It's hard to get past the little puppies. Cute little buns so amiably yapping and playing that I want to immediately take one, or even two of them. However, sharpei stands out among all breeds. A puppy with him is a folded miracle, which is simply impossible to fall in love with. He is not like any other representative of the canine world, and therefore, probably, enjoys extraordinary popularity among dog breeders. Today we’ll talk more about the features of caring for representatives of this breed.
First impression
At first glance, these dogs are clumsy and clumsy, but at the same time very funny. And not all of them can be called sofas. There are quite sporty and active sharpei, but they are all as one - cute and very affectionate with their owners. This dog will never harm even a small child, allowing him to sort out his soft folds as much time as he wants.
Shar Pei is a very attractive puppy. It is in babies that the folds are especially pronounced. If you raise the crumbs on the palms, then the heavy folds will even hang slightly from them. It is they who provide the breed with incredible popularity.
A bit about the history of the breed
From a very young age, Shar Pei puppy is distinguished by impeccable manners, it resembles a well-educated, wise and owning Chinese emotions. This breed is so ancient that its roots are intertwined with the history of the Middle Kingdom during the reign of the Qin Dynasty.
Returning to the outstanding folds, it should be said that they appeared for a reason and do not serve for beauty at all. First of all, sharpei was bred as a fighting breed, and deep soft wrinkles are needed in order to protect internal organs from damage.
Translated from Chinese, the word "sharpei" means "skin of sand." Indeed, hard and short fur in combination with subcutaneous fat is a reliable obstacle for any attacker.
However, one should not be afraid of the fighting past of your pet, this page in the history of the breed has long been crossed out. If earlier breeders selected the most aggressive individuals for reproduction and cultivated these traits, today these dogs, on the contrary, are excluded from breeding, raising a calm companion.
Modern standard
Along with the battles, the need to withdraw as folded individuals as possible has become a thing of the past. Despite the fact that it is very beautiful and unusual, in this exterior there are also disadvantages.
Shar Pei is a puppy that requires special care and special nutrition. He is prone to allergic reactions, the consequences of which are very difficult to cure due to the fact that in the skin folds any bacterium feels like in a greenhouse, and therefore multiplies at an enormous rate.
Instead of chic, plush dogs came dogs of a dry type. Today this is a whole direction in the activities of breeders and it leads to the fact that on the streets appear taller on paws, lean dogs with folds only on the muzzle and along the back (for some representatives they are stored only on the forehead). Of course, this is more practical, the dog becomes less susceptible to various dermatological diseases, but from an aesthetic point of view, unfortunately, it loses a lot.
Breed description
The described dogs are relatively small, but if you need a sofa ottoman, then you are clearly making the wrong choice. Sharpei puppies (a photo of these charming creatures creates the illusory impression of sleepy potholes) is an inexhaustible source of energy. This is a very agile, energetic and sociable dog, gentle and cute with the owners and not getting along well with neighbors on the walking grounds. She will definitely try to fight with someone, and often with great damage to herself.
Bite features, the structure of the jaws, which are closed with luxurious folds around the mouth - all this once made the battle as safe as possible for rivals, and at the same time, spectacular. Therefore, provoking a dog of a different breed, sharpei clearly does not calculate his strength.
Surely you will be surprised by the color of the tongue of this dog. Sharpei puppies (photo below) is the exact opposite of all other representatives of the canine world. This is a gentle, folded miracle with a blue tongue and almond-shaped, dark eyes that always look a little gloomy from under the folds. His ears are small and dense, triangular in shape.
Character and intelligence
This dog should not be brought on by soft and timid people. Sharpei puppies from a very young age perfectly understand who is the boss in the house and will definitely try to rule. But it should be noted that they are completely devoid of aggressiveness towards humans.
They are very obedient and patient, understanding and loyal. Sharpei has a somewhat frowning appearance, but this is only a wrapper behind which is a good and sociable creature. But do not expect this dog to happily fulfill all your whims. Sharpei seeks independence and will always be guided by his own considerations.
Sharpei puppies need early socialization, otherwise their cocky character may then serve you poorly. Ideal for this is the site at the dog club, where the dog handler regularly conducts classes. Well-bred, these dogs are very intelligent creatures with a delicate but solid character. They are brave and courageous and in a matter of seconds can make a decision and act according to it.
These dogs can be kept in the apartment. They are small, but also very responsible. Sharpei left alone at home will not chew on furniture and dirty, but will wait for you from work. However, alone these dogs are very homesick and bored.
Feeding
But it should be noted that these dogs are very moody and picky about food. Some sharpei have a very selective appetite, that is, they choose one or two types of food, but do not touch the rest. By the way, it’s very difficult for individual representatives of this breed to feed at least something.
Before saying what to feed a sharpei puppy , it should be noted that it is possible to improve his appetite due to normal physical activity, regular walks and training. However, if the pet refuses food, despite hunger, you need to offer something else.
These dogs are very sensitive to the quality and composition of the feed, so you need to choose only the best. They can not be overfed, otherwise they will turn into clumsy and lazy creatures. The tendency to allergies also dictates its own conditions - you can not change the food system too often.
Dry feed and natural nutrition
So, the best food for sharpei puppies is a specialized dry mix with supplements, vitamins and minerals. Required - premium food, for example, Purina. It is best used from a month to a year and a half. And before reaching the age of six months, the feed should be soaked.
The growth rate of this breed is very high, so malnutrition will necessarily lead to irreversible developmental pathologies. Doctors recommend giving the dog one cup of food per 3 kg of weight. A puppy should gain about a kilogram in a week, before gaining a full weight.
Up to 3 months, babies are fed three times a day, then transferred to two meals a day. It is better not to give canned food to him, since the finicky creature can completely switch to them. Or mix the dryer thoroughly with canned food. But leftovers from the table, pork and chicken on the bone, you can’t feed the dog.
After a year and a half, the dog can be converted to natural feed. Ideally, it could be beef and chicken, several types of vegetables and cereals. All food should be dry or thick. Liquid soups are not allowed. A couple of times a week you can offer the dog eggs, kefir or fish.
Care Features
Sharpei (puppy) care is reduced to regular feeding and walking. Every day he needs to be in the fresh air for at least one hour, twice a day. Walking should be active - running or brisk walking (preferably uphill), games with a ball. A great option would be a bike ride.
Care involves combing the hair about once a week, as well as bathing. I must say that sharpei can not stand water, but once a month it is necessary. But you should not use soap. Dry all folds thoroughly after bathing to prevent allergies.