Chinese Shar-Peis aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Avoid Italian Greyhuahuas as watchdogs - they're not effective.

China

United States

Chow Chow

Chihuahua and Italian Greyhound

206 BC

2000s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Fawn
Cream
Red

Brindle
Sable
Pied
White
Silver
Blue
Fawn
Cream
Red
Brown
Gray
Black

A Chinese Shar-Pei can have a litter of 8-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

An Italian Greyhuahua can have a litter of 2-4 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Entropion
Hip Dysplasia
Kidney Problems
Chinese Shar-Pei Fever
Mast Cell Tumors

Patellar Luxation
Tracheal Collapse
Molera
Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)

Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Demodectic Mange
Skin Problems
Heat Sensitivity

Skin Diseases and Disorders
Eye Conditions (Cataracts, Lens Luxation)

Eye
Hip
Elbow
Blood
Knee
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Blood And Urine Analysis
Diagnostic Imaging
Cardiac Test

Chinese Shar-Peis' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Italian Greyhuahuas are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Chinese Shar-Pei dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Italian Greyhuahuas bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Napping, Exploring, Jogging, Walking, Cuddles, Sniffing, Fetch, Sleeping, Running, Going on walks, Chewing bones, Cuddling, Eating Snacks, Walk, Tug-of-war, Play, Walks

Road trip, Fetch, Run, Playdate, Dog Parks, Watching tv, Tug-of-war, Dancing, Walk, Movies, Playing fetch, Cuddles, Tug of war, Running, Walking, Racing, Laser, Blanket hog, Eating Ice, Car rides, Playing Soccer, Eating icecubes, Walks, Barking, Toys, Swimming, Hugging, Hide and seek, Snuggle time, Snuggling

Chinese Shar-Peis are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Italian Greyhuahuas are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

The Chinese Shar-Pei has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Italian Greyhuahua is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Ideally, Chinese Shar-Pei should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Italian Greyhuahua should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 45-60 pound (20 - 27 kg) Chinese Shar-Pei feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 10-15 pound (5 - 7 kg) Italian Greyhuahua feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Chinese Shar-Pei is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of an Italian Greyhuahua is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Chinese Shar-Pei is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of an Italian Greyhuahua is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Chinese Shar-Peis are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Italian Greyhuahua has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Chinese Shar-Peis are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Italian Greyhuahuas are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Chinese Shar-Peis are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Italian Greyhuahuas have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.