Your dogs

Meet Sam Foley and Jean-Paul

DQ: What is your dog's name?

Sam: This is Jean-Paul. He is a Pekingese.

DQ: How old is your dog, and how long have you had him?

Sam: He is 11 years old, and I have had him since he was about eight weeks old!

DQ: Does your dog have brothers and sisters?

Sam: Jean-Paul is lucky to live with his biological Pekingese brother, Louis, as well as his non-biological Maltese brother, Sparkles!

DQ: What is your dog's favourite treat?

Sam: Jean-Paul loves his Bobtail biscuits, but he also enjoys the heart-shaped treats we get from Midfeeds. He is a really fussy eater, but chicken is always a winner.

DQ: Does your dog have any hobbies or activities he takes part in?

Sam: Jean-Paul is not very sociable, but he loves to play ball, especially with his favourite ball that has orange fur on it! He is super eager to run after it.

DQ: What makes your dog unique?

Sam: Jean-Paul is unique as he is not just a regular Pekingese dog. He is a sleeve Pekingese, meaning he is smaller (not miniature). Back in the day, Chinese emperors put their Pekingese dogs in their sleeves and walked around with them there; they were believed to be very spiritual dogs and the smaller ones fitted nicely in their sleeves.

DQ: Why should your dog be DQ famous?

Sam: Jean-Paul should be famous because he has already done a few modelling gigs; he has modelled for Bryanston Shopping Centre, and he is very good-looking! He has a great character and although he has a small body, he has a huge heart!