Proper Shar Pei Care
Shar Pei’s have a personality that is all their own just the same as they have health problems all their own. A Shar Pei faces several health problems due to the wrinkles in their skin such as ear infections, skin problems and eye problems. The best way to avoid health problems with your Shar Pei is to keep your regular appointments with a veterinarian.
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.
You should purchase an ear wash from your veterinarian and use it at least once a week to keep your dogs ears clean. The ear wash will help to loosen all the earwax inside the ear including further down in the ear canal. At least once a month it is also a good idea to place a special salve in the ears to help prevent ear infections. It is important to get your dog to a veterinarian right away if you notice any signs of an ear infection. Getting medical attention for conditions such as ear infections as soon as possible is the key to keeping your dog healthy.
When your Shar Pei begins pawing at their eyes you know they have eye problems. The Shar Pei can have problems with the lids rolling in because of the wrinkles in their skin. Sometimes just the top or bottom lids are affected but in some cases both the lids can be affected. As soon as possible you want to correct this Shar Pei health problem with an operation otherwise your Shar Pei can eventually go blind. For your dog it feels the same as having an eyelash stuck in your eye and you know how painful that can be.
Skin conditions are the most common Shar Pei health problems. Your dog is actually rare compared to other Shar Pei’s if they don’t have skin problems. Occasionally too much bathing can results in skin problems. It is important that you rinse your Shar Pei very well after you bathe them. You can use human Benedryl in order to help with the itching and it won’t harm the dog.
Checking between the paws from time to time is another important part of the Shar Pei health check. Shar Pei can sometimes get sore paws and you will know this when it happens because your dog will start to constantly lick their paws. Your veterinarian can recommend an antibiotic salve, that won’t harm your dog in case they lick it. The antibiotic will also help to get rid of the soreness between their paws.
Despite the many Shar Pei health problems the breed makes an excellent pet. There is less change of having your Shar Pei develop breed specific health problems if you get them from a reputable breeder.
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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