Shar Pei Rescue Dogs & Puppies for Adoption in and around New Forest
There is 1 Shar Pei looking for a new home in and around New Forest right now, listed by Staffie & Stray Rescue. Includes Shar Pei crosses.
It is with a rescue within about 25 miles of New Forest, in Ferndown. Each card shows the town and how far it is from the centre of New Forest.
Each profile links to the rescue, who will talk you through their adoption process and fee.
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Shar Peis near New Forest right now
1 Shar Pei is listed in or around New Forest today, all with one rescue. The newest was added on 27 October 2026.
- Staffie & Stray Rescue at Ferndown, about 13 miles away: 1 Shar Pei
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About Shar Peis
| Breed group | Utility |
|---|---|
| Size | Medium |
| Height (breed standard) | 46 to 51 cm at the withers |
| Exercise | Up to 1 hour a day |
| Size of home | Small house with a small or medium garden |
| Grooming | Once a week |
| Coat | Short (sheds) |
| Lifespan | Over 10 years |
What Shar Peis are like to live with
The Shar Pei is a Chinese breed known for its loose, wrinkled skin and bristly coat. The Royal Kennel Club says the name translates as "harsh sandy coat" or "sand paper skin", that the breed probably shares some ancestry with the Chow Chow, and that it was developed as a hunter and a fighting dog. It says the breed was almost wiped out in the 20th century before a revival.
Sources (checked 30 September 2026)
- The Royal Kennel Club: Shar Pei (Height from the breed standard, also in sources.)
Read the full Shar Pei guide: health, temperament, costs and UK law →
Breed descriptions are general. Every rescue animal is an individual, so the rescue's own assessment of the animal comes first.
Shar Peis in New Forest: your questions
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How many rescue Shar Peis are available for adoption in New Forest?
As of 8 November 2026, 1 Shar Pei is listed for adoption in and around New Forest on LocalPetFinder, from Staffie & Stray Rescue. It is with a rescue within about 25 miles of New Forest, shown with its town and distance. Each profile links to the rescue, and you apply to adopt with them directly.
Which rescues near New Forest have Shar Peis right now, and how old are they?
As of 8 November 2026, Staffie & Stray Rescue (at Ferndown, about 13 miles away): 1. The newest was added on 27 October 2026. Each profile links to the rescue, which handles the adoption.
Where can I adopt a Shar Pei in New Forest?
With the rescue that has the dog. Today the Shar Peis on this page are with Staffie & Stray Rescue (1). Open a profile and apply to that rescue: each one runs its own application, home check and adoption fee. We don't rehome animals ourselves.
What does Shar Pei mean?
The name translates as "harsh sandy coat" or "sand paper skin", according to The Royal Kennel Club. It refers to the breed's bristly coat, which sits over loose, wrinkled skin.
How much exercise does a Shar Pei need?
Up to an hour a day, according to The Royal Kennel Club, which lists the breed as medium sized and suited to a small house with a small or medium garden. PDSA says a minimum of an hour, split into a couple of walks, plus training and play.
Are Shar Peis good with children?
It depends on the dog, not the breed. Today the rescues mark 1 of the 1 Shar Pei listed in and around New Forest as able to live with children. Where a profile says nothing, ask the rescue what age of children the dog could live with.
How much does it cost to adopt a Shar Pei in New Forest?
The Shar Peis listed in and around New Forest today are with Staffie & Stray Rescue at Ferndown, about 13 miles away (1); each profile shows that rescue's fee. Each rescue sets its own adoption fee. Dogs Trust charges £300 for a puppy or adult dog in England, Wales and Scotland, and Blue Cross fees start from £235 for dogs aged 8 or over and £335 for dogs aged 1 to 7. The fee usually covers neutering, microchipping and first vaccinations, and each rescue confirms its own fee.
Are there Shar Pei puppies for sale in New Forest?
No. We don't list animals for sale. Every Shar Pei on this page is with a rescue or rehoming centre. The 1 Shar Pei listed in and around New Forest today is with Staffie & Stray Rescue at Ferndown, about 13 miles away (1), and each rescue shows its own fee on the profile. For comparison, Dogs Trust £300, and Blue Cross puppies under six months start from £525. If you searched "shar pei puppies for sale New Forest", the Shar Peis here are the rescue route: you apply to the rescue and pay its adoption fee, not a sale price. In England, Lucy's Law has meant since 6 April 2020 that puppies under six months can't be sold by a third party such as a pet shop or dealer: you buy direct from the breeder or adopt from a rehoming centre.
Can I get a free Shar Pei to a good home in New Forest, or one under £500?
Usually not. UK rescues normally ask for an adoption fee, which pays towards neutering, microchipping and vaccinations. Of the 1 Shar Pei listed in and around New Forest today, each shows its rescue's fee on the profile; all are with Staffie & Stray Rescue at Ferndown, about 13 miles away (1). Many rescue fees are under £500: Dogs Trust charges £300, and Blue Cross from £235 for dogs aged 8 or over. An animal offered "free to a good home" is usually a private advert rather than a rescue. All dogs in the UK must be microchipped by 8 weeks old, and in England, Wales and Scotland a dog can't pass to a new keeper until it is chipped, so ask to see the microchip details.
Are there Shar Pei puppies for adoption in New Forest?
Not right now: none of the 1 listed in and around New Forest is under a year old by its listed age. Puppies do get listed, so check back or look at the adults, whose rescues can tell you much more about their character.
Are there older Shar Peis for adoption in New Forest?
Yes: 1 of the 1 listed in and around New Forest is aged 7 or over by their listed age. Some rescues charge less for older dogs: Blue Cross fees start from £235 for dogs aged 8 or over.
Is there a Shar Pei rescue near me in New Forest?
As of 8 November 2026, the Shar Peis listed in and around New Forest are with Staffie & Stray Rescue at Ferndown, about 13 miles away (1). You can also see Shar Peis across England. To see what is closest to you, search by postcode with the pet finder on our home page. To hear when one is listed, set up an email alert on this page.
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