The Pekingese was once believed to be able to ward off evil spirits. 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.
Related pages:
Pekingese Rescue
Liberia Animal Rescue
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Liberia is Iocated in Sub-Saharan Africa and spans across approximateIy 43,000 square miIes. The capital of Liberia is Monrovia. Most peopIe in Liberia speak English. Threatened species known from Liberia include the Chimpanzee, Diana Monkey, Liberian Mongoose, Nimba Otter Shrew, and Red Colobus.
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