Chinese Shar Pei: Devoted Companions
In spite of its unique characteristics, for some reason the Chinese Shar Pei was deemed to be dangerous and thus was being slowly driven to extinction by the Chinese Communists until the brave efforts of some Hong Kong breeders and a few Americans saved them and made them a very popular breed that today is much sought after by dog lovers all over the world. Thus, today this unique breed that has a wrinkled look and which has the face much like that of a hippo is readily available for dog lovers to own
One look at its compact build and strong frame and muscled body should impress you and with a blocky head and a weight not exceeding fifty-five pounds. The Chinese Shar Pei is a well-mannered breed that moves with balance and strength and which also has a good rear-end drive. The name is symbolic of its coarse and bristled coat that is of three types that are horse, bear and brush coat. This ancient breed is also closely related to the Tibetan Mastiff and also the Chow Chow and has survived from ancient times.
Everyone likes the Chinese Shar Pei and it is also famous for being very calm and it appears confident as well. In addition, it has a dignified demeanor though at the same time it tends to remain aloof from others and does not easily befriend strangers, and is often quite arrogant as well.
The Chinese Shar Pei is also an excellent watchdog, though care must be taken by its owner to not allow it to get too aggressive to other dogs and even to other humans. However, it is a breed that likes to be around people and it is always a good idea before selecting a pup, to ensure that its breeder has allowed it a lot of opportunity to be around people so that it is already used to human company.
Thus, training the Shar Pei may prove to be harder than you bargained for, though once socialized, will make for an excellent and devoted companion.
The Chinese Shar Pei that is best known for its wrinkles has become very popular today which is a big change from its once having been listed as a rare dog breed, though today it is not in danger of going extinct as he once was during the days of the Chinese Communists.
Still, because of good fortune, it is now possible to own this aloof breed that has a unique appearance, though such a breed is still not the best bet for a first time dog owner and because it needs a fair bit of maintenance, may not always be the easiest dog to keep at home.
However, the Shar Pei can give its owners a few headaches because of its tendency to suffer from health problems that will require giving it timely protective care. Thus, as a prospective owner, you need to be aware of such issues and be prepared to deal with them. However, the Chinese Shar Pei is well loved and is also a very possessive animal that can prove to be a great family pet dog. In addition, you need to ensure that you have obtained your Shar Pei from reputable breeders if you don’t want to end up with a pet that has many faults.
