Weird Dog Breed: The Chinese Shar-Pei
The Chinese Shar-Pei, is a breed of dog known for its special features of deep wrinkles and a dark purple tongue. The breed originates from Canton, China. The English name comes from from British spelling of the Cantonese equivalent, which means "sand skin" and refers to the texture of its short, rough coat. As puppies, Shar Pei have numerous wrinkles, but as they mature, these tend to loosen and spread out. The Shar-Pei is a medium-size dog, weighing 45 to 60 pounds.
In the past, the dogs were used to guard property and to hunt. Some Shar-Pei were fighting dogs. The Chinese Communists, when coming to power in China, almost wiped them out but a few dog breeders in Hong Kong and Taiwan kept the breed alive.
This dog breed needs socialization at an early age. They are naturally clean and easy to housebreak. They are devoted to their owner's family but hostile towards strangers. Good with older kids that know how to handle them but not recommended with other dogs. Somewhat active; a good walk or two a day will be okay. These dogs bark only when necessary.
Sources: http://www.vetstreet.com/dogs/chinese-shar-pei
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Yes this dog is protective to the owner, similar with german shepred. Nice :)
A friend had one once it had a purple tongue and was well behaved.
That is good to know. You got a lucky friend for having that dog.
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Hey I get to play with a char pei every now and then! We have a great time running around together. He isn't very fast, like me :P
They're cool dogs but difficult to care for. The wrinkles have to be cleaned out daily or infection sets in, is what I've been told by owners. Of all the Asian breeds, I like the Akitas best.
So that's why they're only for pure dog lovers.
Wow, why would Communists want to wipe-out such an ancient and great breed?
Maoists considered them as pets and luxuries of the ruling feudal class before the Revolution and taxed anyone who owns them.
I like this breed of dog :)
Hello bro, ther are si beautifull dogs and very friendly i got one named Arya
You are a lucky guy! She is a beautiful dog!
Sort of Bulldog family? Never heard of them though.
No they arent bulldog. They are chinesse dog
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