More Chinese Shar Pei Information

The Chinese shar pei is a very unique breed that is characterized by its deep wrinkled face and blue-black tongue.  It is one of the world’s ancient dog breeds and is believed to have originated in China’s Kwangtung Province.  Although there is no definite date as to when the sharpei first came into existence, there are some historical drawings and statues from the Han Dynasty that feature an animal that closely resembles the pooch and date as far back as 200 B.C.  In addition, there are also manuscripts from the 13th century that clearly describe a wrinkle dog with many similar characteristics.

Nevertheless, despite the fact that the Chinese shar pei has been around for Read more