Where are Shar-Pei from?

The Chinese Shar-Pei is from China. The Shar-Pei has a long history in China, dating back to the Han Dynasty (around 200 B.C.). Experts believe the breed originated in the southern provinces, with a significant presence in the Guangdong province. The breed’s distinctive features, such as its wrinkled skin and blue-black tongue, have been maintained through centuries of selective breeding.