Pekingese Tail Carriage
Pekingese Tail Carriage: Tribute to Nigel Aubrey-Jones’ devotion, exploring breed character through tail indicators.
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The Pekingese is a well-balanced, compact dog of Chinese origin with a heavy front and lighter hindquarters. Its temperament is one of directness, independence and individuality. Its image is lionlike, implying courage, dignity, boldness and self-esteem rather than daintiness or delicacy. It was one of several breeds created for the ruling classes of ancient China. These are sophisticated dogs of undying loyalty and many subtle delights.
Pekingese Tail Carriage: Tribute to Nigel Aubrey-Jones’ devotion, exploring breed character through tail indicators.
Interview with a Breeder/Owner Handler Susan Speranza. Learn valuable advice for those considering breeding.
Patti Pytlak is the breeder behind Hyacinth Pekingese. Read about the kennel’s beginnings, the sires, the dams, the puppies, and much more!
Examining Pekingese on the table is similar to the examination of other breeds. Judges should “Examine on the table and judge on the ground.”
Interview with a purebred Pekingese breeder Susan Farrer-Shephard of Deja vu Pekingese Kennels, by Allan Reznik.
It is not acceptable to open the mouth on a Pekingese, unless the judge has an issue with the thumb examination.
The Pekingese Club of Texas hosted the Pekingese Club of America’s National Specialty on July 6th & 7th in Dallas, Texas.
Interview with Toy Group Breeders Timothy Reese & Randy Winters – Our kennel name is Dunkirk. We currently have three Pekingese and nine
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