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Pekingese (dog)
dog breed
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Weight
5–30 kg
Size
Medium
Lifespan
11–14 ans
Energy
Moyen
Origin
Chine
Coat
Toutes admises.
Maintenance
Moyen
Training
Moyen
The Pekingese is a small companion dog originating from China.
Profile
At a glance
Energy
Modéré
Trainability
Modéré
Maintenance
Modéré
Indicative profile — every animal is an individual.
⚡ Key facts in 30 seconds
L'essentiel
- 1Medium size (5-30 kg) — balance between presence and practicality.
- 2Life expectancy: 11 to 14 years on average, depending on hygiene and diet.
- 3Moderate energy — 30 to 60 minutes of exercise per day is sufficient.
- 4Moderate maintenance — weekly brushing is sufficient.
Chapter 1
Getting to know the Pekingese (dog)
Origins & history
A story told
The Pekingese was the preferred companion dog of the Chinese imperial court at the Forbidden City, particularly under the Qing Dynasty between 1644 and 1912. It is often depicted in the works of art of the time. The Chinese seem to have selected this dog to give it the same appearance as lion statues. The commercialization of the breed is prohibited outside the borders of China, but British officers bring it to Europe in the 19th century, exporting two pairs. A rumor circulates that a specimen of Pekingese was given to Queen Victoria who baptized it Looty, but this is a false story told in a magazine by Singapore Airlines. The Pekingese is first exhibited at an exhibition in 1864 and is registered with the British Kennel Club in 1898. It is at the end of the 19th century that it spreads to the continent, notably in France and in the German Empire.
Character
Daily temperament
Very docile, it is reputed to be intelligent. It adapts well to indoor life with its master in a house or even in an apartment.
What if you adopted your future companion?
The Pekingese (dog) of your dreams may already be waiting in a shelter. Hundreds of pekingese (dog) (and equally wonderful crossbreeds) are looking for a family in France — every adoption starts a new story.
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What human age for a pekingese (dog) ?
The calculator is already set to the breed's adult size (espérance de vie 11–14 ans). Drag the slider to see the equivalence and corresponding life stage.
10 à 22 kg — a giant dog ages significantly faster than a small dog after maturity.
Equivalent human age
29years
Adulte
Most stable period. Monthly weigh-in, annual vet visit, dental care — this determines quality of life in later years.
Method: AVMA table: 15 human years in year one, +9 in year two, then +5 per year for a moyen dog.
These equivalences are statistical benchmarks drawn from published veterinary tables. Every animal ages at its own pace, depending on genetics, diet and care. This calculator is neither a diagnosis nor veterinary advice.
Alert
To avoid for dog
Our database lists toxic ingredients and problematic additives by species.
- low-fat cocoa powderModerate
- maltitolModerate
- cocoa pasteModerate
- onion piecesModerate
Calculator · daily ration
How much to give a pekingese (dog) ?
Estimate based on the veterinary formula RER × DER, adjusted for dog. Adjust according to package recommendations.
Result
221 g
per day · 839 kcal
111 g / repas (2 par jour)
Calculation for food of 380 kcal/100g.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Pekingese (dog)
Is a Pekingese (dog) suitable for apartment living?+
How much exercise per day for a Pekingese (dog)?+
What is the life expectancy of a Pekingese (dog)?+
Is a Pekingese (dog) good with children?+
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Sources & official links
Supplementary documentation on reference sites — breed clubs, encyclopedias, veterinarians.
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