Pekingese Dogs & Dystocia

On Giving Birth

Pekingese females are known to occasionally have difficulty whelping, or giving birth, a condition known as dystocia. In Pekes, this is due to the over-sized head of the pups and the under-sized hindquarters of the mother. When this does happen, it is a potentially fatal situation for the mother and the pups and must be managed with the aid of a veterinarian.

Because this is relatively common with this breed, inexperienced owners of pregnant Pekingese dogs should not leave them to whelp on their own. Keep an eye on a pregnant Pekingese, and in case of complications, it is best to have an estimated due date established and emergency precautions arranged. Breeding of Pekes should be left to professionals.

Caring for your Pekingese at Home

It's certainly frustrating owning a dog and being unable to determine whether your dog is sick, how sick he or she is, and how to help. Taking your Pekingese to the vet will certainly answer your questions. But vet visits are expensive, and it can be impractical to call up the clinic about every little thing that might indicate your dog is not well.

A solution I found is one of the most popular dog ownership books offered today, and it's called Veterinary Secrets Revealed. This book was created by a veterinarian for dog owners who constantly find themselves in this position. The book has about a thousand different home remedies, many of which involve simple household items, and covers a broad range of issues, from simple things like dandruff to serious conditions like parasites and arthritis.

Here is the link again: Veterinary Secrets Revealed.

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