Chinese Shar-Pei Puppy And Dog Information

The Chinese Shar-Pei is a great family dog that hasremoves the accumulation of plaque and tartar which
an expensive, exotic look. She is loving toward thecan cause cavities (rarely) and periodontal disease.
family yet she makes a great watchdog and guardDog periodontal disease can lead to pain, loss of teeth,
dog. She was originally bred to fight so she may fightbad breath and other serious disease. Her toenails
other dogs. Take care to have her under control whenmay need to be examined for growth and clipped
walking her. *Good With Children? They are good withregularly. The toenails of the rear feet grow slower
older children, especially if they have been socialized atthan the toenails of the front feet. Generally a guillotine
an early age. As a reminder, never leave a young childtype trimmer is the best for this chore and competent
unsupervised with a puppy or dog. *Good With Otherinstructions to accomplish this can be found on the net.
Pets? They can tend to fight. Some are good with*Life Span. The Chinese Shar-Pei can live between 7
other animals if they are socialized with them early on.and 12 years with proper nutrition, medical care and
*Trainability: They are highly intelligent but may beexcellent living conditions. * Chinese Shar-Pei History.
manipulative. They really require an experiencedThey are an ancient breed from China dating back to
owner. *Approximate Adult Size. The approximate200 BC. They were first registered by the American
adult size (two years old or older) of the ChineseKennel Association in 1991.
Powder Puff is 18 to 20 inches to the withers (highestSome Registries: *The Chinese Shar-Pei Club of
point of the shoulder) and 35 to 45 pounds. *SpecialAmerica, Inc *UKC United Kennel Club *NKC National
Health Considerations. Most dog breeds have certainKennel Club *CKC Continental Kennel Club *APRI
inherited health problems associated with that specificAmericas Pet Registry Inc. *AKC American Kennel
breed and the Chinese Shar-Pei is no exception. Be onClub *FCI Federation Cynologique Internationale *NZKC
the look out for skin problems, fevers, and amolydosisNew Zealand Kennel Club *KCGB = Kennel Club of
(kidney failure). This disease list is an informativeGreat Britain *ANKC = Australian National Kennel Club
guideline only. Other diseases may also be significant*ACR = American Canine Registry
threats, please contact your veterinarian for aLitter Size: 4 to 6 Chinese Shar-Pei puppies:
complete list. She should visit the veterinarian severalTerms To Describe: aloof, independent, alert, compact,
times in the first year for shots, boosters and checkregal, intelligent, scowling, standoffish, snobby, confident,
up. Then, as an adult, she should visit the veterinariancalm *SPECIAL GOOD POINTS Good watch dog.
yearly for shots and check up. As she gets older, sixGood Guard dog. Very clean dog. Very easy to
years and on, she should visit the veterinarian twice ahousebreak. *SPECIAL BAD POINTS May be
year for check ups and shots. Remember; avoidaggressive to other dogs. Needs early firm training.
feeding your dog sweets. *Grooming. The ChineseVery sensitive to over heating. Keep on a lease when
Shar-Pei has a short, harsh coat with plenty of loosein public to avoid fights with other dogs. Some people
skin on the head and body. You should check folds ofmight be allergic to them. She may try to take over.
skin regularly to insure that there is no irritation. BrushShe needs an experienced, firm handler. She may be
daily if possible to help her maintain a clean and healthystubborn. They do not like water.
coat, help you keep a closer eye on her health and*Other Names Known By: Chinese Fighting Dog
strengthen your emotional bond with her. Her teeth*Every dog is an individual so not everything in this
should be brushed at least twice a week withinformation may be correct for your dog. This
toothpaste and toothbrush designed for dogs. Brushinginformation is meant as a good faith guideline only.