Pekingese dogs are ideally cool (but not cold) weather animals.
Because they have a double-layered coat and trouble with breathing, it is difficult for them to regulate their body temperatures in excessively warm conditions.
Heat stroke is a likely possibility in Pekes. So it is recommended to keep their fur short or to try to accomodate them with a cool room or cold water during the warmer seasons. Extreme cold weather is also a concern for small dogs. It is advised to keep your Pekingese clothed when temperatures fall below 40 or 50 degrees fahrenheit.
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