--- title: "Ori Pei" id: "191504" type: "breeds" slug: "ori-pei" published_at: "2022-07-02T04:19:11+00:00" modified_at: "2026-10-17T15:26:30+00:00" url: "https://petlandbradenton.com/breed/ori-pei/" markdown_url: "https://petlandbradenton.com/breed/ori-pei.md" excerpt: "The Ori Pei is a delightful medium-sized breed known for its unique appearance and gentle demeanor. Originating from a combination of the Chinese Shar-Pei and the American breed, this dog brings together the best features of both lineage, creating a..." taxonomy_breed_group: - "Hybrid & Designer Breeds" taxonomy_breed_size: - "Medium" --- [Back to Breeds](https://petlandbradenton.com/breed/) Medium breed # Ori Pei Puppies The Ori Pei is a hybrid of Pug and Ori Pei. It possesses the laid-back nature and stocky figure of the Shar Pei but small like the Pug. It possesses a lot of qualities that make it a great pet. Discover more about our [Ori Pei puppies for sale](/puppies-for-sale/) below! - Great with kids - Lap dog - Quiet - Low maintenance [Ask about Ori Pei puppies](#pb-ask) We do not have Ori Pei puppies on the floor today. Tell us what you are looking for and we will let you know the moment one arrives, or help you find a breed that suits your home just as well. - Exercise 30 min a day ![Oripei](https://petlandbradenton.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/ori-pei-1-542x542.jpg) Share[https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fpetlandbradenton.com%2Fbreed%2Fori-pei%2F](https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fpetlandbradenton.com%2Fbreed%2Fori-pei%2F) [https://pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fpetlandbradenton.com%2Fbreed%2Fori-pei%2F&description=Ori%20Pei%20puppies](https://pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fpetlandbradenton.com%2Fbreed%2Fori-pei%2F&description=Ori%20Pei%20puppies) ## About the Ori Pei [Stay connected via Google News Follow Us For The Latest Pet Updates and Guides.](https://www.google.com/preferences/source?q=petlandbradenton.com) The Ori Pei is a delightful medium-sized breed known for its unique appearance and gentle demeanor. Originating from a combination of the Chinese Shar-Pei and the American breed, this dog brings together the best features of both lineage, creating a loving companion that fits perfectly into family life. With a good level of affection, Ori Peis are often charming with children and can adapt well to family dynamics, provided they are socialized from a young age. Read more about the Ori Pei Show less When it comes to energy, these dogs are moderately active, which makes them well-suited to apartment living. While they enjoy playtime and daily walks, they do not require strenuous exercise, making them a perfect fit for families with varied lifestyles. Thanks to their manageable shedding and straightforward grooming needs, requiring just a weekly brushing, upkeep is quite easy, allowing you to spend more quality time with your furry friend. In terms of training and intelligence, Ori Peis are typically eager to please, which means that with consistent and positive reinforcement, they can learn commands and tricks fairly well. While they have a friendly disposition, they may display a low tendency to bark unless provoked, ensuring a peaceful environment both at home and in shared spaces. If you are considering adding a loving and adaptable companion to your family, the Ori Pei could be the perfect match for you, especially if you’re looking for a breed that thrives in settings like Petland Bradenton, Florida. [Stay connected via Google News Follow Us For The Latest Pet Updates and Guides.](https://www.google.com/preferences/source?q=petlandbradenton.com) ## Ori Pei breed profile Every score below is set by our team for this breed. Higher is simply more of that trait, not better or worse. ### Temperament - Affection Very affectionate - Playfulness Calm - With strangers Cautious - Territorial Relaxed - Prey drive Low ### Family & other pets - Young children With supervision - Older children Good - Other dogs Usually fine - Cats With introductions ### Energy & exercise - Energy Moderate - Mental stimulation Moderate ### Training - Trainability Willing learner - Intelligence Bright - Stubbornness A stubborn streak ### Care & upkeep - Shedding Light - Drooling Minimal - Barking Occasional ### Home life - Apartment living Well suited - Time alone A few hours - Cold weather Average - Warm weather Average ### A good match for - First-time owners Good first dog - Senior owners Suitable - Running partner Short distances - Hiking Short walks - Therapy work Possible - Guarding Low ## Living with a Ori Pei ### History Ori Pei originated in North America in the 1970s and has since then grown in popularity, it has both the Pug and Shar Pei blood being a crossbreed of both. This short-haired dog with wrinkled fur is born in various colors with tan or black being the most common. ### Temperament Ori Pei’s temperament is a combination of that of its parents; Pug and Shar Pei. It has the charm and humor from the Pug then stubbornness and assertiveness from the Shar Pei. It possesses a friendly disposition, well-mannered with a fair-tempered nature. This nature allows the breed gets along well with children, it also loves pleasing its master by learning new tricks. In general, Ori Pei is a dog with a highly intelligent and friendly temperament. ### Environment This dog breed is not highly active and would prefer to stay indoors, Ori Pei does not do well with heat and as a result, should be kept indoors most of the time. It makes a wonderful apartment dog and does well in a small backyard. It requires an environment where it will be able to live with a loving and gentle family. ### Exercise Ori Pei cannot run long distances due to its short nose, taking it on short walks is a great way to exercise its body. Exercise should be kept moderate and when the weather is hot, exercise should be restricted to cooler times of the day. While exercising, the owner needs to watch out for breathing problems or overheating issues due to its short muzzles. ### Grooming Ori Pei has a short coat and as a result, does not require excessive grooming. Regular baths are needed though and shin folds need regular attention Our **Ori Pei**puppies for sale come from either USDA licensed commercial breeders or hobby breeders with no more than 5 breeding mothers. USDA licensed commercial breeders account for less than 20% of all breeders in the country. The unregulated breeders who are selling outside of the USDA regulations and without a license are what we consider to be “Puppy Mills.” We are committed to offering **Ori Pei**puppies who will grow up to become important members of your family. We only purchase puppies from the very best sources, and we stand behind every puppy we sell. ## Caring for a Ori Pei GroomingWeekly brushing Grooming costLow Monthly foodAverage Outdoor spaceManages without a yard Allergy friendlyNot considered hypoallergenic ## Frequently Asked Questions ### What are the common health conditions with Ori Pei? A couple of health problems common with Ori Pei include respiratory infection, entropion, cherry eye, giardia, demodectic mange, etc. ### Does Ori Pei do well when left alone for a long period of time? Ori Pei is a dog that craves human companionship and as a result, loves to always be around its family, as a result, it does not do well with being left alone for a long period of time. ### Is Ori Pei easy to train? Although Ori Pei has an independent mind that requires a lot of patience from its trainer, it is easy to train as the dog always aims to please. A lot of praise and enticing rewards can get the training done in no time. ### Does Ori Pei do well with strangers and other dogs? If properly socialized, Ori Pei will blend well with strange faces and dogs, in order to achieve this though, it has to be introduced to a couple of strangers and other dogs which will help build its trust with strange faces. ### How big is a full-grown Ori Pei? When fully grown, the Ori Pei can reach a height of between 12 to 15 inches with a weight that ranges from 15 pounds to 30 pounds. Its compact size makes it a good travel companion. ### How long can the Ori Pei live? The average life expectancy of the Ori Pei is between 12 to 15 years; however, the dog’s activities should be properly monitored so as to enable it to live a long, healthy and happy life. ### Is Ori Pei a good guard dog? Ori Pei possesses an inherent Shar Pei gene which makes it very efficient with respect to protecting its house and its owner. It will notify its owners of suspicious people and activities going on around the house. It does not take the safety of its family lightly. ### Is Ori Pei a loud barker? The only time the Ori Pei will bark loudly when it spots strange faces around its vicinity, this can be curbed early by training the dog to know that people you invite over pose no threat. It is very alert and will bark to notify its owner if any threat is suspected. ### What are the coat color possibilities of the Ori Pei? Ori Pei’s coat colors can come in white, black, gray or brown. ### How long should you walk the Ori Pei? This breed does not require a lot of exercise. Walks should be limited to at most forty minutes per day, just enough to burn off some energy. If you are in need of a dog that does not require a significant amount of physical activity, low maintenance and still fun to be around, the Ori Pei is your perfect match. ## Similar Breeds ![Miniature Goldendoodle Puppy](https://petlandbradenton.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/miniature-goldendoodle-1-542x542.jpg) ### [Miniature Goldendoodle Puppy](https://petlandbradenton.com/breed/miniature-goldendoodle/) ![Great-Dane](https://petlandbradenton.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/great-dane-1-542x542.jpg) ### [Great Dane](https://petlandbradenton.com/breed/great-dane/) ![Italian-Greyhound](https://petlandbradenton.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/italian-greyhound-1-542x542.jpg) ### [Italian Greyhound Puppy](https://petlandbradenton.com/breed/italian-greyhound/) ![Great-Pyranees](https://petlandbradenton.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/great-pyrenees-1-542x542.jpg) ### [Great Pyrenees](https://petlandbradenton.com/breed/great-pyrenees/) ## Ready to Meet Them? 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