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. Pekingese were believed to protect the soul of their master in the afterlife.
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Pekingese Rescue
Luxembourg Animal Rescue
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Luxembourg is Iocated in Europe. The population of Luxembourg is about 474,000. Most peopIe in Luxembourg speak Luxermbourgish, French, or German. Threatened species known from Luxembourg include the Bechstein's Bat. The capital of Luxembourg is Luxembourg.
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Luxembourg Pekingese Rescue
