Sharbo

Dog Breed Profile

Sharbo History

The Shar Pei (Chinese: 沙皮 xiăopí, “sand skin”) is a Chinese breed of small, muscular, wrinkly, silvery-white dogs of the spitz type. The Shar Pei has a distinctive profuse, curly, nonshedding coat, and an alert, lively, and inquisitive expression. It is a versatile guardian of the home and garden and excels in agility and obedience. The breed is thought to have originated from the crossing of indigenous Asian dogs with European Bulldog-type fighting dogs. The first recorded mention of the name “Shar-Pei” in English was in 1926, and in 1935 the Pekingese Club was formed in England. The breed first gained recognition in Europe in the 1950s.

Time of Origin

2000s

Country of Origin

United States Of America

Ancestry

Boston Terrier, Chinese Shar-Pei

Sharbo Physical Characteristics

The Shar-pei is an even-tempered, energetic, and alert breed of dog. They are medium-to-large, muscular, and compact dogs that stand between 18 and 23 inches at the withers and weigh between 35 and 45 pounds. They have long, silky hair and large, expressive eyes. They have a white, short muzzle and a black nose with a dark tip. They are born without an undercoat, so their coats do not shed. They have a normal life span of 12 to 15 years.

Eye Colors

Brown

Nose Colors

Black

Coat Colors

Black, Brown, Brindle, White

Height Range

Male Height Range: 15 – 20 inches

Female Height Range: 15 – 20 inches

Weight Range

Male Weight Range: 30 – 50 lbs

Female Weight Range: 30 – 50 lbs

Sharbo Health

Description of breed health.

Lifespan

12-15 yrs

Sharbo Health Concerns

Entropion, Demodectic Mange, Demodicosis, Hip Dysplasia, Brachycephalic Syndrome, Atopy, Patellar Luxation, Cataracts, Seborrhea, Hydrocephalus, Megaesophagus, Skin Fold Dermatitis, Hypothyroidism, Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye), Mitral Valve Dysplasia, Third Eye (Cherry Eye)

Sharbo Temperament and Behaviour

The Sharbo is a medium-sized, sturdy, and athletic dog. They are confident, independent, and active, and make great companions for runners and walkers. They are highly intelligent and respond well to training and are very easy to train. The Sharbo is bold and courageous, but not aggressive, and is great for families with children and other animals.

Sharbo Activity Requirements

Sharbos are a breed of dog that originated in Tibet. They are medium-sized, hardy, and muscular. While the Sharbos is not a high-energy dog, they do require regular exercise to stay happy and healthy. A daily walk or short, brisk jog is enough to keep a Sharbo in shape. While they do not need to run long distances, they need some aerobic exercise. A moderate amount of activity is all that is needed. While a Sharbo can be happy living in an apartment, they will appreciate having a yard where they can play. If you are looking for a good apartment or city-dwelling companion, a Sharbo may be the right fit.