Dwarf shar pei as a breed appeared quite a long time ago. However, in most countries it is still considered a tribal marriage, since the FCI standard clearly specifies the growth of shar pei. Not so long ago in the Russian National Club of the breed of shar pei were approved monobreed exhibitions, where miniature shar pei took seats and received awards. And it is possible that the time when the mini-pei will be an independent breed is not far off.
The birth of dwarf shar pei in most cases can not be predicted. They are usually born from standard parents and up to 3-4 months are no different from their littermates. In the knitting of two mini-singers, the chances of getting miniature pups are slightly higher. But they can become standard in the future. You can buy a guaranteed miniature shar pei only after the year when the final growth of the dog is formed. In other cases, breeders can only assume that, at the end of their growth, the puppy will remain a mini-song.
Education
These dogs make the impression of sad, but in fact, dwarf shar pei love to have fun. They will live happily both in the house and in the yard, if only the loving owner was there. Sharpei - calm, faithful, very kind dogs, extremely affectionately related to children. They practically do not need to be trained. Sharpei are social from nature, they have a high intellect since birth. This is the only breed that itself accustoms to cleanliness!
Dwarf shar peiies are extremely well-balanced dogs. The hysteria is as alien to them as the melancholy that afflicts many owners. It is easy to educate, but you need to do it without nerves and aggression. Actually, the fundamentals of upbringing, the rules of behavior in the family - that's all that needs to be explained to shar pei from childhood. The rest he will absorb with age and learn himself. The amazing sensitivity of these dogs to the mood of the owner, the willingness to comfort, cheer and cheer him up make sharie an unbeatable companion.
Feeding
There are three main types of diets that are acceptable for shar pei. Actually, they are suitable for all other breeds. It is important to immediately decide which type of diet you choose for your pet. It is extremely undesirable to change food during the dog's life.
"Predator's diet"
In this diet, only raw foods are used. The daily diet of the dog consists of 80% of the products that contain proteins of animal origin, and 20% of grated vegetables (a source of carbohydrates, vitamins and fiber).
You can give:
- fresh meat, insides (liver, heart, kidneys, stomachs);
- eggs, a bird;
- various fermented milk products;
- fish sea (2 times a week);
- Fresh vegetables (except beets and potatoes).
"Artificial type of food"
For feeding, dry premium fodders or super premium class are used. The food must accurately correspond to the age of the dog and its lifestyle. When choosing a feed preference is best given to proven and known trademarks. When feeding sharieya dry food, you must follow several rules:
- Do not give the dog any food other than feed;
- Without special reasons, do not change the brand of feed;
- It is often necessary to degelmetise the dog, since dry food is an excellent nutrient substrate for helminths;
- It is necessary to adhere strictly to the batch dosage prescribed by the manufacturer.
"Mixed type of feeding"
Combination of natural products and feeds of industrial production. Feed the dog twice a day: the first time - dry food, the second time - fresh meat or by-products.
Care
Among the inhabitants of the common opinion that it is very difficult to care for shar pei. The question of the constant wiping of folds has turned from an anecdote into a "red rag" for potential owners. In fact, the short wool of a dwarf shar pei makes it much more simple and convenient to care for. Especially in a city apartment.
To comb the shar pei, rubber brushes or brushes with short bristles are used. In molting, it is often necessary to take the dog out onto the street and carefully comb it out - this will help to rid the carpets and furniture upholstery from the wool. Ears of a healthy dwarf shar pei also do not need intervention - a couple of times a week just look there. If there is a large accumulation of dirty sulfur in the auricle - just remove it with a soft cotton swab. The eyes of shar pei can slightly fester in the morning. In some dogs, mild lacrimation is observed all through life. Like any dog, a dwarf shar pei needs claw care. Buy a special dog claw and be taught this procedure from childhood.