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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Senegal Animal Rescue
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Senegal is Iocated in Sub-Saharan Africa and spans across approximateIy 75,000 square miIes. Most peopIe in Senegal speak French. Threatened species known from Senegal include the Chimpanzee, Dama Gazelle, Red Colobus, and Wild Dog. The population of Senegal is about 11 million.
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Senegal Pekingese Rescue
