Just looking into diseases in pei's and the site i have found states:

"The following diseases are reported to occur more frequently in the Chinese Shar-Pei than in the general dog population - Heart valve disorders, Abnormal development of major blood vessels to the heart and Heart muscle disease"

Yes, sometimes the valves dont develop properly and as the pup grows and wants to play more it puts a strain on the heart, i do know the breeder very well and she is happy to do whatever i am comfortable with.

JUles - so sorry to read about this, you've had a tough time recently and now this has happened. As others have said at least he died peacefully.

Thanks Harvey

You know what they say "what doesnt kill us only makes us stronger" i'll have nerves of steel at this rate!!!

So sorry to read this Jules x

Sorry to hear about the wee pup.

Your heart will tell you what is right in regards to taking on a litter-mate - i wish you well in your choice.

Run free little one

So sorry.xxxxxxxxxxx

Really sorry to hear this , sending hugs to you
Run free baby

That's good. Fingers crossed that you will soon have a happy healthy pup in your family. xx

Sorry to hear of the loss of your intended pup. It is always sad to hear that another dog has passed on but somehow it seems worse when it is a youngster.

take care, my thoughts are with you right now.

Karen