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15 Wrinkly Facts Which Prove You are The Right Person for The Shar-Pei

Published: Dec 18, 2018 by Alka Polischuk · This post may contain affiliate links

Is that a dog or a pile of towels? This melty-looking pup is undoubtedly one of a kind and has a fascinating history to match.

If you want to know more about Shar-Pei, here are 15 facts about them. After reading this article, you'll see that you are the perfect person for having a Shar-pei.

#1 The name “Shar-Pei” actually means “rough, sandy coat”, in reference to the texture of its fur
Shar-Pei lying on the bed while looking back with its adorable face
#2 Shar-Pei is independent, reserved and often suspicious of strangers
gray Shar-Pei walking in the lawn
#3 Their tongue is unique
Shar-Pei looking up with its mouth open and tongue out
#4 It is an excellent companion dog
Shar-Pei lying down in its bed wearing a sweater with a cute hoodie
#5 They will steal your heart
Shar-Pei wearing a colorful flower piece around its neck
#6 The extra skin would act as a buffer from bites from other dogs, protecting vital organs
Shar-Pei lying on top of the cement edge of the field of sunflower at the park
#7 The name of the dog is always just Shar-Pei
Shar-Pei puppy sleeping soundly on the blanket outdoors under the sun
#8 Shar-Pei come in 21 different colors
Shar-Pei walking in the backyard garden
#9 Shar-Pei should be allowed to spend time both indoors and outdoors, but should not be considered an “outside dog”
Shar-Pei standing in the green grass while looking up with its happy face
#10 Shar-Pei prefer the company of humans to other dogs
Shar-Pei lying on top of the couch beside a chihuahua
#11 Shar-Pei do not shed year-round
Shar-Pei on the couch
#12 The Plural of Shar-Pei is Shar-Pei
Shar-Pei sitting on the green grass in between the legs of its owner
#13 Whoever said diamonds are a girl’s best friend never owned this dog
Shar-Pei lying on top of the bed outdoors
#14 Shar-Pei dogs are good with children because they are devoted family dogs
Shar-Pei lying down on the floor while looking at a black cat toy
#15 Shar-Pei might seem gloomy and lazy but they are energetic dogs with a playful personality

Shar-Pei lying down on the floor under the sun

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