Chinese culture and traditions already exist.several millennia. Features of the geographical location of the country and its socio-political structure left their traces in each of the spheres of human life, including dog breeding. The possession of these animals was the lot of the nobility and the rich, and therefore any Chinese breed of dogs is peculiar and surprising, like a rare jewel. However, something common in them is visible: it is the small size of the animal, cleanliness and lack of smell of dog, as well as a holistic and original character.
The most famous representatives
The most popular Chinese dog breed isOf course, Pekingese. Small, funny-looking doggie today can be found on the streets of any city, but until the mid-18th century, it was forbidden to keep these animals for everyone except the emperor and his family members. For violating such a rule, the death penalty was threatened. And only in 1860, after the Peking Summer Palace was captured by English soldiers, Europe first saw these amazing creatures, which, according to ancient legend, are the fruit of the passionate love of a monkey and a lion. This Chinese dog breed has changed little since its inception to the present day, and this is nothing more than 2000 years old.
Lahas apso has a very interesting appearance.The history of the breed originates in the mountains of Tibet. The strength and tranquility of the mountain ranges, the land of secrets, temples and sacred knowledge, the eternal cover of snow — this is what shaped the character and character of these small, but very heart-grown dogs. They are full children of nature, the creation of which almost did not touch human hands. Existing alongside hermit monks, the Apsos themselves became somewhat similar to them. The distinctive character, strong attachment to the owner and the liveliness of the animal allow him to be an excellent friend and companion, but not a sofa decoration.
Shih Tzu is another true Chinese breed of dogwho lived in the chambers of the ruler of the country and was not allowed to be kept by mere mortals. Her puppies were awarded for the highest services to the country and the emperor. The world fully appreciated the light, sociable and loving temper of these luxurious babies after the 30s of the last century, when offspring were received from the Leidza bitch presented to the Norwegian ambassador and a pair of imported foreign producers with great difficulty.
Исключением из ряда маленьких собачек можно called the Tibetan Mastiff. This Chinese dog breed remains to this day rare and small. They are considered to be the founders of many modern working breeds. Balanced, calm, aware of their enormous strength and power, and therefore good-natured (until a certain moment), these dogs are ideal guards and full members of the family. A lively mind allows Tibetan mastiffs to grasp on the fly what they are taught, and a high level of intelligence makes it possible to assess the situation and respond to it most adequately in each particular case.
Another popular breed of dog today isChinese Crested, photos of these four-legged people will not leave anyone indifferent, and even a living dog, and even more so. The exotic look, coupled with unlimited devotion to the host, a brilliant mind and the complete absence of a specific dog smell, and sometimes wool, allowed this breed to conquer the hearts of people all over the world in a short time. However, these animals need proper maintenance and care, because the lack of hair makes them more vulnerable to disease.
And all this is only part of the heritage of amazing andancient country. Chinese dog breeds with photos, stories of their appearance or conjectures on this topic, with legends and stories about them, reviews of breeders about their pets, funny and touching stories from their lives could make up a series of books, each chapter of which would be unique and unique.
