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The Pekingese gait is like no other in the dog world. Because the Chinese originally bred them to be companions to the Emperor and his ladies and eunuchs, they are bowlegged to discourage wandering. However, they can and will keep up with the big dogs when allowed. The bowleggedness makes their walk, run, or trot quite striking. They usually pull their tail up in an 'I don't need you' attitude as they strut. There is no sight like a pack of
Pekingese running about. It has the essence of butterflies and lions.
Pekingese weigh from 7 to 14 pounds (3-6 kg) and stand about 6-9 inches (15-23 cm) at the withers.
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