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

Spinone Italianos are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

China

Italy

Chow Chow

italian rough-haired dog

206 BC

ancient times

Non Sporting (AKC:1992)
Northern Breeds (UKC)

Sporting (AKC:2000)
Gun Dog Breeds (UKC)

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Brown
Isabella

Black
Fawn
Cream
Red

Brown
Isabella
Fawn
White
Pied

Straight

Wiry

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.

A Spinone Italiano can have a litter of 12-14 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

Bloat
Ataxia

Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Demodectic Mange
Skin Problems
Heat Sensitivity

Otitis Externa
Ectropion
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism

Eye
Hip
Elbow
Blood
Knee
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Eye
Hip
Blood Test
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Chinese Shar-Peis need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Spinone Italianos require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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.

Spinone Italianos are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Spinone Italiano dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Chinese Shar-Pei, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Spinone Italiano, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Chinese Shar-Peis usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Spinone Italianos usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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

The Spinone Italiano requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of a Spinone Italiano is somewhere $2.80 - $3.20 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 a Spinone Italiano is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $1140 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.

Spinone Italiano 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.

Spinone Italianos are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

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