Low-shedding coat from the Poodle parent suits allergy-sensitive households
Very compact, lightweight size is ideally suited to apartment and small-home living
Devoted and affectionate companion with a strong bond to its primary owner
Long expected lifespan of 10 to 15 years with attentive care
Pekingese heritage can introduce brachycephalic airway issues requiring heat and exercise management
Very small and delicate frame makes the breed highly vulnerable to injury around young children
Bold, watchdog temperament from the Pekingese means vocal barking that needs early training management
Stubborn Pekingese streak makes training less straightforward than Poodle intelligence alone suggests