Shar Pei Puppies Blog

Although this breed has a short coat, because of its wrinkles, it needs special care. Wrinkle cleaning is important for this breed, since moisture and dirt can get trapped in between the folds of the wrinkles and this may cause inflammation and infection if not cleaned properly. Regular massaging and brushing with a bristle brush will keep the coat shiny and healthy. Teeth need to be regularly cleaned and checked, as do the tiny and sensitive little ears, since they fold inwards. Much like the wrinkles, they are susceptible to infection yet again. As for the toenails, you need to be clip them every ten days or so. If you keep to this strict grooming routine, your wrinkly friend will be right as rain!

- In the late 1970’s, the Shar-Pei was listed in the Guiness Book of Records as the world’s rarest dog.

- Unknown outside of China, it was rescued from extinction in the 1960’s.

The Shar-Pei is an extrmemely intelligent breed of dog. It can be stubborn and independent, but its loyalty to its owner is unwavering. It is considered to be active, dominant, playful and brave. They are very people-oriented, and are considered to be “people dogs”, that are more friendly towards people than other animals. If a Shar-Pei is raised with other pets and children it will not be a problem in the long-run. Although they have somewhat of a frowning and aggressive expression as adults, it is not because they are constantly angry. It is just the fold of wrinkles!

They are calm, and have a sweet disposition. Having a background of fighting, they make great watch-dogs,and not only devoted companions. Having an inherently dominant streak as a breed characteristic, the breed will take over as boss, if he sees that his owner is soft or uncertain. Therefore it is advisable that the owner of a Shar-Pei have experience and assertiveness, when endeavouring to start a relationship with this breed. They are astute, but they will mostly only take orders from that family member, which they deem to be worthy to as their owner. Therefore, training a Shar-Pei is best advised to come from the person, who is truly the owner. Like with many dominant and assertive breeds, the Shar-Pei is no exception to early socialization. It needs to be introduced to people and other dogs and animals from an early age, so that it becomes balanced and not aggressive. Through all its seemingly high-maintenance character, it is a lovable breed that will quickly earn both your love and your respect!

The Chow Chow is the only other dog to share the charactristic blue-black tongue with the Shar-Pei. Both are Asian dogs, so it seems somewhere along the line they are related.

I found a wonderful quote on a puppy blog called Euro Puppy Blog and I thought of sharing it with you:

” The Shar-pei is a creature that within the many folds of skin hides the magic conglomerate of the charm of a hippo, the courage of a lion, the sloth of a seal and the appetite of a pig. Yet through all this, it is lovable beyond measure. Ultimately it can win the heart of a hermit, the life of a workaholic, and the love of a dog-hater!?- Anonymous

I think that is awesome! Welcome everbody! I dedicate this Blog to one of the funniest and most adorable creatures on Earth. I hope to make regualar postings about the Chinese Shar-Pei. To all those who are also fans of this wrinkly canine, welcome!!