Chinese Shar-Pei
Published: Last updated: by Kyle J. LarsonAverage size and lifespan
Weight: 45-60lbs
Lifespan: 8 - 10 Years
Behavior
- Affection
- Kid-Friendly
- Stranger-Friendly
- Dog-Friendly
- Barking Amount
Care
- Grooming Difficulty
- Shedding Amount
- Easy to Train
- Can Be Alone
- Exercise Need
Environment
- Cold Tolerance
- Heat Tolerance
- Apartment-Friendly
Chinese Shar-Pei Information
Talk about a unique looking dog. The Chinese Shar-Pei has many distinguishing features. Wrinkly, loose skin all over his body. Small eyes sunken in his head. Tiny triangular ears. A blue tongue. A scowling expression. A high, curled-up tail. It doesn’t get much more unique than this.
The Shar-Pei dates back to at least 200 B.C. during the Han Dynasty in China. Today, the breed is a calm, loyal dog who is devoted to his loved ones but standoff-ish to strangers. Quick and eager to learn, the Shar-Pei does well with training, which is very important for an independent breed like this.
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Breed FAQs
Can Chinese Shar-Peis be apartment dogs?
The Chinese Shar-Peis does fine in apartments. They don't need lots of spaces so they should adapt well to apartment-living.
Can Chinese Shar-Peis be left alone?
Chinese Shar-Peis do well when left alone for longer periods of time. They don't tend to have seperation anxiety issues. Just be sure to avoid being neglectful.
Are Chinese Shar-Peis good with kids?
Chinese Shar-Peis can be difficult to handle with the rowdy behavior of a child. They should be watched very closely.
Are Chinese Shar-Peis friendly with strangers?
Chinese Shar-Peis tend to be uncomfortable with strangers. They will require extra training effort to socialize them with those outside their family.
Do Chinese Shar-Peis get along with other dogs?
Expect Chinese Shar-Peis to not get along well with other dogs. Socializing this breed to other dogs may be a difficult process.
Do Chinese Shar-Peis bark a lot?
As far as dogs go, Chinese Shar-Peis bark an average amount. You can expect them to bark to alert you, get your attention, or when there are strangers or other dogs.
Do Chinese Shar-Peis shed a lot?
Expect a lot of sheeding from Chinese Shar-Peis. You'll need to brush their coat often or have the vacuum ready.
Do Chinese Shar-Peis need a lot of grooming?
Chinese Shar-Peis don't require very much effort for grooming. You'll just need to provide typical maintenance and baths.
Do Chinese Shar-Peis need a lot of exercise?
A Chinese Shar-Pei will need a moderate amount of exercise to be happy. You'll need to plan some basic walks or fetch during the day.
Are Chinese Shar-Peis easy to train?
Most Chinese Shar-Peis are stubborn and will take extra work to train. They can still learn trained behaviors, but will take more effort.
Can Chinese Shar-Peis handle cold weather?
Chinese Shar-Peis don't like the cold and will likely want some protection if outside for long.
Can Chinese Shar-Peis handle hot weather?
It's best not to have a Chinese Shar-Pei in hot temperatures for long as it can be dangerous to their health.
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