Translation from the Chinese language of the name of the breed "shar pei", it sounds like "sand skin".
Scientific studies and genetics analyzes show that the breed of shar pei dogs is about three thousand years old, this breed comes from the basic species of dogs, from which all other breeds, in consequence, occurred.
The description of the dog of the breed of shar pei, at first glance, may seem very funny, because its distinctive feature in a large number of folds of the skin, but, despite its unusual appearance, this dog is an excellent watchman , she is endowed with courage and nobility.
The unusual folds of the shar pei protect the internal organs of the animal during fights, shar pei is a fighting breed . Modern dog breeders prefer to get rid of aggressive qualities of character, cultivating in Shar Pei friendliness and calmness.
The standards inherent in this breed describe Sharpeya as an animal of medium height, with a strong, strong body covered with folds, with a large head. One of the mandatory, distinctive features of this breed is the dark blue tongue, gums and lips, a powerful jaw.
Another feature is the eyes, they are dark, almond-shaped, and the view is always gloomy.
Care for Shar Pei
How to care for a dog of the breed of shar pei? Care of the animal of this breed is not particularly difficult. Like any short-haired dog, he should be combed occasionally, using a rubberized brush for this. Periodically wipe wrinkles on the body and face, wiping the eyes.
Walking with the dog should be at least two times a day, preferably more than one hour, while exposing the dog to small physical exertion, such as jogging or ball games.
Sharpei does not like water to buy it, you need to make a lot of effort, but, nevertheless, it needs to be done several times a year, the main thing at the same time to prevent water from getting into the ears.