Shar-Pei Lifespan

Looking to get a Shar-Pei Dog and need to know how long do Shar-Pei Dogs live for?

According to Australian breed survey, an average lifespan of Shar-Pei Dog is 8-10 years with some living 3 years more that what is expected.


Shar-Pei Lifespan

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How Long Can a Shar-Pei Live?

    If you own or thinking to have a Shar-Pei, understanding the Shar-Pei Dog life span is important when caring for these dogs.

    "How long do Shar-Pei Dogs live" is one of the tougher question, many pet owners ask themselves.

    We all know that these Shar-Pei Dogs cannot stay with us forever, so it is important that we understand the perils of old age and their average life expectancy of Shar-Pei.

    There are many factors that affect the lifespan of Shar-Pei Dog, including breed, size and the general health of your dog.

    These factors can help answer the questions on most Shar-Pei pet owner’s minds.

    How Long Do Dog's Live For?

    Lifespans for certain small dog breeds: Chihuahua (15-17 years), Chinese Crested (15-17 years), Smooth and Wire Fox Terrier (13-15 years), English Toy Spaniel (13-15 years), Pomeranian (14-16 years), Rat Terrier (13-15 years), Russell Terrier (12-14 years), Lakeland Terrier (12-14 years), Manchester Terrier (12-14 years) and Yorkshire Terrier (12-15 years).

    Lifespans for certain medium dog breeds: Australian Shepherd (12-15 years), Chinese Shar-Pei (12-14 years), Cocker Spaniel (13-15 years), Poodle (12-15 years), Whippet (12-15 years), Puli (10-15 years), Welsh Springer Spaniel (13-15 years), Bulldog (10-12 years), Boxer (10-12 years), Chow Chow (11-13 years), Curly-Coated Retriever (11-13 years) and French Bulldog (11-13 years).

    Lifespans for certain large dog breeds: Great Dane (8-10 years), Bernese Mountain Dog (7-10 years), Irish Wolfhound (8-10 years), Newfoundland (10-12 years), Giant Schnauzer (10-12 years), Dogue de Bordeaux (9-11 years), Rottweiler (10-12 years), St. Bernard (10-12 years), Scottish Deerhound (10-12 years), Flat-Coated Retriever (10-12 years), Akita (11-15 years), Anatolian Shepherd (11-13 years), Irish Setter (12-14 years) and Belgian Malinois (14-16 years).

Shar-Pei Lifespan

Shar-Pei Information

The Shar-Pei is compact and square, with a head slightly large for its body. Its signature wrinkles enabled it to twist away when grabbed by a dog when in a fight. Its stiff bristly coat further afforded protection against bites. The coat can be of either brush (not to exceed 1 inch) or horse (very short) types, both should be extremely harsh, straight and stand off the body. The small, close ears and small, sunken eyes afford further protection. The gait is free, with good reach and drive. The wide, powerful jaws, scowling expression and hippopotamus muzzle create a look unique to the breed.

The Shar-Pei is self-assured, serious, independent, stubborn and very much self-possessed. Although not particularly demonstrative, it is devoted and very protective of its family. It is reserved, even suspicious, toward strangers. It can be aggressive toward other dogs and may chase livestock and other animals, although it is generally good with other family pets. The Shar-Pei needs daily mental and physical stimulation, but its needs can be met with lively games throughout the day or a good long walk. It is not generally amenable to exclusive outdoor living, but it can divide its time between house and yard. The coat needs only weekly brushing, but wrinkles need regular attention to ensure that no irritations develop within the skin folds.

What to do if you lose your Shar-Pei

If your Shar-Pei Dog or any other pet has gone missing and it does not have an identification tag with a phone number, you can:

1. List your missing pet details at Pet Reunite website here.

2. Register the missing pet on the Local Facebook Lost Pets Groups Here.

3. Contact the nearby vets to see if someone has brought in your missing pet.

4. Contact the RSPCA or Visit the RSPCA Lost Pets website and complete a Lost Pet Report.

5. Visit Lost Pets Pages of Animal Pounds.

What to do if you find a lost Shar-Pei

If you find a Shar-Pei Dog or any other pet and it does not have an identification tag with a phone number, you can:

1. Register the found pet details at Pet Reunite website here.

2. Register the missing pet on the Local Facebook Lost Pets Groups.

3. Phone the Local Council to collect the lost animal.

4. Take the pet to the local Animal Shelter near to your area.

5. Take the pet to the local Vet who usually scan the animal’s microchip and phone the registered pet owner.

Laws Regarding Missing Pets

1. It is against the law to keep any animal that you find.

2. Pets are generally considered property and it is illegal to take and keep someone else’s property.

3. You must contact your local animal control unit and file a FOUND AN ANIMAL report for any dog or cat you find.

4. To reclaim your lost dog, cat or other pet from the animal shelter you must pay a release fee.

5. If your dog or cat is unregistered, you will have to register your pet before you can take it home.




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