Articles — Pekingese

  Pekingese Quick Facts: AKC recognized in 1906 Lifespan: 12 – 14 years Size: Small Energy: Low Recommended Crate Size: 30” dog crate* Return to main Dog Crate Size Breed Chart. The Pekingese is an ancient dog breed, which DNA evidence confirms is as one of the oldest in the world. This dog breed is believed to have originated from China around 2,000 years ago. The dog's name was borrowed from the China capital town at the time, Peking (now Beijing). The 'Peke' was believed to be a companion for princes, nobles, and imperial family members. In 1980, the Pekingese...