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Xoloitzcuintle: The Mexican Hairless Dog Breed

Mexico
Animal
Dog
Origin
Mexico
Height
25 cm

Read from Wikipedia and Wikidata on 2 Oct 2026.

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The Xoloitzcuintle originates in Mexico and is one of several hairless dog breeds. It occurs in standard, intermediate and miniature sizes. Its dogs may be hairless or fully coated, and both forms can appear in one litter. The hairless form is also called the Mexican hairless dog, or perro pelón mexicano.

What it is

Originating in Mexico, the Xoloitzcuintle is one of several hairless dog breeds. It comes in standard, intermediate and miniature sizes.

The breed includes hairless dogs and fully furred coated dogs.

What to know first

When choosing a Xoloitzcuintle, consider its size group and coat type. Hairless and coated puppies may be born in the same litter.

A listed height for the breed is 25.

Distinctive traits

Standard, intermediate and miniature are the breed’s three size groups.

Hairless and fully coated dogs are both part of the breed, and a single litter may include both types.

The hairless form is called the perro pelón mexicano, or Mexican hairless dog.

Points to consider

Wrinkles and dental abnormalities characterize the breed.

References may use several names, including Xoloitzcuintle, perro pelón mexicano and the Nahuatl xōlōitzcuintli.

Pricing

No pricing information is specified.

Who should look elsewhere

If you are comparing breeds beyond the Xoloitzcuintle, browse Dog breeds for other options.

Verdict

The Xoloitzcuintle suits a reader seeking a Mexican breed with variation in size and coat. Hairless and coated dogs are both part of its identity, rather than it having one fixed appearance. Before choosing one, decide whether the standard, intermediate or miniature size fits your plans and whether you prefer a hairless or fully furred coat. Its wrinkles and dental abnormalities are part of the description to understand before bringing one home.

What stands out

  • Available in standard, intermediate and miniature sizes.
  • Hairless and fully coated forms are both recognized.
  • Hairless and coated puppies can occur in one litter.
  • Originates in Mexico.

Worth knowing

  • The breed is characterized by wrinkles.
  • The breed is characterized by dental abnormalities.
  • Coat type can vary within the same litter.

Suits

  • Readers seeking a Mexican dog breed.
  • People comparing three size groups and two coat types.
  • Those interested in a hairless dog breed.

Think twice if

  • You want a breed with only one coat form.
  • You are looking for a breed from outside Mexico.
  • You need a different size range than the three listed here.

In short

Choose the Xoloitzcuintle if its Mexican origin, three size groups and two coat forms fit what you want in a dog. It is not limited to one appearance: both hairless and fully coated dogs are recognized, and either type may occur in one litter. The hairless form also has a distinct Mexican name. To compare it with other breeds, use the broader Dog breeds list.

Questions

Where does the Xoloitzcuintle come from?

The Xoloitzcuintle originates in Mexico.

What sizes does the Xoloitzcuintle have?

It is found in standard, intermediate and miniature sizes.

Is every Xoloitzcuintle hairless?

No. The breed includes hairless and fully coated dogs.

Can hairless and coated Xoloitzcuintles be born together?

Yes. Hairless and coated puppies can occur in the same litter.

What is the Mexican hairless dog called?

The hairless form is known as the perro pelón mexicano, meaning Mexican hairless dog.

What does the name Xoloitzcuintle mean?

The name comes from Nahuatl. It refers to Xolotl, an Aztec god, and itzcuīntli, meaning dog.

What height is listed for the breed?

The listed height is 25.

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