The coat is absolutely straight and offstanding on the main trunk of the body but generally lies somewhat flatter on the limbs. The coat appears healthy without being shiny or lustrous. The Shar-Pei is shown in its natural state. A solid colored dog may have shading, primarily darker down the back and on the ears. The gait is free and balanced with the feet tending to converge on a center line of gravity when the dog moves at a vigorous trot.
Proper movement is essential.
The Shar-Pei stands firmly on the ground with a calm, confident stature. Deviation from a scissors bite. A soft coat, a wavy coat, a coat in excess of 1 inch in length at the withers or a coat that has been trimmed. Solid Pink Tongue. Absence of a complete tail.