Pekingese

🐕 Pekingese Collection – The Sacred Lion Dog of the Chinese Imperial Court

The Pekingese is one of the oldest and most historically significant dog breeds in the world, with a documented history in China stretching back over 2,000 years. The breed was developed exclusively within the walls of the Imperial Palace in Beijing — then known as Peking — and was considered so sacred that only members of the Chinese Imperial family were permitted to own one. Commoners who encountered an Imperial Pekingese were required to bow in its presence, and theft of a Pekingese was punishable by death. The breed's lion-like appearance was deliberately cultivated to reflect the sacred Buddhist lion, and the dogs were known in the Imperial court as "Fu Dogs" or "Lion Dogs." The Pekingese remained entirely unknown to the Western world until 1860, when British and French forces looted the Imperial Summer Palace during the Second Opium War and discovered five Pekingese dogs — the only survivors, as the Imperial attendants had killed the rest rather than allow them to fall into foreign hands. One of the five was presented to Queen Victoria, who named her "Looty." The breed was recognized by the AKC in 1906. Despite its small size, the Pekingese carries itself with the unhurried dignity and self-possession of a breed that spent centuries being worshipped. Our collection celebrates this ancient imperial breed with original artwork across 1,000+ USA-made home décor and gift products.

Why Customers Choose Our Pekingese Collection

• Original artwork capturing the Pekingese's lion-like mane, flat face, and regal, dignified expression
• Proudly printed and made in the USA with commercial-grade, durable materials
• Garden flags are 11¼" × 15½", double-sided, 2-ply construction — built for everyday outdoor display
• 1,000+ products across garden flags, house flags, doormats, kitchen towels, can huggers, ornaments, night lights, and more
• Perfect gifts for Pekingese owners, breeders, and Chinese toy breed enthusiasts
• Functional everyday items built for regular use in home, kitchen, and garden

Perfect For

• Pekingese owners and ancient Chinese imperial breed enthusiasts
• Dog lovers who appreciate dignified, independent, and historically significant companion breeds
• Chinese history, Imperial court culture, and Buddhist art enthusiasts
• Gift buyers seeking breed-specific items for holidays, birthdays, and special occasions

Browse our Pekingese collection below to find quality, USA-made décor that celebrates this sacred lion dog of the Chinese Imperial court. Every piece ships from our studio in Mobile, Alabama.