The Pekingese was once believed to be able to ward off evil spirits. 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
Togo Animal Rescue
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Togo is Iocated in Sub-Saharan Africa. Threatened species known from Togo include the Chimpanzee, Diana Monkey, Red-bellied Monkey, and Wild Dog. The population of Togo is about 5.5 million. Most peopIe in Togo speak French. The capital of Togo is Lom�.
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