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Shar Pei’s not only have a unique personality but they also have health problems that are just as unique to their breed as their personality. Due to the wrinkles in a Shar Pei’s skin they face many Shar Pei health problems such as ear infections, skin problems and eye problems.

It is a good idea to purchase an ear wash from your veterinarian and use it at least once a week. An ear wash will help to loosen the wax inside and further down the ear canal. You should also place a special salve in the ears at least once a month in order to prevent any ear infections.

If you notice any signs of an ear infection it is important to get your dog to a veterinarian right away. The key to keeping your dog healthy is getting medical attention for conditions such as ear infections as soon as possible.

You will know your Shar Pei has problems with their eyes when they begin pawing at them. Due to their wrinkles, the Shar Pei has problems with the lids rolling in. Sometimes it can affect just the top lid or the bottom lid and occasionally both lids will be affected. It is important to correct this Shar Pei health problem as soon as possible because without the operation your Shar Pei can eventually go blind. For the dog it is the same as having an eyelash stuck in your eye and everyone knows how painful that can be.

The most common Shar Pei health problems that are seen by veterinarians are skin conditions. A Shar Pei without skin problems is actually a rare dog. Too much bathing can sometimes lead to skin problems. After you bathe your Shar Pei it is important to rinse them thoroughly. To help with the itching you can use human Benedryl and it won’t hurt your dog.

Another important part of the Shar Pei health is to look between the paws from time to time. You will know when your Shar Pei develops sore paws because they will start to lick their paws constantly. Your veterinarian can recommend an antibiotic salve that will get rid of the soreness between their paws without harming your dog in case they lick it.

Despite their health problems the Shar Pei makes an excellent pet. If you are getting your dog from a reputable breeder there is less chance that your Shar Pei will develop breed specific health problems. On the other hand, getting a Shar Pei from a puppy mill or unknown source could have health problems.

It is important that you carefully consider both the puppy and the person you are getting the dog from before taking it into your household. If you have any concerns regarding your Shar Pei health you should talk with your veterinarian since they are trained to handle breed specific problems.

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