From Country Life In America (December 1916):
Ch. Chu Jen of Toddington. Exhibited at New York in 1916.
Both of these dogs clearly resemble Pekingese, but they lack many of the extreme features that we associate with this breed today.
No one said that Pekes should resemble pariah dogs.
They just need to get closer to normal and healthy within their peculiar conformation.
To return to dogs of this type would be a major step forward in terms of health and welfare.
And yes, one can still find Pekes like these dogs. Just not in the show ring.
Dogs in gas masks:
http://www.howtobearetronaut.com/2011/05/dogs-in-gas-masks-2/
I’d like to know how long it took the dogs to learn how to follow commands while wearing them. Lots of dogs work fine until you put a harness on them.
The top one is super cute. =)
Much more practical coat on that dog.