The pug probably originated in China around 400 BCE as a companion for Tibetan Buddhist monks.
Pekingese, also known as "Pekes," "lion dogs," and "sun dogs," were originally maintained as companion pets by Chinese royalty and are deeply rooted in Chinese folklore.
The shih tzu is a small, playful toy dog with a lion-like aspect, hence its name. Its name derives from the Chinese word for "lion."
They are distinguished by their wrinkled faces, small ears, and blue-black tongues.
Similar to the shar-pei, chows have a very distinctive appearance, with bear-like features, deep facial folds, and a blue-black tongue.
Chinese crested dogs were commonly used to chase vermin on Chinese trading vessels.
Xiasi dog will bring prosperity to the family, despite the fact that the breed is typically used for hunting or guarding.
Kunming wolfdogs, like German shepherds, are trained as military assistance dogs, fire dogs, and search-and-rescue canines.
They are closely related to Tibetan spaniels and were most likely a present from the Chinese emperor to the Japanese imperial family.
The Formosan mountain dog is a small to medium-sized dog that originated in the Taiwanese highlands from south Asian dog stock.
The Chinese imperial dog is closely related to the shih tzu and is also known as a teacup or micro shih tzu.
This breed, named after the city of Chongqing, has a wrinkled muzzle similar to that of the shar-pei, which is characteristic of many Chinese breeds.