The Shar Pei (Chinese: 沙皮; Cantonese Yale: shā pèih; pinyin: shā pí) is a dog breed from southern China. Traditionally kept as a property guardian, the shar pei was driven to the brink of extinction in the 20th century. The breed is known in the West for its deep wrinkles, while a traditional less wrinkled form is maintained in Hong Kong.

2022年2月17日 · The shar-pei is an ancient, unique, and once very rare dog breed developed in China. It is known for its wrinkled skin, blue-black tongue, and bristle-like coat, all of which makes it stand out from the crowd.

2025年2月25日 · The Shar Pei is an ancient Chinese breed with bountiful wrinkles and a chubby mouth. However, don’t be swayed by their adorable looks; the Shar Pei is a skilled guardian who protects their...

Learn more about the Chinese Shar-Pei including personality, history, grooming, pictures, videos, and the AKC breed standard. Is the Chinese Shar-Pei the right breed for you?

The shar-pei is an ancient breed, dating back more than 2,000 years to China's Han Dynasty. It's thought to have been bred by peasants to perform tasks including hunting, herding and guarding livestock from predators and thieves.

Is a Shar Pei your perfect match? Get answers to your Shar Pei questions on characteristics, temperament, history, and health.

2025年1月7日 · Shar-Peis can be pretty stubborn, making training a challenging task for some. They are highly intelligent, but they will need consistent and firm training sessions. They also need enough physical and mental stimulation to avoid boredom or aggressive behaviors. The Shar-Pei builds incredible bonds with their people.

2024年11月27日 · Discover the fascinating history, care tips, and unique traits of the Chinese Shar-Pei, a devoted, wrinkled companion with a rich heritage and loyal temperament. Skip to content Recalls

Shar-Peis are a unique dog breed with expressive, sunken eyes and adorably wrinkly skin. This dog may only be average-sized in height and weight, but they carry their compact body with confidence and bravery. The Shar-Pei has sandpapery skin that’s rough to the touch and comes in a variety of solid colors.

2011年6月23日 · Everything you want to know about Chinese Shar-Peis including grooming, training, health problems, history, adoption, finding good breeder and more.