Ori Pei Breed Information & Characteristics

Unfortunately, the Ori Pei is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Playful
Loving
Independent
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Devoted
Gentle
Going
Cheerful
Reserved
Suspicious

Ori Pei dogs are not heavy shedders, but they will lose a significant amount of hair each year. To decrease the amount of shedding, you can regularly brush your Ori Pei. This will remove loose hair and keep his coat growing in the same direction.

Ori Peis are not the best watchdogs. If you want a guard dog, the Ori Pei is not the breed for you. They will 'watch' everything - but that's usually as far as they go.

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Pug and Shar-Pei

ACA = American Canine Association Inc.
APRI = American Pet Registry, Inc.
ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®
DBR = Designer Breed Registry

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Brown

Black
Brown

White
Brown
Gray
Black

The coat of an Ori Pei dog ranges in length from short to medium.

Straight

An Ori Pei can have a litter of 4-6 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.

The adaptability of Ori Pei dogs is a well-known trait, they are known for being able to adjust well to different living environments and lifestyle changes.

The Ori Pei is a very healthy breed, with little need for frequent vet visits. However, it's important to keep an eye on their health and have them checked by a veterinarian when needed.

Patellar Luxation
Epilepsy
Eye Problems
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Brain
Neurological Conditions

OCD
Hypothyroidism
Cancer
Chinese Shar-Pei Fever
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Eye Examinations
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Full Physical Examination
Neurological Testing
Blood Tests and Analysis
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system

For those who lead a balanced lifestyle, Ori Peis may be a good choice as they have an average energy level.

Ori Pei have above average social needs compared to other breeds.They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

The Ori Pei dog requires a moderate amount of physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. These breeds are ideal for people who have a moderate amount of time to devote to their pet and enjoy regular physical activity themselves. They also make great family pets as they have the energy to keep up with children and the temperament to be great companions.

The Ori Pei breed is known for their relaxed and calm nature and tendency to sleep for long periods of time.

Ori Peis tend to bark moderately, they bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or to communicate something. They may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Walk, Run, Play, Nap, Walking, Tug-of-war, Go on Vacation, Watching tv, Fetch, Taking walks, Cuddling, Naps, Sleep, Treats, More cuddles, Cuddles, Bed privileges, Play wrestling, Kisses, Being carried, Chase, Walks

Ori 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Ori Pei, it's at least 4 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Ori Peis usually need at least 40 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 Ori Pei is a breed of dog that is known for its low grooming needs.

Ori Pei 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

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 15-30 pound (7 - 14 kg) Ori Pei feed 2 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 an Ori Pei is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of an Ori 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 Ori Pei have below the average degree of obedience intelligence among other breeds. However, calling them “dumb dogs” is unfair. Where Ori Peis lack in obedience & working intelligence, they make up for it with their keen ability to understand human emotions.

Ori Pei dogs have average emotions and are adaptable to different situations, not requiring extra care like sensitive breeds do.

Ori Peis are known for being excellent apartment dogs. They are fairly active indoors and will do okay without a yard.

Ori Peis are average friendly dogs towards children.

Ori Peis are one of the best dogs for cats. They're accept cats readily as part of the family. However, this dog breed should be trained to not chase after the kitty early on

Ori Peis are friendly, active and loyal companions. They generally love to be around other dogs, making them a good family pet for some,

Ori Peis are average friendly around strangers. They can be wary around strangers and a little standoffish. Early socialisation is key.

Ori Peis have an average level of playfulness. The Ori Peis, like other dogs, like to play. But they are not the most playful dog breed.

Ori Pei dogs are usually easy to train, but may require consistency to fully obey commands.