ADDITIONAL CHINESE SHAR PEI PICTURES
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Breed Group: Southern, AKC Non-Sporting
Origin: China
Date of Origin: Ancient, possibly 200 B.C.
Originally used for: Working dog, guard dog, fighting dog
Used today: Companion, farm dog
Other Name(s): Chinese Fighting Dog, Shar-Pei
History of the Breed: The Chinese Shar-Pei, is an ancient and unique breed that originated in the village of Dah-Let near the South China
Sea. These dogs were all purpose working dogs used to guard the family, farms and temples and as a fighting dog. This breed dates to the Han
Dynasty (c. 200 BC).
The name "Shar-Pei" literally means "sand-skin" and refers to the two attributes of the coat a roughness and a shortness. Like the Chow-Chow the
Shar-Pei also has a blue-black tongue.
General Appearance: A compact, medium sized breed covered in a short and harsh coat standing square and is of strong proportion. The
head slightly large for the body and is covered with loose skin with a muzzle that makes the dogs head resemble a hippopotamus. Very small high
set ears complete the hippo look. The Shar Pei also has a unique to the breed high set tail. The loose skin and wrinkles covering the head, neck
and body are in excess when puppies however, these features may be limited to the head, neck and withers in adults.
Height & Weight:
Height 18-21 Inches
Weight 45-60 Pounds
Coat: A very harsh coat that is loose and straight on the main body and head flatter on the limbs. Both a very short coat and a coat
up to one inch in length are acceptable.
Color: Solid colors and sable
Grooming needs: Low
Temperament of Breed: Loyal and devoted to his family, remember that this breed was initially bred to be a guard dog and a fighting dog.
Socialization with other people is recommended early in the dog's life.
Friendly with children: Yes, socialization with children outside of the family when young is recommended.
Friendly with other dogs: Yes, with proper socialization early in the dog's life. Make certain this dog stays on a leash in public places as they can be dominant with other dogs.
Suitability as a watchdog: Yes
Exercise Level: Medium
Health Issues with the Breed: Select a dog from a qualified breeder and not a "puppy-farm" to avoid health issues
Major: Entropion, hypothyroidism, amyloidosis, bloat
Minor: Demodectic mange
Life Expectancy: 8-10 Years
2006 AKC Ranking: 47
First Registered by the AKC: 1992
Registries: CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, KCGB, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, APRI, ACR
ACR -American Canine Registry
AKC -American Kennel Club
ANKC -Australian National Kennel Club
APRI -American Pet Registry Inc.
CKC -Continental Kennel Club
CKC -Canadian Kennel Club
FCI -Fédération Cynologique Internationale
KCGB -Kennel Club of Great Britain
NKC -National Kennel Club
NZKC -New Zealand Kennel Club
UKC -United Kennel Club
Breed Organizations & Associations:
Chinese Shar-Pei Club of America, Inc. (CSPCA)
Chinese Shar-Pei Club of Canada (CSPCC)
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