There Is More To Shar Peis Than Wrinkles
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The Mini Shar Pei comes from a recessive gene in their DNA. These dogs were once considered mistakes, but recently the gene responsible was discovered.
The Mini Shar Peis are miniature versions of the Shar Pei.
Mini Shar Peis come from a recessive gene in the DNA and not some physical malady as was once thought. There has been a Miniature Shar Pei Club formed to ensure the correct breeding of the Mini Shar Pei dogs. Once only found from rescue groups, Mini Shar Peis are now more accessible for the public to purchase.
The Mini Shar Pei is a short dog that is broad and square. Their most pronounced characteristic is the wrinkling around his face. He is a good-natured dog with a flair for independence. He is fiercely loyal to his family and will defend them from any stranger. Mini Shar Peis may be little short dogs, but they are mighty powerful. The Chinese first bred Shar Peis hundreds of years ago to be fighting dogs. They evolved into guard dogs until they almost became extinct. They have made a major impression on the world in the last seventy-five years. Shar Peis must be socialized early in their lives or they will become naturally aggressive. This goes back to their Chinese ancestors fight training.
They are fiercely loyal to their families and will defend them from any stranger. If a Mini Shar Pei is not socialized early in his life he will become naturally aggressive towards people. The obedience training and socialization is a major component to mastering this breed. They are small but powerful dogs and become quite defensive when their own territory or family is in question. Mini Shar Peis are loveable, funny and very affectionate with their own family members. They make great family pets. Mini Shar Peis make great companion dogs especially for the elderly.
The Mini Shar Pei is a dog that goes back into ancient Chinese ancestry. They worked as the official guard dogs for the Chinese royal family. The English word for Shar Pei is sand coat, referring to the dog’s coarse coat.
At one time they were considered the rarest breed on earth. They have started to thrive over the last century and have become devoted and loveable family pets. Many wonder if maybe they were first bred as companion dogs rather than fighting dogs.
They slowly began to reappear in the last century only to become beloved family pets. People speculate as to whether maybe these dogs were first bred as companion dogs rather than fighting dogs. The Mini Shar Pei with its wrinkly face and black tongue is now one of the most popular dogs on earth.
