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. 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. Pekingese were believed to protect the soul of their master in the afterlife.
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North Korea Animal Rescue
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North Korea is Iocated in East Asia. Threatened species known from North Korea include the Blue Whale, Fin Whale, Northern Right Whale, Sei Whale, and Tiger. The population of North Korea is about 23 million.
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North Korea Pekingese Rescue
