Chinese Shar-Pei

The Chinese Shar-Pei is an ancient breed that stands out from the crowd with its unique appearance that features loose folds of skin, scowling expressions, a hippopotamus muzzle, and “sandpaper” coats (literally translated from “Shar-Pei”). Their short, bristly coats come in a variety of colors, further adding to their distinctive look. Despite their imposing stature, Shar-Pei are known for their intelligence and serenity, though their independence and suspicion of outsiders necessitate early training.