Exercising Your Pekingese

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Pekes are fairly low-energy dogs and don't necessarily need a large expanse to romp in. For this reason, they are quite suited for apartment living or for owners who prefer not to have to endure long hikes for their dogs' activity needs. But Pekingese dogs, as all dogs, still need a minimum amount of daily exercise in order to maintain physical and mental well-being.

Ideally, you should walk your Peke at a trot one or two blocks a couple of times a day. They're not greatly suited for endurance, so excessively long walks are not recommened, unless you can provide frequent breaks, as they can wear your dog down to fatigue and overburden his joints. As a rule of thumb, exercise for a Pekingese should be short and frequent.

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