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Shar-Pei

3.7 (7 reviews)China#64
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Key Takeaways

  • Medium breed belonging to the Companion Dogs group, known for typical breed characteristics.
  • Low-energy breed that adapts well to apartment living and relaxed lifestyles.
  • Average trainability; responds well to consistent, positive reinforcement methods.
  • Low-maintenance coat with minimal shedding; suitable for allergy sufferers.

Quick Facts

Group

Companion Dogs

Size

Medium

Life Span

8-10 years

Popularity

#64

Puppy Price

$1000-$1200

Energy Level

Low

Shedding Level

Minimal

Trainability

Average

Common Names & Aliases

Chinese Fighting Dog
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⚖️Shar-Pei Pros & Cons

Advantages

  • Shedding Level:Minimal shedding, easy to maintain

  • Activity Requirement / Exercise Need:Low exercise requirements, easy to satisfy

Disadvantages

  • Allergy Friendliness:Not hypoallergenic, may trigger allergies

  • Child Compatibility:Not recommended for families with young children

  • Dog Friendly:May be selective with other dogs

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Price and Availability

Price Range

$1000-$1200

If you choose to purchase the Shar-Pei, you should know that the mentioned amount of money is an average of the collected data from breeders' sites and puppy finder places. If you have a Shar-Pei for sale, please advertise it on a reliable website to make sure the Shar-Pei gets to a happy place.

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Availability

5/5

Availability

Very frequent: The Shar-Pei is quite easy to get. There is a risk of overbreeding, as it is an extremely popular breed.

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History

The Shar-Pei is one of the oldest breeds originating from China, from several hundred years ago. Regarding the international position of China, the country was a closed economy and society immune to outside influences for a long period of time.

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Recognition

Classifications

AKC Classification
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1992 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Not recognized by FCI.

This breed is recognized by the following organizations:

American Kennel Club
Fédération Cynologique Internationale
American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Kennel Club of Great Britain
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
North American Purebred Registry
United Kennel Club
American Canine Association
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Shar-Pei is not hypoallergenic, so it may trigger reactions in sensitive individuals.

The Shar-Pei needs moderate grooming with regular brushing and occasional professional care.

The Shar-Pei barely sheds at all, perfect for those seeking a low-maintenance coat.

The Shar-Pei is not recommended for families with young children due to its temperament.

The Shar-Pei is moderately tolerant of other dogs but may be selective about companions.

The Shar-Pei requires minimal exercise, content with short walks around the block.

calm and relaxed, requiring only short walks and minimal exercise, making the Shar-Pei ideal for apartment living.

The Shar-Pei is moderately trainable with consistent training and patience, responding well to positive reinforcement methods.

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Shar-Pei Comments, Reviews and Questions

Rita B.

2023-09-10

Nagyon j├│ kutya fajta! Egy emberes ! Im├ídni val├│! Nagyon j├│l viselkedik az eny├ęm! Ragaszkod├│ tipus!

Me

2022-10-24

My female is very smart, will escape and goes to visit each neighbor for a treat and some attention but knows I'm her home! She is so adorable and a pure bread shar pei bit she only got 1 lil wrinkle near her nose, so she does not smell

Burni

2022-07-14

Biztos nem a keveset vedlo csoportba sorolnam. Volt vele tapasztalatom. Kutyaszor mindenhol. Egyebkent imadniváo kutya. Imadtam. Nyugodt, szereto, halas kutyus es rendkivul tiszta. Kikeruli az osszes pocsolyat

Larry

2020-09-12

Spend time with one; a pal has a new adult male. Easy-going. BUT- the drooling! Meal times, the chops will be rank with goo- and on furniture, clothes or sprayed when shaking. THE STINK! Something in his skin STINKS! Rancid yak milk! Make the eyes water!

Barry

2020-08-01

Good review. The only things I disagree with is that its not a healthy breed (especially the Western ones), and they're not really good with new owners. They need very good socialisation and structure, not something you can expect from a first time owner.

Ivancs├│ Zsolt

2020-02-23

No comment provided.

Melinda V.

2019-12-19

Okos! Tiszta, nem koszolja mag├ít. Keveset ugat. Benti tart├ísra aj├ínlom, a sz├ęls┼Ĺs├ęges id┼Ĺj├ír├ísokat nem kedveli. Gyerek ├ęs macskabar├ít! Im├ídni val├│, k├╝l├Ânleges k├şv├╝l-bel├╝l! NE SZAPOR├ŹT├ôT├ôL, betegesek! FOGADJ ├ľR├ľKBE, NE V├üS├üROLJ!

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