Shar Pei
The Shar Pei (Cantonese: "shā pèih" or Mandarin: 沙皮 "shā pí") is a dog breed from southern China. Traditionally kept as a watchdog and property guardian, the Shar Pei was driven to the brink of extinction in the 20th century. The breed is known in the West for its deep wrinkles, whilst a traditional less wrinkled form is maintained in Hong Kong.