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ladies and Gentlemen let's dive into the
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wonderful world of the sharpi you know
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that wrinkly little dog that looks like
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it just emerged from a deep fried vat of
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dough with their unique appearance and
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quirky personality these dogs have
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captured the hearts of many but before
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you rush out to adopt one of these
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adorable creatures let's break down the
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12 pros and cons of owning a sharpi hold
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on to your seats it's going to be a
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one unique appearance
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first off let's talk about their looks
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Shar pies are one of a kind with their
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deep wrinkles and that signature blue
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black tongue they look like they've been
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through a few too many beauty treatments
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you'll never lose them in a crowd unless
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they decide to roll around in the
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companions these dogs are fiercely loyal
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once they choose you as their human
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you're stuck together like glue they'll
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follow you around the house making sure
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your never alone it's like having your
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own personal shadow that doesn't judge
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you for binge watching reality
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TV three low exercise
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needs if you're not a fan of long walks
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or intense play sessions Rejoice sharpet
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don't require much exercise a short
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stroll around the block is usually
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enough to keep them happy perfect for
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those days when your idea of exercise is
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getting up to grab snacks from the
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kitchen four great watchdogs
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despite their laid-back demeanor sh Pace
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can be excellent Watchdogs they might
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not Chase off Intruders with speed but
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they'll bark loudly enough to alert you
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like having an alarm system that runs on
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grooming with their short coats Sharps
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don't require extensive grooming a quick
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wipe down here and there will keep them
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looking Dapper no more spending hours at
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the groomer or vacuuming up toughs of
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fur that seem to multiply overnight
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nature these dogs tend to have a calm
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disposition they're not hyperactive
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little fur balls bouncing off walls
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they're more like furry cushions that
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occasionally get up for a snack it's
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perfect for those who prefer a more
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pet cons now that we've covered the
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delightful aspects of owning a sharpi
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let's flip the coin and discuss the cons
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the quirks that might make you think
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issues let's face it Sharps can be prone
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to health problems due to their unique
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Anatomy from skin issues to breathing
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difficulties you might find yourself at
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the vet more often than you'd like
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account eight stubbornness in
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training these little guys can be quite
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stubborn when it comes to training they
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have their own ideas about what commands
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to follow usually the ones that involve
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you might find yourself negotiating with
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a furry little dictator who thinks sit
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means I'll sit when I feel like it nine
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heat with all those wrinkles comes a
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downside sharp Pace can struggle in hot
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weather due to their breathing issues
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you'll need to keep them cool and
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comfortable during summer months think
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doggy air conditioning or an ice
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maintenance those are adorable wrinkles
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require some maintenance you'll need to
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clean between them regularly to prevent
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infections or irritations because
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nothing says I love my dog like digging
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folds 11 aloofness with
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strangers while they're loyal to their
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families sharp Pace can be aloof with
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strangers if you're looking for a dog
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that will greet every visitor with
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enthusiasm this might not be your breed
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they'll likely give newcomers the side
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eye before deciding if they're worthy of
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affection 12th potential for
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aggression if not socialized properly
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sharp pies can exhibit aggressive
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tendencies toward other dogs or
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unfamiliar people it's essential to
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start socializing them early otherwise
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you might end up with a furry little
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bodyguard who thinks every passer by is
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a threat so there you have it the 12
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pros and cons of owning a
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sharpi they're Charming little creatures
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with quirk works and challenges that
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make them truly unique
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companions if you're ready for the
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adventure that comes with owning one of
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these wrinkly wonders go ahead and
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welcome one into your
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home just remember love them fiercely
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but handle those wrinkles gently thank
