--- title: "Ori Pei" id: "191504" type: "breeds" slug: "ori-pei" published_at: "2022-07-02T04:19:11+00:00" modified_at: "2026-10-17T04:34:37+00:00" url: "https://www.petlandashland.com/breed/ori-pei/" markdown_url: "https://www.petlandashland.com/breed/ori-pei.md" excerpt: "The Ori Pei is a charming small dog breed that captures hearts with its unique appearance and delightful temperament. Originating from a blend of the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Pug, this breed offers a friendly and affectionate personality, making it..." taxonomy_breed_group: - "Hybrid & Designer Breeds" taxonomy_breed_size: - "Medium" --- [Back to Breeds](https://www.petlandashland.com/breed/) Small 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 - Alert watchdog - 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. - Adult weight 18–30 lbs - Height 12–15 in - Lifespan 10–12 years - Exercise 30 min a day ![Oripei](https://www.petlandashland.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/ori-pei-1-600x600.jpg) Share[https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.petlandashland.com%2Fbreed%2Fori-pei%2F](https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.petlandashland.com%2Fbreed%2Fori-pei%2F) [https://pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.petlandashland.com%2Fbreed%2Fori-pei%2F&description=Ori%20Pei%20puppies](https://pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.petlandashland.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=petlandashland.com) The Ori Pei is a charming small dog breed that captures hearts with its unique appearance and delightful temperament. Originating from a blend of the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Pug, this breed offers a friendly and affectionate personality, making it an excellent companion for families and individuals alike. With a solid build and a bit of wrinkled charm, Ori Peis are known for their loving nature, particularly towards young children, contributing to a joyous family environment. Read more about the Ori Pei Show less Despite their moderate energy level, Ori Peis are surprisingly adaptable and do well in smaller living spaces, such as apartments. They enjoy regular walks and playtime, keeping them happy and healthy, while their low barking tendency ensures a peaceful home atmosphere. This breed is also sociable, getting along well with other dogs and even cats, making them a great addition to multi-pet households. Grooming needs are simple since an Ori Pei requires only weekly brushing to keep their coat looking neat, and they shed moderately, so you won’t have to constantly battle against stray fur. While they are not the most stubborn of breeds, their trainability requires a patient and consistent approach, allowing their intelligence to shine through. If you’re looking for a lovable companion that thrives in a family setting, the Ori Pei may just be the perfect fit for you. At Petland Ashland, Kentucky, you can discover all the joy this breed brings into a home. [Stay Connected Via Google News Follow Us For The Latest Pet Updates and Guides.](https://www.google.com/preferences/source?q=petlandashland.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 Playful - With strangers Warms up - Territorial Somewhat - Prey drive Low ### Family & other pets - Young children Good - 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 Needs a coat - Warm weather Comfortable ### A good match for - First-time owners Good first dog - Senior owners Good - 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 ![boxer](https://www.petlandashland.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/boxer-1-300x300.jpg) ### [Boxer](https://www.petlandashland.com/breed/boxer/) ![English Toy Spaniel](https://www.petlandashland.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/english-toy-spaniel-1-300x300.jpg) ### [English Toy Spaniel](https://www.petlandashland.com/breed/english-toy-spaniel/) ![Rhodesian Ridgeback](https://www.petlandashland.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/rhodesian-ridgeback-1-300x300.jpg) ### [Rhodesian Ridgeback](https://www.petlandashland.com/breed/rhodesian-ridgeback/) ![English Setter](https://www.petlandashland.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/english-setter-1-300x300.jpg) ### [English Setter](https://www.petlandashland.com/breed/english-setter/) ## Ready to Meet Them? 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