Shar-Pei Appearance

Weight

Height: 18-20 inches Weight: 40-55 pounds
Miniatures are 14-17 inches and 20-32 pounds

Head and Skull

The head is large and proudly carried and covered with profuse wrinkles on the forehead that continue framing the face. The almond shaped eyes are dark, small, and sunken with a scowling expression. The ears are extremely small, rather thick triangles with slight round tips.  The skull is flat and broad and the muzzle is what makes this breed so distinctive.  The nose is large and wide and darkly pigmented.  The lips and top of muzzle are well-padded and the tongue, roof of mouth, and gums are solid bluish-black

Neck, Topline, Body

The neck is full and set well into the shoulders.  There are moderate to heavy folds of loose skin and abundant dewlap about the neck and throat.  The chest is broad and deep with the brisket extending to the elbow.  The back is short and the tail is high, thick and round at the base, tapering to a fine point with the cutest curl. Dog.com - Discount Pet Supplies

Forequarters & Hindquarters

The shoulders are muscular. The forelegs are straight and moderately spaced, with the elbows close to the body.  The hocks are short and perpendicular to the ground.

The extremely harsh coat is a distinguishing feature.  The coat is absolutely straight and  lies somewhat flatter on the limbs. The coat is very healthy without being lustrous.  Coats range from the extremely short horse coat to the brush coat.  

Color

Only solid colors and sable are acceptable and are to be judged on an equal basis. A solid color dog may have shading, primarily darker, down the back and on the ears.

Gait

The gait is free and balanced resembling a trot.  The feet tend to converge on a center line of gravity when the dog moves at a vigorous trot.

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