Dog breed

Bone-mouth

Origin: People's Republic of China

Also known as: Chinese Fighting Dog, Chinese Shar-pei, Guzui, Traditional Shar-pei

The Shar Pei is a dog breed from southern China. Traditionally kept as a property guardian, the Shar Pei was driven to the brink of extinction in the 20th century. The breed is known in the West for its deep wrinkles, while a traditional less wrinkled form is maintained in Hong Kong.

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Sources & references

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shar_Pei
http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q14766993

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