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# The Peruvian Inca Orchid: temperament, price, health, and breeders
Peru
An elegant, affectionate and alert dog, remarkable for its hairless variety.
Size MediumLife expectancy 10–12 yearsBudget ≈ €81/monthPuppy €500 – €1,500
[Find a breeder 5](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-peruvian-inca-orchid) [ Compare with other breeds](https://www.pedibase.com/en/compare-dog-breeds?races=peruvian-inca-orchid)
The right choice?
## Is this breed right for you?
[Find your ideal breed with our online quiz!](https://www.pedibase.com/en/choose-your-dog)
Families and children Very good
Daily exercise needs Moderate
Apartment living Very good
First-time owners Good
Other pets Good
Tolerance of being alone Fair
Guarding instinct Good
Strengths and weaknesses
- Affectionate: He develops a close bond with the members of his household.
- Adaptable: He can live in an apartment as well as in other types of homes if his need for outings is met.
- Vigilant: His wariness toward strangers and his attentiveness make him a good alert dog.
- Very low shedding: The hairless variety practically does not shed.
- Delicate skin: The bare skin must be examined, moisturized and protected regularly.
- Climate sensitivity: It tolerates poorly the rigors of cold, bad weather and extreme temperatures.
- Vocalizations: Its alert temperament can lead it to bark to signal a presence.
- Need for activity: Long daily walks and stimulation are necessary for its balance.
Who is it for?
Ideal for
- Apartment households: He adapts well indoors when his daily exercise needs are met.
- Calm and available people: Gentle, regular and consistent training matches his sensitivity.
- Attentive families: He is affectionate with his own and appreciates a life close to his home.
Not recommended for
- Permanent outdoor living: Its bare skin must be protected from the cold, bad weather and harsh conditions.
- Very sedentary people: It needs long walks, games and daily exercise.
- Owners with little time available for skin care: Its skin requires regular check-ups and care.
Meet the breed
## What does it look like?
1,75 mHuman
45 cmPeruvian Inca Orchid
- Height at the withers
- 25–65 cm
- Weight
- 4–25 kg
- Coat
- Hairless or short
- FCI group
- 5
- Origin
- Peru
- Grooming
- Moderate grooming needs
## Photos and videos
See the Peruvian Inca Orchid in photos and videos: coat colors, size, and distinctive expressions.
Origins
## Where does it come from?
The Peruvian Hairless Dog is a very ancient breed. Archaeological excavations have uncovered ceramic objects depicting dogs that resemble it, originating from several cultures predating the Incas, notably from the Chancay civilization between 1200 and 1470. The Fédération Cynologique Internationale definitively recognized the breed on 30 June 1981. Its official FCI standard currently cited by the source was published on 8 October 2012.
Appearance
## What does it look like?
The Peruvian Hairless Dog has a slim, elegant and harmonious silhouette that evokes both speed and strength. Its body, which can be inscribed in a square, has a straight and muscular back, a strong loin, a solid croup and a fairly ample chest. Its wolf-like head tapers towards the nose, with medium eyes slightly almond-shaped and ears carried erect when it is attentive. The tail, set low, tapers towards its tip and rises in a curve without curling when the dog is excited. The hairless variety sometimes has a few hairs on the head, the ends of the limbs, the tail or the back, while the coated variety has a soft, short and straight coat. All colours and combinations of colours are accepted.
Temperament
## Temperament and personality
Noble and affectionate, the Peruvian Hairless Dog is particularly attached to the members of its household. It is alert and rather wary of strangers. This vigilance makes it a dog capable of warning its family when an unusual presence appears.
Affectionate Sociable
Living together
## Living with children and other pets
Discreet at home and close to his family, he can live in different types of households, including in an apartment. However, he needs long daily walks, games and exercise to preserve his physical and emotional balance. A life mainly indoors suits him better in order to protect him from climatic rigors.
Training
## Training and socialization
Its training does not present any particular constraints, but it must favor gentleness, consistency and measured firmness, without brutality. A calm and coherent approach facilitates its learning.
Budget
## Price and budget for the Peruvian Inca Orchid
The purchase price varies notably depending on the breeder, the lineage and the dog's characteristics. It is advisable to favor a reputable breeder who ensures health monitoring and the socialization of the puppies.
[See cost breakdown](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/peruvian-inca-orchid/price)
Health
## Health at a glance
Despite the apparent fragility linked to its hairless skin, the Peruvian Hairless Dog generally enjoys robust health. Its skin nevertheless requires regular monitoring and it must be protected from the cold as well as from bad weather.
[Prevention and things to watch for](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/peruvian-inca-orchid/health)
Nutrition
## Feeding your pet well
The Peruvian Hairless Dog can receive quality industrial food, given in two meals per day. The chosen formula must correspond to its age, its size and its level of physical activity.
[Our feeding advice](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/peruvian-inca-orchid/food)
Did you know?
## Fun facts and popularity
The breed exists in two varieties, one hairless and the other provided with a short coat. In the hairless variety, dentition may be incomplete. It is also known under the names Peruvian Hairless Dog, Inca Hairless Dog, Perro sin pelo del Perú and Peruvian Hairless Dog.
FAQ
## Frequently asked questions about the Peruvian Inca Orchid
Answers to common questions from future owners before their new companion arrives.
### Can the Peruvian Hairless Dog live in an apartment?
Yes. Discreet, affectionate and practically hairless in its hairless variety, it adapts well to apartment living if it benefits from long daily walks, games and exercise.
### Does the Peruvian Hairless Dog require a lot of maintenance?
Its general upkeep is fairly simple, but its skin requires regular care. It must be examined, moisturized with a suitable product and carefully rinsed then dried after an occasional bath.
### Is the Peruvian Hairless Dog hypoallergenic?
It is often presented as hypoallergenic. An individual reaction is still possible, however, because no breed guarantees a total absence of allergens.
## Find a Peruvian Inca Orchid breeder
The areas where Pedibase lists the most Peruvian Inca Orchid breeders, along with their litters and typical prices.
### Peruvian Inca Orchid breeders by country
[5 breeders of Peruvian Inca Orchid in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-peruvian-inca-orchid) [5 breeders of Peruvian Inca Orchid in Germany](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-peruvian-inca-orchid/germany) [1 breeder of Peruvian Inca Orchid in Belgium](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-peruvian-inca-orchid/belgium) [1 breeder of Peruvian Inca Orchid in Finland](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-peruvian-inca-orchid/finland) [1 breeder of Peruvian Inca Orchid in Italy](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-peruvian-inca-orchid/italy) [1 breeder of Peruvian Inca Orchid in Slovenia](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-peruvian-inca-orchid/slovenia)
[All breeders of Peruvian Inca Orchid in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-peruvian-inca-orchid)
## Ready to welcome a Peruvian Inca Orchid?
Find a registered, verified breeder near you and meet your future companion with confidence.
[View breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-peruvian-inca-orchid)
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