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- Average Litter Size of Chinese Shar-Pei
- Calculator to Predict How Many Puppies Chinese Shar-Pei Will Have
- How Much Does the Chinese Shar-Pei Puppy Weigh at Birth?
- How Big Will a Chinese Shar-Pei Puppy Get?
- How Much is a Chinese Shar-Pei Puppy
- How Long is a Chinese Shar-Pei Pregnant?
- How to Ensure a Successful Pregnancy in Chinese Shar-Pei
- Conclusion on Chinese Shar-Pei Litter Size
Average Litter Size of Chinese Shar-Pei
Researchers from the Norwegian School of Veterinary Science did a study where they counted the numbers of puppies in 17 different Chinese Shar-Pei birth litters.
From this study, the researchers found that the average number of puppies that Chinese Shar-Peis can have is 3 puppies. Also, the Chinese Shar-Pei can have as few as 1 puppies per litter and as many as 8 puppies per litter.
See how the litter size of the Chinese Shar-Pei compares to that of other dog breeds below:
Read this article to learn about how many puppies dogs have.
Calculator to Predict How Many Puppies Chinese Shar-Pei Will Have
Chinese Shar-Pei Litter Size Predictor
According to the result of the research carried out by researchers from the Norwegian School of Veterinary Science, the number of puppies a Chinese Shar-Pei will have depends on the following main factors:
- The size of the breed (most important factor): Giant dog breeds tend to have a bigger litter size, while smaller breeds give birth to a smaller number of puppies
- The method of mating: Natural mating results in a larger litter size than artificial insemination.
- The age of the female dog: Check out the chart below to see how many puppies a female Chinese Shar-Pei is likely to have at different ages.
According to research, the following factors do not affect litter size:
- The time of the year of the litter was born (season of birth): Although, from the study, litters born in the Spring seem to be larger than litters from other seasons, however, the difference was not of significance.
- The number of times a female dog has given birth in the past (known as parity): The age of the female dog is more important to the extent that it makes parity insignificant.
Based on the important factors that affect litter size, the researchers from the Norwegian School of Veterinary Science developed formulas for predicting the litter size of dogs.
We have developed the Chinese Shar-Pei litter size calculator above based on their formulas. Use the calculator to predict how many puppies a Chinese Shar-Pei will have based on the age, and method of pregnancy for a Chinese Shar-Pei
The calculator tells you how many puppies your Chinese Shar-Pei will have if your Chinese Shar-Pei gets pregnant today. The calculator assumes that the length of pregnancy will be two months.
Note that we are NOT in any way encouraging you to breed your Chinese Shar-Pei. Dog breeding requires expertise. If you want to be breeding dogs, get the necessary training. Also, work closely with a veterinarian when breeding a dog.
The table below shows the average litter size to expect from a Chinese Shar-Pei at different ages. This table applies to a Chinese Shar-Pei that conceives through natural mating.
| Age (Years) | Average Litter Size | Litter Size Range |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | 6 puppies | 5 to 7 puppies |
| 3 | 6 puppies | 4 to 8 puppies |
| 4 | 6 puppies | 4 to 8 puppies |
| 5 | 6 puppies | 4 to 8 puppies |
| 6 | 6 puppies | 3 to 8 puppies |
| 7 | 5 puppies | 3 to 8 puppies |
| 8 | 5 puppies | 2 to 8 puppies |
| 9 | 5 puppies | 1 to 8 puppies |
How Much Does the Chinese Shar-Pei Puppy Weigh at Birth?
Veterinarian researchers did a study to find out how much Chinese Shar-Pei puppies weigh at birth. These researchers weighed 11 Chinese Shar-Pei puppies at birth.
Based on the study of the weight of 11 Chinese Shar-Pei puppies, the average weight of the Chinese Shar-Pei at birth is 450 grams (15.9 ounces). The birth weight of the Chinese Shar-Pei puppy typically ranges from 425 grams (15.0 ounces) to 475 grams (16.8 ounces).
16 ounces equal one pound.
The factors that affect the weight of a Chinese Shar-Pei puppy at birth include the size, weight, and age of the mother.
Importantly, research has also shown that female dogs that give birth at ages between 2 and 8 years give birth to puppies that are heavier than puppies birthed by younger or older female dogs.
Furthermore, according to another research study that weighed Chinese Shar-Pei puppies from 4 litters, Chinese Shar-Peis can weigh 360–440 grams at birth.
How Big Will a Chinese Shar-Pei Puppy Get?
A Chinese Shar-Pei puppy will grow up to weigh around 40 to 55 pounds. Furthermore, a Chinese Shar-Pei puppy will grow up to be 18 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder.
Learn more about Chinese Shar-Pei weight and how big Chinese Shar-Peis grow here
How Much is a Chinese Shar-Pei Puppy
The average price of a Chinese Shar-Pei puppy is $1590. The price of a Chinese Shar-Pei puppy ranges from $1100 to $2000.
Since the Chinese Shar-Pei has an average litter size of 3, therefore a Chinese Shar-Pei litter birth is worth $4770.
To learn more about the price of Chinese Shar-Pei puppy, check our review on how much Chinese Shar-Pei puppy cost, and Chinese Shar-Pei buying advice.
How Long is a Chinese Shar-Pei Pregnant?
Chinese Shar-Peis are pregnant for 63 days on average (2 months) after conception. However, this is an average value. The length of pregnancy in Chinese Shar-Peis can range from 58-68 days.
However, note that it is difficult to know the exact day that your Chinese Shar-Pei conceives because conception may not happen at the same time that mating happens.
Sperm can live inside a female Chinese Shar-Pei for several days after mating before conception occurs.
How to Ensure a Successful Pregnancy in Chinese Shar-Pei
To ensure that your Chinese Shar-Pei successfully gets pregnant and deliver its puppies, here at the things you can do:
- Feed your Chinese Shar-Pei well: A good diet will ensure that your Chinese Shar-Pei has the nutrients and the energy it needs to get pregnant and maintain the pregnancy.
- Make sure your Chinese Shar-Pei is in good health: Ensure you take your Chinese Shar-Pei to the Vet care regularly for checkups, make sure your Chinese Shar-Pei gets regular exercise. Also, make sure that your is not overweight or underweight.
To learn how to check if your Chinese Shar-Pei is overweight or underweight, check out this resource.
Conclusion on Chinese Shar-Pei Litter Size
Chinese Shar-Peis can have 3 puppies per litter birth on average. The number of puppies that a Chinese Shar-Pei will have depends on factors such as the age of the Chinese Shar-Pei and the method of pregnancy (natural or artificial insemination).
Breeding Chinese Shar-Peis the right way requires expertise and should be done after sufficient training.
Also, you should work closely with a veterinarian when breeding a Chinese Shar-Pei. There are a lot of nuances involved in breeding a dog, which we do not have the time or the space to discuss here.
However, working with a veterinarian will ensure that your Chinese Shar-Pei gets the right treatment necessary to make healthy puppies.
The litter size research study that we used for this article was conducted on Chinese Shar-Peis in Norway. However, the authors of the research believe that the results can be generalized to other countries that have similar dog management systems as Norway.
