Loyal, Independent, Calm
The compact, medium-sized Chinese Shar-Pei is an amalgam of odd physical traits: a broad โhippopotamusโ muzzle; a blue-black tongue; small, sunken eyes with a scowling expression; tiny triangular ears; abundant folds of loose skin about the head, neck, and shoulders; the tapered โฆ
Energy
60%
Shedding
80%
Trainability
20%
Grooming
20%
Friendliness
40%
Coat Type
Short coat
Occasional Bath/Brush
dog food
Best value grain-free option โ great for active dogsโฆ
toys
The #1 chew toy for heavy chewers โ nothing else comes closeโฆ
beds
Best mid-range orthopedic โ great for dogs who don't need clinical-graโฆ
health
Best DNA test overall โ unmatched health screening depthโฆ
training
Best GPS collar for active owners โ 3-month battery is class-leadingโฆ
grooming
Best probiotic coat spray โ supports skin microbiome health between baโฆ
Benefits from 30-60 minutes daily exercise โ walks, play sessions, or swimming.
Heavy shedder โ brush 3-4ร per week and deShed weekly to manage coat.
FCI Group
Group 2 โ Pinschers, Schnauzers, Molosser and Swiss Mountain Dogs
Section
Molossers en berghonden
Status
recognized