Foxingese

The Pekingese is a compact toy breed with a distinctive stocky, muscular build that belies its small stature. Standing six to nine inches tall and weighing up to fourteen pounds, this breed possesses a surprisingly heavy feel when lifted. The body is pear-shaped with a wide chest, short bowed forelegs, thick short neck, and a broad ribcage that tapers to a narrow waist and loin. The head is large and rectangular with a flat skull, and the face features a characteristic flat profile with the nose positioned well up between large, round, dark eyes. The lower jaw is slightly undershot, though neither teeth nor tongue should be visible. The breed moves with a distinctive rolling or swagger gait that adds to its regal bearing. The Pekingese possesses a magnificent long double coat that serves as the breed's crowning glory. The outer coat is rather coarse and straight, while the undercoat is soft and dense, creating a profuse appearance throughout. A distinctive lion-like mane forms a ruff or frill around the neck and extends beyond the shoulder blades, giving the breed its characteristic regal appearance. Feathering appears prominently on the thighs, legs, tail, ears, and toes, with the feathering on the front feet being another distinctive breed feature. All coat colors and markings are equally acceptable, including black, black and tan, cream, fawn, gray, red, sable, brindle, and white. Both black masks and self-colored faces are considered equally desirable. The tail is set high and lies tightly over the back to either side, adding to the breed's compact silhouette. The ears are heart-shaped and lie flat against the head, framing the distinctive flat face. Despite requiring minimal trimming except between the foot pads, the coat demands consistent brushing one to two times weekly to prevent matting and maintain its luxurious appearance. The overall impression should be of a well-balanced, compact dog with a dignified bearing befitting its imperial Chinese heritage.

The Fox Terrier is a small to medium-sized breed with a compact, athletic build designed for agility and stamina. Standing approximately fourteen to fifteen and a half inches tall at the shoulder and weighing between fifteen and nineteen pounds, the breed presents a well-balanced, muscular appearance without appearing coarse or unwieldy. The body is short-backed with a deep chest that provides ample lung capacity for the breed's original hunting work. The legs are straight and strong, set moderately wide apart, providing a solid foundation for quick movement and sudden direction changes. The overall impression is of a nimble, swift dog capable of considerable speed and endurance. The Fox Terrier exists in two coat varieties: Smooth and Wire. The Smooth Fox Terrier possesses a short, dense, flat coat that lies close to the body and provides protection from the elements. The Wire Fox Terrier features a dense, wiry double coat with a slightly wavy outer layer that should never appear curly. The Wire variety requires regular hand-stripping to maintain proper coat texture, while the Smooth variety needs only regular brushing to manage moderate shedding. Both varieties share the same body structure and temperament, differing primarily in their coat characteristics. The predominant coat color for both varieties is white, with markings of black, tan, or black and tan distributed across the body. The head is distinctively shaped, appearing V-shaped or wedge-like when viewed from above, with a flat, moderately narrow skull and minimal stop. The muzzle gradually tapers from eye to nose, creating a chiseled appearance. The eyes are small, dark, and oval-shaped, conveying an expression of intelligence and alertness. The ears are small and V-shaped, folding forward close to the cheeks and dropping toward the temples. The tail is traditionally docked and carried erect, adding to the breed's alert, spirited appearance. The overall expression is keen and eager, reflecting the breed's lively, inquisitive nature.