Comparison: Peruvian Hairless Dog and Xoloitzcuintle

Peruvian Hairless Dog and Xoloitzcuintle are marked as similar in our database. The table compares only the data we have on the breeds.

Peruvian Hairless Dog
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Xoloitzcuintle
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Peruvian Hairless DogXoloitzcuintle
FCI group5. Spitz and primitive types5. Spitz and primitive types
Country of originPeruMexico
CategoryMediumMedium
Weight4–30 kg–
Recognition features
  • Elegant, slim dog in hairless and coated varieties
  • Three sizes: small, medium and large
  • Smooth, elastic skin in black, slate, grey, pink or spotted shades
  • Hairless variety with smooth, sensitive skin; a coated variety exists
  • Large, bat-like ears and a long thin tail
  • Three sizes: standard, intermediate, miniature
PurposePeruvian hairless dog (viringo), an ancient companion historically credited with healing properties.Mexican hairless dog in three sizes, a watchdog or companion; an ancient primitive breed.

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The information is indicative. Texts are based on available sources and may contain inaccuracies; for binding details (e.g. for breeding or shows) use the official breed standard.