We finally had to put him down at 17. He was the best dog I ever had. He always gave everyone a turn throwing sticks for him. He guarded the house from strangers. And when we brought a new little puppy (Weiner dog) home as a friend to play with he loved little Ripper as much as we did.  I would love to find a new pei for our next fur baby.  Maybe in a year or so.  Just thought I would share my love.  He was a engagement gift from a friend. 
BTW Ripper our Weiner dog is 15 going on 16 this summer.