How to tell if a Pekingese is experiencing a 'blowing coat'

After the Pekingese blows its coat, its fur becomes longer, fluffier, and denser. The dog will noticeably become round and plump, with thick white fur covering its entire body, looking like a white marshmallow. Before the blowing coat, the Pekingese's fur doesn't appear very fluffy, but rather short and dense. The dog looks thin and not round, and the change in fur can be easily observed with the naked eye.

The blowing coat process in Pekingese dogs goes through three stages:

It usually starts at 4 to 5 months old, when the fur is soft and curly. As the dog grows and develops, more fur grows out from the follicles. By the time the Pekingese is around 5 months old, it enters its awkward phase, and its face may look like a monkey's.
Around 6 to 8 months old, the Pekingese begins to blow its coat. The curl and density of the fur are at their peak during this stage, which is a period of rapid growth for the dog. After a while, the dog's fur volume and size will remain relatively stable, making this stage the most crucial for determining the dog's aesthetic appeal. The fur is soft during this period, making it unfavorable for styling. Regular trimming can help the fur become harder and more upright, giving it a more three-dimensional look. Regular brushing is also necessary after styling, as failure to do so can lead to tangled fur and skin problems beneath the coat.
After 8 to 1 year old, the Pekingese's fur volume basically stabilizes. To improve the dog's fur quality, you can feed it supplements rich in nutrients for healthy fur, such as lecithin. Lecithin contains unsaturated fatty acids, which make the fur softer and more lustrous, and also enhance the Pekingese's skin resistance. Additionally, abundant vitamins can provide nutrition and antioxidants for the dog's skin and fur.