Pekingese

This breed can been seen in Chinese art dating back to the 8th century when the Tang dynasty placed the dog under sacred names. The breed was so highly regarded that if one was stolen the penalty was death. This lion-like dog weighs 8 to 10 pounds and stands at an average of 8 inches. The small size of a Pekingese make them good for apartment life, but they are hard to housebreak in any setting.