Shar Pei

Shar-Pei (Šar-pej)

Shar Pei – front view — Photo: Johannes Maximilian, CC BY-SA 4.0, source

Shar Pei – head — Photo: Yerpo, CC BY-SA 4.0, source

Key facts

FCI group	2. Pinscher and Schnauzer, Molossoid breeds, Swiss Mountain and Cattle Dogs
Country of origin	China
Category	Medium
Height at withers	44–51 cm
Weight	16–25 kg
Life span	8–12 years

Recognition features

Deep skin folds, especially on the head
Blue-black tongue
Very short harsh coat

Purpose

A Chinese dog from southern China used for guarding, hunting and formerly fighting.

History

A Chinese dog from Guangdong province; by the 1970s it faced extinction. Hong Kong breeder Matgo Law drew worldwide attention.

Coat

Very short, harsh coat; solid colours.

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