Loyal, Alert, Calm
The Xoloitzcuintli (show-low-eats-queen-tlee) comes in three sizes: toy, miniature, and standard, and two varieties: hairless and coated. The hairless has tough, smooth, close-fitting skin. The coated variety is covered by a short, flat coat.Both varieties come in dark colors, ra…
Energy
80%
Shedding
20%
Trainability
60%
Grooming
20%
Friendliness
60%
Coat Type
Hairless
Occasional Bath/Brush
dog food
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toys
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beds
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health
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training
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grooming
The gold standard for double-coated breeds — nothing removes undercoat…
Needs 60-90 minutes active exercise daily; thrives with a job or sport.
Low shedding — regular brushing prevents tangles; minimal shedding management.
Best suited to owners with some dog experience — difficulty rated 6/10.
Urban-friendly: adapts well to flat or townhouse living provided daily exercise is consistent.
Naturally protective and calm, it integrates well into family life when socialised early.
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FCI Group
Group 5 — Spitz and Primitive Types
Section
Oertypen
Status
recognized
