Peking Lion Dog

Peking Lion Dog Skull Replica measures 4.6 inches. Peking Lion Dog Skull Replica is museum quality polyurethane cast. 2-part skull (separate cranium and jaw). Made in USA. Known as Pekingese Dog.

Our precise skull can be used as a teaching tool, museum skull exhibit, home décor skull, or office décor skull.

The Pekingese dog, Peking Lion Dog, Pekinese or Peke is a breed of toy dog, originating in China.

The Pekingese’s flat face and large eyes are some of the breed’s most obvious characteristics. The body is compact and low to the ground. Pekingese also have a muscular and durable body.

The breed’s unusual rolling gait may have been deliberately developed through selective breeding, to prevent the court dogs from wandering in ancient times.

The Pekingese or Peking Lion Dog has a brachycephalic skull, which means it is wider than it is deep and flattened in appearance. The skull of a Pekingese is moderate in size and in proportion to the rest of the body.

The Pekingese or Peking Lion Dog has a flat, pushed-in face with a prominent nose wrinkle and large, round, and lustrous eys that are wide-set.

The average Pekingese lifespan is normal for small dogs. They live around 12 to 14 years.

The Peking Lion Dog must be kept indoors, as their flattened faces and nasal structure can cause them to develop breathing problems, making it difficult for them to regulate their body temperature in hot weather.

Keeping the Pekingese coat healthy and presentable requires daily brushing and a trip to the groomer every 8 to 12 weeks. Dogs intended as a house pet may be kept in a puppy cut, which requires less maintenance than a show coat.

It is important to remove foreign materials from the eyes daily, and clean the creases on the face to prevent sores (hot spots).

It is also necessary to keep and maintain the long fur in the rear end (aka the “trousers” or “skirt”) clean and well-groomed, as the area is prone to soiling. In cold climates, the trousers may accumulate clumps of snowballs.

Due to their abundance of fur, it is important to keep the Pekingese cool. The breed is prone to have heatstroke when exposed to high temperatures.

Peking Lion Dog exercise needs are minimal. Due to their extremely short snouts, they are at a higher risk for breathing difficulties (most notably brachycephalic obstructed airway syndrome). Because of this, they are rarely capable of more than 30 minutes of exercise per day.

It is important to monitor their breathing while exercising, especially if in the heat. If the Pekingese begins wheezing, exercise should cease immediately.

After running, they should rest in a cool place until their breathing returns to normal. They must have access to plenty of water before, during, and after exercise to prevent overheating and dehydration.