Important: This information is collected from a variety of sources and is presented as general thoughts about the breed. It is sugggested that you use our information with that of your own to make any decisions. We suggest you DO NOT make any decisions about a family pet based solely on these pages. Keep digging!
| Breed: Chinese Shar-Pei | Group (AKC): Non-sporting
(does this
look like a
sporting dog?) | 
Shar-Pei | 
Sharpie |
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| Country of Origin | ancient China |
| Type of coat | short, harsh, prickly, shedding, no more than one inch long |
| Grooming | periodic brushing, ear cleaning, nail trimming |
| Average height | 18-20 inches |
| Average weight | 40-55 pounds |
| Activity level | high |
| Watchdog | yes, excellent! very territorial and protective |
| Intelligence | high |
| Trainability | can be stubborn (or "independent", depending on your view); training sessions should be brief & without force; respond to praise & food (don't we all!) |
| Good with children? | generally if socialized (especially if bred by knowledgeable breeder); important to teach kids how to approach dog (they're easily startled due to poor peripheral vision); aggressive tendencies have been greatly diminished by breeders over the last couple of decades. |
| Character | independent, owner-oriented, affectionate |
| Ideal home environment | need outside space to exercise |
| Ideal owner | predictable, strong, commanding leader with time to train, socialize (with the dog), and exercise |
| Suggestions: | early socialization and obedience training is mandatory, research breeders carefully. |
| Links and resources | - To dig for further information click here
- Chinese Shar-Pei Club of America, Inc. Secretary, Susan Lauer
1249 Old Dairy Road, Summerville, SC 29483
843-851-2730 - shenanigans@worldnet.att.net - Chinese Shar Pei Club of the Palm Beaches
Club Sec, Sal Registrato, 4600 123 Trail N., Royal Palm Beach, Florida, (561)-798-8801, looskin@aol.com
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