Ms Blue - Shar Pei Dog for Adoption in Petersburg, Virginia

Blue is a five year old female Shar Pei with a soft blue grey coat, a serious set of wrinkles, and no idea at all how dignified she looks.

She came to us as an owner surrender. She belonged to an elderly woman who could no longer care for her, so Blue has never known anything except a good home, and it shows in everything she does. She is house broken. She is microchipped. She walks into a room, greets whoever is standing in it, and settles. She was unbothered by her first day at the shelter and she likes every person she meets.

Here is the one thing to know before you come see her. Blue has separation anxiety and it is real. Left alone overnight in a crate, she worked at getting out of it. A crate is not a workable tool for her right now, and a home where she would be alone for long stretches is not going to work for her either. After five years spent beside someone who was home all day, that makes sense to us. What she needs is people around.

We are also looking for a home with previous Shar Pei experience, and that is a requirement rather than a preference. This breed comes with its own eye, skin, and temperament considerations, and we want Blue going home with someone who already knows them and is not learning them for the first time on her.

Blue prefers not to live with other dogs, so she is looking for a home where she can be the only one. She has not been tested with cats or with children.

To meet Blue, please email us first. We ask that an application be approved before a meet and greet is scheduled for her, so that we know the home fits what she needs before she is introduced to anyone.

We prefer to schedule appointments for meet and greets to make sure someone is available to spend time with you. The shelter is open Monday through Friday, 12pm to 4pm, and appointments outside of those hours may be available based on volunteer availability. Email adoptpetersburg@gmail.com to set up a visit or learn more today.

The Shar Pei is a distinctive breed known for their deep wrinkles and blue black tongue. Originally from China, these medium sized dogs are loyal, independent, and protective of their families. Shar Peis have a unique appearance with a hippopotamus like face and a broad, padded muzzle. Their coat can be either horse coat or brush coat, coming in a variety of colors. While they can be aloof with strangers, Shar Peis are devoted companions with a calm demeanor, making them wonderful family pets.