Longevity
Life expectancy
Its life expectancy is generally between 10 and 12 years. Appropriate skin protection and regular veterinary follow-up help preserve its quality of life.
Build
A robust breed?
The breed shows overall robustness from average to good. Its hairlessness does not mean that it is fragile, but the absence of the coat’s natural protection requires skin care and particular attention to weather conditions.
Watch points
What to watch for
Careful veterinary monitoring is recommended due to several predispositions reported for the breed. The skin, joints and neurological condition in particular deserve regular observation.
Epilepsy : This neurological condition is among the major concerns reported for the breed.
Patellar luxation : This knee condition is mentioned as a minor concern and warrants an orthopedic check.
Allergies : Allergic reactions may occasionally occur and require veterinary care.
Functional colopathy : Functional disorders of the colon are reported occasionally.
Dermatitis : Exposed skin may be prone to inflammation and must be examined and cared for regularly.
Climate
Cold and heat tolerance
The hairless variety must live mainly indoors and be protected from cold, bad weather and harsh climatic conditions. Its tolerance to cold as well as heat is limited, which requires adapting the duration of outings and the protection of the skin.
Weight
Tendency to gain weight
The quantity of food must be adjusted to the size, age and activity level of the dog. Daily walks and games contribute to maintaining a balanced weight.
Daily life
Good habits to keep it healthy
- Regularly examine the skin and apply a suitable moisturizing care.
- Protect the dog from cold, bad weather and harsh temperatures.
- Frequently check the eyes and ears.
- Brush the teeth regularly and monitor the length of the claws.
Vaccination
Peruvian Inca Orchid vaccines: vaccination schedule
Which vaccines for a Peruvian Inca Orchid? Like all dogs, the Peruvian Inca Orchid receives essential vaccines from 8 weeks old: CHPPi (core vaccine) and Leptospirosis. The puppy primary vaccination for Peruvian Inca Orchid is given in several injections 4 weeks apart, followed by a first booster at 1 year. Depending on its lifestyle (hunting, hiking, boarding, travel, region), your veterinarian may complete the protocol with vaccines against Rabies, Kennel cough, Piroplasmosis, Lyme disease and Leishmaniasis.
| Vaccine | Primary series | First booster | Then | Who for? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
CHPPi (core vaccine)Core Distemper, Rubarth hepatitis, parvovirosis and parainfluenza | 8 weeks · 12 weeks · 3 months | 1 year | every year | All pets |
LeptospirosisCore Leptospirosis (bacterium transmitted by rodent urine and stagnant water) | 8 weeks · 12 weeks | 1 year | every year | All pets |
RabiesLifestyle-based Rabies | 12 weeks | 1 year | every year | Mandatory for travel abroad, categorized dogs, most boarding kennels and shows |
Kennel coughLifestyle-based Bordetella bronchiseptica and parainfluenza | 8 weeks | 1 year | every year | Dogs attending boarding kennels, daycares, dog clubs and shows |
PiroplasmosisLifestyle-based Tick-borne babesiosis | 5 months · 6 months | 1 year | every year | Hunting dogs, dogs living in rural or wooded areas, dogs highly exposed to ticks |
Lyme diseaseLifestyle-based Tick-borne borreliosis | 12 weeks · 3 months | 1 year | every year | Hiking dogs, hunting dogs, forest areas of the East and the Center |
LeishmaniasisLifestyle-based Leishmaniasis transmitted by sandflies | 6 months | 1 year and 6 months | every year | Dogs living or staying in the South of France, Corsica and the Mediterranean basin |
Adult Peruvian Inca Orchid vaccine boosters are annual for leptospirosis and rabies; for distemper, hepatitis, and parvovirus, a booster every three years is often sufficient after the first booster. Your veterinarian will adjust the schedule to your dog’s actual risk.
Which boosters for your Peruvian Inca Orchid?
Enter your companion’s age: we list the vaccines to do now and the next boosters.
Adopting well
Adopting a healthy Peruvian Inca Orchid
Cardiac monitoring and a check of the knees are recommended. Regular veterinary consultations also make it possible to monitor the skin and to quickly detect any neurological, digestive or allergic sign.
This information is provided for guidance only and does not replace a veterinarian’s advice. If you have any concerns about your pet’s health, consult a professional.
