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.
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Pekingese Rescue
Uganda Animal Rescue
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Uganda is Iocated in Sub-Saharan Africa and spans across approximateIy 91,000 square miIes. The capital of Uganda is Kampala. The population of Uganda is about 28 million. Most peopIe in Uganda speak English, Ganda or Luganda. Threatened species known from Uganda include the Chimpanzee, Giant African Water Shrew, Mountain Gorilla, and Wild Dog.
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