Family:
Breed Group: Working
Origin: Mexico
Date of Origin: Ancient, companions to the Aztecs (over 3000 years old)
Originally used for: Curative and mystical powers, companion
Used today: Companion
Other Name(s): Mexican Hairless
History of the Breed: Xoloitzcuintli, pronounced "show-low-eats-queent-lee", is a very old breed extending back to the Toltecs, the Aztecs, the Mayans, and the Colima Indians. The breed's name is a combination of two Aztec words; "Xolotl" was one of the Aztec gods and "itzcuintli" meaning dog. Clay and ceramic effigies of Xolos date back over 3000 years and have been discovered in the tombs of the Toltec, Aztec, Mayan, Zapoteca, and Colima Indians.
General Appearance: This breed has Manchester Terrier like ears and an alert expression. The hairless body is solid without stockiness.
Height & Weight:
Standard: 16"-22"
Weight 20-31 pounds
Miniature: 12"-15"
Weight 13-22 pounds
Toy: 11"-12"
Weight 9-18 pounds
Coat: Hairless, requiring appropriate skin care and protection from cold, some coarse short hair can appear on the head, neck, and feet
Color: Typically, dark colors and solid tones but parti-colors are also seen
Grooming needs: Low
Temperament of Breed: Calm, quiet, cheerful, attentive, and alert.
Friendly with children: Yes, excellent with children
Friendly with other dogs: Yes
Suitability as a watchdog: High
Exercise Level: Low
Health Issues with the Breed: No known genetic problems
Major: Luxating patellas
Minor:
Life Expectancy: 14-15 Years
2006 AKC Ranking: Not Ranked
First Registered by the AKC: Not Ranked
Registries: FCI, NKC, CKC, APRI
APRI -American Pet Registry Inc.
CKC -Continental Kennel Club
CKC -Canadian Kennel Club
FCI -Fédération Cynologique Internationale
NKC -National Kennel Club
Breed Organizations & Associations:
Xoloitzcuintle Club USA
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