Shar Pei translated means "sand-skin" or "shark skin".
The origins of the Shar Pei may be traced to the province of Kwun Tung, China.
The Shar Pei was used to herd cattle, guard the home and family and hunt wild game.
The Chinese Shar Pei is a people dogs.
It seems to prefer the companionship of humans to that of other dogs.
It is however very standoffish with strangers.
But the Shar Pei is extreme in his devotion to his family.
The Shar Pei also make excellant watch dogs.
Dog Breeds
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