Wire Foxingese

The Pekingese is a compact toy breed that presents a surprisingly sturdy and muscular frame beneath its luxurious coat. Despite their small size, Pekingese feel remarkably heavy when picked up, a characteristic that reflects their solid, well-boned structure. They stand between 6 and 9 inches at the shoulder and weigh between 7 and 14 pounds, with weights exceeding 14 pounds disqualifying them from the show ring. In imperial China, the smallest Pekingese weighing under six pounds were called sleeve dogs because they could ride in the voluminous sleeves of royal robes. The body is pear-shaped with a broad chest and narrow waist, slightly longer than tall when viewed in profile. The Pekingese head is massive in proportion to the body, featuring a broad, flat skull and a wide-set face that creates a distinctive rectangular, envelope-shaped appearance when viewed from the front. The face is flat in profile, with the chin, nose, and brow all lying on one plane. Large, round, lustrous eyes are set wide apart and convey a bold, confident expression. A characteristic V-shaped wrinkle extends across the bridge of the nose from cheek to cheek, separating the upper and lower facial areas. The short, broad nose is black with wide, open nostrils, and the heart-shaped ears lie flat against the head. The distinctive rolling gait, sometimes described as a swagger, adds to their dignified appearance. The crowning glory of the Pekingese is its profuse double coat, which forms a thick, lion-like mane around the neck and shoulders. The outer coat is long, straight, and coarse in texture, while the undercoat is soft and dense. Long feathering adorns the backs of the thighs, legs, toes, ears, and tail. The tail is set high and lies over the back to either side, richly plumed. All colors and markings are acceptable in the breed, including red, fawn, black, white, sable, cream, and various combinations. A black mask or self-colored face is equally permissible. The exposed skin of the muzzle, nose, lips, and eye rims should be black regardless of coat color.

The Wire Fox Terrier is a small to medium-sized dog that presents a sturdy, balanced, and athletic appearance. Males typically stand around 15 inches at the shoulder and weigh between 17 and 19 pounds, while females are slightly smaller at 14 inches and 15 to 17 pounds. The breed possesses a square-looking head that is flat on top with a moderately narrow skull that tapers slightly toward the eyes. Their dark, round eyes are set deep and express an alert, intelligent, and sometimes fiery demeanor. The small V-shaped ears fold forward close to the cheeks, adding to their keen expression. The most distinctive feature of the Wire Fox Terrier is its dense, wiry double coat. The outer coat is harsh and crinkly in texture, standing off the body and providing protection from rough terrain and harsh weather. Beneath this is a softer, shorter undercoat. The coat is predominantly white with black or tan markings, often featuring a black saddle pattern on the back. The facial furnishings include a distinctive beard and bushy eyebrows that give the breed its characteristically scruffy appearance. Coat length averages three-quarters to one inch on the shoulders and neck, lengthening to about one and a half inches on the withers, back, ribs, and hindquarters. The body structure reflects the breed's working heritage as a fox hunting companion. The chest is deep but not overly broad, with moderately arched front ribs that taper toward the loin. The back is short and level, with strong, muscular hindquarters that provide power and agility. The legs are straight and well-boned, with compact, round feet featuring well-arched toes. The tail is traditionally docked and carried high, though never curled over the back. Their movement is characterized by good reach and drive, with a confident, ground-covering stride that demonstrates their athletic capabilities.