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2 unusual facts about Shar Pei


Shar Pei

Foo Dog, dog breeds originating in China that resemble Chinese guardian lions and hence are also called Foo or Fu Dogs or Lion Dogs

In the Shar-pei they discovered four small differences located in the gene HAS2 which is responsible for making hyaluronic acid synthase 2.


Miniature Shar Pei

Until Shar Pei became AKC recognized, and the larger standard was adopted, those breeding what are now known as Miniature Shar Pei were actually breeding the more original size.


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Bone-mouth

Dali is the original place of the traditional bone-mouth Shar-Pei.