Instructions
Visit any rescue centers in your area to see if there are any Shar Pei puppies available for adoption. Look for shelters that specialize in finding homes for Shar Peis. Expect to be interviewed by a member of the staff at the shelter before you are able to take a puppy home. You will be asked questions about your lifestyle and home environment. This helps the shelter staff find out if the particular dog will be suited to your family.
Visit any dog shows that take place in your area. Look for people showing their Shar Peis in competitions and approach them to ask any questions you might have about the breed. Interact with dog owners after shows to see whether they can recommend a reputable Shar Pei breeder. You also can contact the American Kennel Club to find contact information for a responsible Shar Pei breeder in your area.
Contact a breeder to see if he has any available puppies and arrange a time to go and visit them. Never arrange to purchase a puppy from a breeder without meeting it in person and assessing its living conditions beforehand. Ask to see the parents of the puppies when you visit the breeder. Check that the dogs are healthy and are being kept in good, clean conditions with lots of space to move around, rather than being housed in crates. Arrange for your veterinarian to give the puppy a health check before you agree to the purchase.
How to Get a Shar Pei Puppy
The Shar Pei is a breed of dog that originated in China. The dog can be identified by its hippopotamus-shaped head and the folds of loose skin on its face and body. According to the American Kennel Club, the Shar Pei is an intelligent yet independent dog that can have a stubborn temperament and will act aloof around strangers. If you want to bring a Shar Pei into your family, it is important to find a responsible breeder to avoid supporting the puppy mill industry. Alternatively, you may also choose to rescue a Shar Pei that needs a home.