Other Names
Xoloitzcuintli, Tepeizewintli, Xolo

Origin
Mexico
Is thought to date back some 3,000 years, preceding the Aztec Empire.

Use Today
Companion

Life Expectancy
This breed can live as long as 12-15 years of age on average

Weight & Height
Standard:20 to 31 pounds & 16 to 22 inches tall at the shoulders
Miniature:13-22 pounds & 12-15 Inches tall at the shoulders
Toy:9-18 pounds & 11-12 Inches Tall at the shoulders

Known Health Problems
Acne, Skin allergies, Food Allergies, Skin Infections and Tooth Loss

Physical Description
Small, medium size dog. It has a broad head. Almond-shaped eyes that range from yellow to brown. The ears are to the side when relaxed but erect when alert. The tail is long and low.

Temperment
Affectionate and usually good with children.. They also do ok with other dogs and pets. They can also be wary of strangers.

Training
Fairly easy to train

Living Conditions
This breed will do ok in an apartment

Grooming
Skin needs protection from sun and should be kept smooth with lotion

Exercise
High Activity Level.

Coat Texture
Coated dogs have a short, flat coat and the hairless dogs have no hair except on the lower portion of the tail, the forehead and the nape.

Coat Colors
skin colors include Black or Grey

Puppies
3-6 Pups per litter

Recognition
Standard
Continental Kennel Club
American Pet Registry
Fédération Cynologique Internationale
National Kennel Club
Miniature
Continental Kennel Club
American Pet Registry
Fédération Cynologique Internationale
National Kennel Club
Toy
Continental Kennel Club
American Pet Registry
Fédération Cynologique Internationale
National Kennel Club
American Kennel Club