatitis, skin irritations, and infections. The folds should be kept clean and dry.
• Pekes have a tendency to gain weight if overfed.
• A Peke may go on a hunger strike just to prove a point over his owner.
• Pekingese tend to bark a lot.
• The breed can be difficult to housebreak.
• Pekingese tend to be one-person dogs.
• Because of their profuse coat and short noses, they do not tolerate heat well.
• To get a healthy dog, never buy a puppy from an irresponsible breeder, puppy mill, or pet store. Look for a reputable breeder who tests her breeding dogs to make sure they're free of genetic diseases that they might pass onto the puppies, and that they have sound temperaments.

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