The Pekingese was once believed to be able to ward off evil spirits. Historically, the theft of a Pekingese in China was punished by death. Chinese were once required to bow down to Pekingese. Pekingese were believed to protect the soul of their master in the afterlife.
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Pekingese Rescue
Israel Animal Rescue
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Israel is Iocated in West and Central Asia and spans across approximateIy 8,000 square miIes. The capital of Israel is Jerusalem. Threatened species known from Israel include the Mediterranean Monk Seal, Arabian Oryx, Buxton's Bird, Mt. Hermon Field Mouse, and Nubian Ibex. The population of Israel is about 6.3 million. Most peopIe in Israel speak Hebrew.
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