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The Pekinese dog takes its name from the capital of China, Beijing, where this breed originates. Many believe that the Pekinese are descended from the legendary Tibetan Mastiff Dogs and that millennia ago they were almost sacred to the Tang dynasty.
Nowadays, it is one of the most popular puppies, perfect for living with any type of family as it loves the comfort of home and is very affectionate with a good tutor. If you've decided to adopt a dog with these characteristics, you've made an excellent decision. For you to do it with full responsibility, the Animal Expert explains how to take care of a Pekinese!
How to walk a Pekinese
The Pekinese is a very calm dog, especially when it reaches adulthood. He loves his comfort but, like any other dog, he need to walk daily.
The daily walks fulfill important functions in relation to the care of the Pekinese dog:
- Allows you to have good hygiene habits and fulfill your needs outside each one. Do not forget that it is essential that puppies can mark their territory during the walk, something that is part of their natural behavior.
- It helps the dog to have a proper socialization, relating to other people and animals, as well as keeping in contact with environmental elements (noise, odors, substrates).
- They need to explore their environment, sniffing to receive information about other puppies, people and events in the place where they live.
- It is necessary to walk so that the dog can keep active, especially when the Pekinese dog approaches the elderly.
- Helps to wear down your nails.
Obviously, these walks must have a duration and intensity adequate to the physical capacity of this breed. When talking about big and very energetic dogs, we recommend that the walks last between 20-30 minutes. Pekinese need much less time on each tour, being 15 or 20 minutes (at most) sufficient. Several daily outings will help keep the dog active and in shape.
Don't forget to be very careful when walking in the hottest seasons. The Pekinese, due to its flat snout and long coat, is prone to easily suffer from heat stroke, so it is essential that you always bring fresh water to give during output.
the same way, have be careful when going on excursions or long walks., always carrying a transport box or bag to be able to shelter the dog if you notice that he is very tired. Its flat snout can also provoke difficulty breathing.
Pekinese food
The Pekinese dog is quite small. Yet, the ideal weight must be around the 5 kg in males and 5.4 kg in females. Don't forget that the bone structure is heavier than other breeds and that their body structure is very strong.
In order for the Pekinese to receive the nutrition they need and, at the same time, prevent them from becoming overweight in the future, just offer two meals a day with the correct and calculated portions in the case of adult puppies, as puppies need to eat more often. However, puppies must also be given an adequate amount of food.
Regarding the proportion of nutrients, like all puppies, Pekinese need a high concentration of protein, as well as moderate amounts of carbohydrates and healthy fats.
A very common option is to bet on a good quality feed, whenever the packaging is identified as a "nutritionally complete" food. This indication guarantees that your puppy will not suffer nutritional deficiencies.
However, you can also supplement your diet with homemade recipes Sometimes. If you would like to feed your dog natural foods at home, consult your veterinarian to ensure your pet receives all the essential nutrients in the correct proportion.
To avoid excess weight and even obesity, you can bet on the use of natural vegetable treats such as carrots, for example, and others low in calories that you find in the market. That way, and knowing that Pekinese isn't particularly active, you'll ensure that you don't gain weight due to the treats.
Pekinese dog hair care
The hair of the Pekinese dog is long, full and silky, forming strands around your neck. Keeping it in good condition is essential for the fur not to curl and for your pet to always have the adorable appearance so characteristic of the Pekinese.
I recommend that you brush the coat daily with gentleness, since this simple action is also perfect to strengthen the affectionate bond between the dog and the tutor. Also, it helps to keep the dog disciplined in a very pleasant way. Pay special attention to hair moulting times, which usually occur in spring and autumn.
Brushing is useful for removing dead fur, cleaning the dog (since it reduces the frequency of bathing) and easily detecting the presence of parasites, knots and lesions. It can also be helpful in getting the dog used to being touched, ensuring that visits to the vets are easier!
you must give bath in the pekinese dog every 15 or 20 days, at least, but the recommendation is a monthly bath so as not to damage the skin's natural protection. Before bathing the Pekinese at home, it is necessary to untangle their fur with a "rake" brush and wash afterwards. Don't forget to brush at the end and dry very well, as well as use specific shampoo for dogs.
If you decide to take the puppy to a dog beauty salon, you can also choose to cut its fur, which is very beneficial in hot weather. Don't forget to take care of the fur around the eyes so that it doesn't bother the pet or cause wounds.
Other care of the Pekinese dog
In addition to everything mentioned above, you can continue to take care of your Pekinese dog with all kinds of activities and games that allow mental stimulation. This makes the dog happy and does not develop behavior problems.
you can bet on intelligence games at home or teach your Pekinese basic commands. All the time you dedicate to your Pekinese helps to strengthen your bond and enrich your daily life!
