Pekingese Dog Skull Replica

$91.00

The Pekingese, often referred to as the “Lion Dog” due to its resemblance to Chinese guardian lions, is a small and charming toy breed originating from ancient China. With its distinctive mane-like fur and flat, pushed-in face, the Pekingese has a regal and dignified appearance.

Description

Pekingese Dog Skull Replica measures 4.6 inches. Pekingese Dog Skull Replica is museum quality polyurethane cast. 2-part skull (separate cranium and jaw). Made in USA. Peke is another name. Our precise skull can be used as a teaching tool, museum canine skull exhibit, home décor skull, or office décor skull.

The Pekingese dog, Pekinese or Peke is a breed of toy dog, originating in China. They were the favored pet of the Chinese Imperial court, and the name relates to the city of Beijing where the Forbidden City resides. The Peking Palasthund has several characteristics and health issues related to its unique appearance.

The Pekingese dog, Pekinese or Peke is a breed of toy dog, originating in China. The breed was favored by royalty of the Chinese Imperial court as both a lap dog and companion dog, and its name refers to the city of Peking (Beijing) where the Forbidden City is located.

Because of the Pekingese dog, Pekinese or Peke desirable characteristics, the Pekingese has been part of the development of designer crossbreeds, such as the Peekapoo (crossed with a poodle) and Peke-a-tese (crossed with a Maltese).

All breed standards allow a wide range of color combinations. The majority of  Pekingese dog, Pekinese or Peke are gold, red or sable. Cream, black, white, tan, black and tan and occasionally ‘blue’ or slate grey have appeared in the breed.

The latter often has poor pigment and light eyes. Albino Pekingese dog, Pekinese or Peke should be bred cautiously due to health problems that have been associated with albinism. Peking Palasthund sheds a lot of fur.

A black mask or a self-colored face is equally acceptable in Pekingese show dogs. Regardless of coat color, the exposed skin of the muzzle, nose, lips and eye rims is black. Pekingese dog, Pekinese or Peke require a lot of grooming.

Pekingese dog, Pekinese or Peke weigh from 7 to 14 lb. and stand about 6 to 9 inches at the withers, however they can sometimes be smaller. These smaller Pekingese are commonly referred to as “Sleeve” Pekingese or just “Sleeves”.

Pekingese Dog Facts:

Life expactancy 13.3 years
Other names:
Beijingese
Peking/Beijing Lion Dog
Lion Dog
Chinese Spaniel
Pelchie
Peking Palasthund

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Additional information

Weight 1 lbs
Dimensions 4.6 in
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