Adopt A Pekingese

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Lewis

Pekingese Pug

Male, 2 yrs 4 mos

Frederick, MD

Color
Brindle - with White
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids
Good with dogs
Good with cats
Spayed or Neutered
Shots are up-to-date
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Bifur

Pekingese

Male, 2 yrs

Washington, DC

Color
Brown/Chocolate
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids
Not good with dogs
Not good with cats
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Dwalin

Pekingese

Male, 3 yrs

Washington, DC

Color
Tan/Yellow/Fawn
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids
Not good with dogs
Not good with cats
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Dalilah (Dada)

Pekingese Poodle (Standard)

Female, senior

Temple Hills, MD

Color
White - with Gray or Silver
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Good with cats
Needs special attention
Needs experienced adopter
House-trained
Spayed or Neutered
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Adopting a Pekingese

Frequently asked questions about acquiring an Pekingese - the pros and cons of adopting versus going through a breeder, and associated costs.

You can adopt a Pekingese at a much lower cost than buying one from a breeder. The cost of adopting a Pekingese is around $300 in order to cover the expenses of caring for the dog before adoption. In contrast, buying Pekingese from breeders can be prohibitively expensive. Depending on their breeding, they usually cost anywhere from $800 to $3,000.

The easiest way to adopt a Pekingese would be through a rescue that specializes in Pekingeses. A great place to start is by starting a breed search on Adopt a Pet. The search will show you all the available Pekingese in your area.

Pekingese fun facts

Fun Facts:

According to Chinese lore, the Pekingese is a result of a love affair between a lion and a marmoset monkey (aka "pocket monkeys," usually around 8 inches long).

Dowager Empress Cixi set the breed standard for the Pekingese in the late 19th century, which included the need for a variety of coat colors, a dignified ruff, and hairy feet to ensure a silent gait.

The Irish Doctor Heuston changed the public health landscape of China by introducing smallpox vaccination clinics throughout the country. As a token of gratitude, the Chinese minister gifted him a pair of Pekingese.

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Pekingese Breed Guide

Before you adopt, learn everything about Pekingese types to temperament and health issues to popular Pekingese mixes in our Breed 101 Guides.