The Miniature Xoloitzcuintli is a loyal and intelligent companion dog originating from Mexico, known for its unique hairless or short-coated appearance and its reserved nature with strangers. These dogs are adaptable and make good family pets with proper socialization and training.
Origin and Purpose
Ancient breed from Mexico
Companion dog
Historically used as guardians and for medicinal purposes
Appearance
Dimensions
Gender
Height
Weight
Female
10-14 inches (25-35 cm)
10-15 pounds (4.5-6.8 kg)
Male
10-14 inches (25-35 cm)
10-15 pounds (4.5-6.8 kg)
Coat
Attribute
Notes
Color
Black
Gray
Red
Liver
Bronze
Fawn
Type
Hairless
Coated
Length
Hairless: N/A
Coated: Short
Care
Attribute
Notes
Shedding
Hairless: Minimal
Coated: Low
Grooming
Hairless: Low
Coated: Low
Drooling
Low
Body
Attribute
Notes
Head
Broad
Wedge-shaped
Skull
Strong
Well-developed
Ears
Large
Upright
Erect when alert
Eyes
Almond-shaped
Medium size
Various colors (Black, Brown, Amber, Yellow)
Nose
Darkly pigmented
Muzzle
Straight
Teeth
Scissor or Pincer bite
Neck
Elegant
Carried high
Forequarters
Well angulated
Fore Legs
Straight
Vertical
Hindquarters
Muscular
Well angulated
Hind Legs
Straight
Vertical
Feet
Hare-like
Webbed between toes
Tail
Long
Thin
Often carried curved over the back
Gait
Free
Elegant
Temperament
Alert
Intelligent
Loyal
Affectionate with family
Can be reserved with strangers
Social
Attribute
Notes
Affectionate with Family
Very Affectionate
Good with Children
Good with supervised children
Good with Dogs
Can be good with other dogs if properly socialized
Good with Cats
Generally good with cats
Openness to Strangers
Reserved
Can be wary
Playfulness Level
Moderate
Protective Nature
Protective
Adaptability Level
Adaptable
Working Roles
Companion dog
Exercise Needs
Moderate
Health
Generally healthy
May be prone to skin issues (in hairless variety),
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