 
Chinese Shar-Pei
Chinese Shar-Pei puppy
Chinese Shar-Pei
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group: molossoid/
spitz/non-sporting |
height: 18-20"/
45.72-50.8 cm |
| types: |
weight: 40-60
lbs /
18.14-24.9 kg |
| colors: |
any
solid color and sable. albino, brindle, parti-colored,
spotted or patterned - (not preferred) |
| physical traits: |
loose wrinkled skin on head
and neck, small ears, hippopotamus shaped snout, sand-textured
skin, bristly/prickly skin |
| hair type: |
horse, brush, and bear coated
varieties. horsecoat-short, stiff, harsh, bristly, texture
of sand or rough paper. brushcoat- slightly longer, 1"
or less.
bearcoat- generally very long,
soft and cottony to the touch -(not preferred) |
personality/
temperament: |
regal, dignified, intelligent,
alert, dignified, independent, calm, confident, amiable,
friendly, affectionate, playful, active, brave, dominant,
standoffish and aloof with strangers, snobbish, sober, devoted
to family, not slavishly obedient, can be aggressive toward
other dogs |
maintenance/
special needs:
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brush regularly, firm consistent
training, protect from heat, exercise, some people allergic
to this type of coat |
| health related: |
this breed may have a higher
incidence of the following genetic/inherited abnormalites.
some include entropion-turned in eyelids that may require
surgery, skin ailments, amyloidosis-which causes renal problems,
and hock joint swelling |
| nicknames: |
Shar-Pei |
| origination: |
China, possibly from 200 B.C. |
| bred for: |
all-purpose farm dog, hunting,
protecting livestock and guarding home and family. later
for dog fighting |
| identifying traits: |
wrinkles on head and neck,
head and neck resembles a manatee |
| ideal for: |
family, companion, city or
country life, cooler climate, watchdog |
| good with kids? |
yes if mutual respect has been
established |
| life expectancy: |
11-12 yrs |
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| of interest: |
has a blue-black tongue |
| kennel
clubs: |
akc,
ankc, nzkc-(nonsporting dog group), fci-(molossoid breeds-mastiff
type dog group), ukc-(northern dog group) uk-(working dog
group), saku-(utility dog group), ckc |
| rescues: |
North
American Shar-Pei Rescue |
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