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

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

#2 Shar-Pei is independent, reserved and often suspicious of strangers

#3 Their tongue is unique

#4 It is an excellent companion dog

#5 They will steal your heart

#6 The extra skin would act as a buffer from bites from other dogs, protecting vital organs

#7 The name of the dog is always just Shar-Pei

#8 Shar-Pei come in 21 different colors

#9 Shar-Pei should be allowed to spend time both indoors and outdoors, but should not be considered an “outside dog”

#10 Shar-Pei prefer the company of humans to other dogs

#11 Shar-Pei do not shed year-round

#12 The Plural of Shar-Pei is Shar-Pei

#13 Whoever said diamonds are a girl’s best friend never owned this dog

#14 Shar-Pei dogs are good with children because they are devoted family dogs

#15 Shar-Pei might seem gloomy and lazy but they are energetic dogs with a playful personality