General Description: Strong, thick set breed with wrinkled skin and large head Height: 45 - 51cm Weight: 18 - 25kg Colour: Black, red, fawn, cream, apricot Utility group Temperament The Shar Pei is a very brave, reliable and active breed. This strong dog was once used as a tenacious fighter and can be a danger to other dogs if not trained and socialised enough as a puppy. The Shar Pei makes a good watchdog; they can be protective of the family, home and car. The Shar Pei will need firm, but gentle and extremely consistent training from a confident owner. If trained properly the breed is well balanced, sweet natured and very affectionate. The Shar Pei gets along excellently with children of all ages. The breed must be given a lot of human company. They can’t be left for long periods of time or they may become destructive. Shar Pei puppies tend to chew a lot; it is recommended to leave lots of toys and chews around to help save your furniture. This breed is not suitable for elderly people as they can be quite boisterous. Exercise The Shar Pei requires plenty of exercise. A twice daily walk for around 40 – 60 minutes is recommended. Always keep this breed on the lead in public places and only allow them to run free in a secure location. Grooming Groom the Shar Pei regularly with a firm bristle brush. Health The Shar Pei can be prone to eye problems including in-turned eyelids, with can result in blindness. This breed can also suffer from skin allergies and infections. Life Expectancy 8 – 11 years History This ancient breed originated in China. It is thought to have genetic links with the Chow Chow; however, the only likeness between the two is the shape of the eye and their purple tongues. The Shar-Pei was bred for strength and intelligence. The loose/wrinkly skin was developed to help the dog whilst fighting, making the Shar-Pei difficult for the opponent to hold on to. During the breeds very long history they have been used for many jobs including: general-purpose farm dog, guarding the home and family, hunting wild boar, protecting livestock and most famously they were used as fighting dogs. The breed nearly faced extinction earlier this century but due to a resurgence of interest in the breed during the 1960’s they are now very popular pets. The Shar-pei is recognised by all major dog clubs worldwide.
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