Shar Pei

The Shar Pei is a member of the Non-Sporting group, typically medium in size. Like all dogs, individual Shar Pei personalities can vary — rescue dogs especially may have unique temperaments shaped by their prior experiences. Getting to know a dog before adopting is always recommended.

The Shar Pei typically adapts well to a variety of living situations when given adequate exercise and mental stimulation.

Rescue Shar Pei dogs may need extra patience during the settling-in period. Many shelters provide behavioural assessments and can advise on whether a specific dog is suited to your household.

Adopting a Shar Pei from a rescue shelter gives a deserving animal a second chance at happiness. Shelters across Europe care for thousands of dogs, and every adoption makes room for another animal in need.

Many people are surprised to find purebred and pedigree animals in rescue shelters. Shar Pei dogsend up in shelters for many reasons — changes in owner circumstances, allergies, moving abroad, or simply being found as strays. None of these reasons reflect on the animal's character.

By choosing to adopt rather than buy, you help reduce demand for commercial breeding, give an animal a loving home, and support the vital work that rescue shelters do across Europe.