Shar Pei Puppy for Sale

A Shar Pei puppy for sale should be at least eight weeks of age to go to the new family. At this age, a puppy is given the basics of canine socialization from the mother and littermates and will be easy to socialize, train, adapt to the new house, and bond to the new owner. Don’t trust breeders who sell smaller puppies and don’t invite buyers to visit the kennel. It means that the breeder cares for profit only and keeps dogs in poor conditions.

To choose a quality Shar Pei puppy for sale you have to see both parents of the litter. It’s also useful to see the puppy communicating with the littermates. Though all Shar Pei dogs tend to be standoffish and aloof with strangers, the puppy should not be shy or aggressive with the littermates. The appearance and personality of the litter’s parents will give you an idea of the future look and disposition of the puppy. Often, purebred dogs look and behave much like their parents.

The main concern for a prospective dog owner is health of the dog. Only in reputable kennels, every Shar Pei puppy for sale is screened for all possible genetic disorders. Devoted breeders who care about the improvement of the breed do everything possible to eliminate hereditary health defects in the bloodline by checking the breeding stock and culling defective animals. It goes without saying that a purebred puppy should be sold with a health guarantee. Besides, the buyer has to check the puppy’s eyes, nose, and coat.

Today, Shar Pei puppies cost about the same with puppies of other breeds, but several decades ago, when the breed was rare, puppies of this breed were extremely expensive. In that time, many irresponsible breeders produced Shar Pei dogs and sold them to impulsive buyers attracted by the unusual look of the breed. Today, dogs of this breed are no longer exotic and expensive. A pet quality puppy costs about $300-$500; a show quality Shar Pei starts at $1000. There are many responsible and reputable breeders who can offer a Shar Pei puppy for sale for a reasonable price.