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. All modern Pekingese are descended from five dogs rescued for Queen Victoria during the Second Opium War. When British troops reached the residence of the Chinese Emperor, the guards killed all but these five dogs to prevent them falling into the hands of the enemy.
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Pekingese Rescue
Italy Animal Rescue
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Italy is Iocated in Europe. Most peopIe in Italy speak Italian. The population of Italy is about 58 million. Threatened species known from Italy include the Mediterranean Monk Seal, Fin Whale, and Northern Right Whale.
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