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# The Xoloitzcuintli: temperament, price, health, and breeders
Mexico
A primitive Mexican dog, elegant, calm and attentive, available in three sizes and in two varieties.
Size MediumLife expectancy 14–16 yearsBudget ≈ €81/monthPuppy €1,000 – €1,500
[Find a breeder 3](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-xoloitzcuintli) [ Compare with other breeds](https://www.pedibase.com/en/compare-dog-breeds?races=xoloitzcuintli)
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 Good
Daily exercise needs Low
Apartment living Very good
First-time owners Fair
Other pets Fair
Tolerance of being alone Fair
Guarding instinct Good
Strengths and weaknesses
- Calm companion: Its calm and cheerful temperament makes everyday life easier.
- Suitable for the city: Discreet and not very demanding in terms of space, it can live well in an apartment.
- Good watchdog: Its attentiveness and reserve towards strangers allow it to signal their presence.
- Low shedding: The hairless variety practically does not shed.
- Sensitive skin: The absence of hair requires regular care and protection against harsh weather conditions.
- Patient training: Its moderate obedience requires an early, gentle and consistent approach.
- Sociability to work on: Living with other animals requires quality socialization.
- Possible vocalizations: Its natural role as an alert dog can make it quite vocal.
Who is it for?
Ideal for
- Calm people: Its moderate activity and calm temperament are suited to a balanced daily life.
- Urban living: It adapts well to apartment living if its daily outings are respected.
- Households with plenty of time: Attentive presence helps ensure its skin care and positive education.
Not recommended for
- Owners seeking immediate obedience: Its training requires patience, gentleness and consistency.
- Exposure to extreme climates: Its hairless skin tolerates harsh weather conditions poorly.
- Households neglecting outings: Even moderate, its daily activity remains essential to its balance.
Meet the breed
## What does it look like?
1,75 mHuman
43 cmXoloitzcuintli
- Height at the withers
- 25–60 cm
- Weight
- 3–20 kg
- Coat
- Hairless or short, without undercoat
- FCI group
- 5
- Origin
- Mexico
- Grooming
- Moderate grooming needs
## Photos and videos
See the Xoloitzcuintli in photos and videos: coat colors, size, and distinctive expressions.
Origins
## Where does it come from?
The Mexican Hairless Dog is a very ancient and primitive breed, whose evolution has been little influenced by human beings. In pre-Hispanic times, the indigenous populations of Mexico consumed its flesh, notably during ritual ceremonies, because they associated this dog with Xolotl, a divinity at the origin of its name. The numbers thus decreased sharply to the point of placing the breed on the brink of extinction. Since 1940, the Federación Canófila Mexicana has worked for its perpetuation. The Fédération Cynologique Internationale definitively recognized the breed on 6 November 1961 under number 234, in group 5. The official FCI standard currently in force was published on 8 October 2012.
Appearance
## What does it look like?
Slim, elegant and moderate in all its proportions, the Mexican Hairless Dog gives an impression of speed and strength without coarseness. Its body is built strongly and harmoniously, with a straight topline, a short and firm back, a muscular loin, a long and deep chest and a slightly tucked-up abdomen. Its lupoid head has a broad and wedge-shaped skull, a slight but defined stop, tight lips and strong jaws. Its medium almond-shaped eyes express attentiveness and intelligence. Its ears are long, broad, not very thick and mobile. Its long, fine tail ends in a point. The hairless variety has soft and elastic skin, totally or almost devoid of hair, while the coated variety has a short, flat coat without undercoat. The color is uniform and dark, from gray to black, to red, to liver or to bronze, with possible white markings in the hairless variety.
Temperament
## Temperament and personality
The Mexican Hairless Dog is calm, cheerful, intelligent and never aggressive, which makes it an excellent companion. Naturally attentive and wary of strangers, it also proves to be a good watchdog. It is affectionate with its own, moderately independent and its hunting instinct remains restrained.
Affectionate
Living together
## Living with children and other pets
Discreet and not very demanding in terms of space, the Mexican Hairless Dog adapts very well to life in the city and in an apartment, even if access to a large fenced garden remains preferable. It needs moderate activity, but its daily outings remain essential to its physical, psychological and emotional balance. Its sociability with children is average and cohabitation with other animals requires careful socialization.
Training
## Training and socialization
His training must be gentle, patient and free of any brutality. Early handling and quality socialization are necessary. Methods based on positive reinforcement are particularly suited to this intelligent dog, whose obedience is not spontaneous.
Budget
## Price and budget for the Xoloitzcuintli
The purchase price varies depending on the breeder, the lineage and the dog's characteristics. The annual maintenance budget is generally around 900 to 1 000 euros, including food and veterinary follow-up.
[See cost breakdown](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/xoloitzcuintli/price)
Health
## Health at a glance
The Mexican Hairless Dog is vigorous and has overall robust health. However, its lack of coat makes it more sensitive to harsh climatic conditions. The breed is considered hypoallergenic.
[Prevention and things to watch for](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/xoloitzcuintli/health)
Nutrition
## Feeding your pet well
A classic quality industrial diet is suitable for the Mexican Hairless Dog when it is adapted to its age, its size and its level of physical activity.
[Our feeding advice](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/xoloitzcuintli/food)
Did you know?
## Fun facts and popularity
The Mexican Hairless Dog is also known under the names Xoloitzcuintle, Xolo, Perro sin Pelo Mexicano and Mexican Hairless Dog. It exists in three sizes, standard, intermediate and miniature, as well as in two varieties, hairless or coated. The hairless variety is distinguished notably by dentition that is often incomplete.
FAQ
## Frequently asked questions about the Xoloitzcuintli
Answers to common questions from future owners before their new companion arrives.
### What are the other names of the Mexican Hairless Dog?
The breed is also called Xoloitzcuintle, Xolo, Perro sin Pelo Mexicano and Mexican Hairless Dog.
### What is the average litter size?
The average litter size is 7 puppies.
### Is the Mexican Hairless Dog hypoallergenic?
Yes, the breed is listed as hypoallergenic, without guaranteeing the absence of a reaction in all sensitive people.
## Find a Xoloitzcuintli breeder
The areas where Pedibase lists the most Xoloitzcuintli breeders, along with their litters and typical prices.
### Xoloitzcuintli breeders by country
[7 breeders of Xoloitzcuintli in Italy](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-xoloitzcuintli/italy) [5 breeders of Xoloitzcuintli in Germany](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-xoloitzcuintli/germany) [3 breeders of Xoloitzcuintli in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-xoloitzcuintli) [2 breeders of Xoloitzcuintli in Denmark](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-xoloitzcuintli/denmark) [1 breeder of Xoloitzcuintli in Austria](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-xoloitzcuintli/austria) [1 breeder of Xoloitzcuintli in Belgium](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-xoloitzcuintli/belgium) [1 breeder of Xoloitzcuintli in Finland](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-xoloitzcuintli/finland) [1 breeder of Xoloitzcuintli in the Netherlands](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-xoloitzcuintli/netherlands) [1 breeder of Xoloitzcuintli in Slovenia](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-xoloitzcuintli/slovenia) [1 breeder of Xoloitzcuintli in Spain](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-xoloitzcuintli/spain)
[All breeders of Xoloitzcuintli in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-xoloitzcuintli)
## Ready to welcome a Xoloitzcuintli?
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