Helen Clark
#7 Shar-Peis currently rank as the 50th most popular dog in the United States
#8 The wrinkles on a Shar-Pei’s forehead are said to resemble the Chinese characters for longevity
#9 Shar-Peis should be allowed to spend time both indoors and outdoors
#10 The average lifespan of a Shar-Pei is 8–10 years
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I’ve had several, ages as follows, Male 13 1/2 yrs, female 15 yrs, male 10 yrs and most recently my girl Hoshi was 15 1/2. If you know the breed and what NOT to feed, they live long full lives.
#11 Shar-Peis have two different types of muzzles
If its muzzle is heavily padded, the Shar Pei is known as a “meat mouth”; if its mouth is less padded, it is known as a “bone mouth.”
#12 Most Shar-Peis are homebodies and do not stray
Spectacularly gorgeous pup! I want I want I want…