The Chinese Shar-Pei is a large and muscular breed of dog that was originally bred in China for guarding and protecting property. They are intelligent, loyal, and protective, and make excellent guard dogs.
Chinese Shar-Pei
Also known as Chinese Fighting Dog, Sand-skin dog
Origin
- Country
- China
- Region
- Guangdong (Kwangtung) Province
Group
- Non-Sporting
Lifespan
- 8–12 years
Size
- Height
- 46–51 cm
- Weight
- 20–27 kg
Coat
- Type
- short
- Length
- short
- Colours
- black, cream, fawn, red, apricot, chocolate, sable, blue, isabella
Traits
- independent, loyal, alert, dignified, aloof with strangers, protective