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Chinese Shar-Pei Dog

The Chinese Shar-Pei (sometimes written Chinese Sharpei) is certainly a unique-looking dog. The Chinese Shar-Pei dog breed's most extraordinary feature is deep wrinkles. Sharpeis also have short, stubby, legs, and a wide "hippo face." The Chinese Shar-Pei's Behaviour The Chinese Shar Pei breed is often considered independent, and may seem aloof with strangers. Shar-Peis often seem dedicated to their families. Remember that breed only provides a general clue as to any individual dog's actual behaviour. Make sure to get to know dogs well before bringing them into your home.

Chinese Shar-Pei Physical Characteristics

Here are the characteristics of the Chinese Shar-Pei breed as determined by the American Kennel Club's published breed standard.

Size: 18-20 inches and 45-60 pounds

Coat: extremely harsh coat of absolutely straight hairs

Colour: Only solid colours and sable.

Eyes: Dark, small, almond-shaped and sunken

Ears: extremely small, thick, triangular, rounded at the tips.

Skull: flat and broad

Muzzle: broad, "hippopotamus"-shape

Nose: large, wide and darkly pigmented.

Tail: high-set

The Chinese Shar-Pei's Origins and History

Country/Region of Origin: China
Original purpose: all-purpose utility dog of poorer farmers.
Name: The name sha pi means "sand skin." The breed is also known as the "Chinese Fighting Dog," Historical notes: The Chinese Shar-Pei breed was well-known as a fighting dog and guard dog. The Chinese Shar-Pei breed originally comes from the Guangzhou province of China. At one time it was named "the rarest dog in the world" by the Guinness Book of World Records.

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