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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Xoloitzcuintli History: From Ancient Aztec Dog to Loving Companion
The Xoloitzcuintli has long been associated with death in Aztec Society, most recently depicted in the Pixar movie "Coco." Here's the Xolo's breed history.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/xoloitzcuintli-history/
| July 23, 2020
Expert Advice: Feature
How One Xolo Breeder Found Unexpected Service Dog Success
Service dogs can come in all forms, as one Xolo breeder has learned. Now, her hairless Xolos act as stellar service dogs to those afflicted by allergies.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/xolo-breeder-finds-unexpected-service-dog-success/
| September 19, 2019
Expert Advice: Lifestyle
An Introduction to Mexican Dog Breeds: Meet the Xoloitzcuintli and the Chihuahua
In honor of Cinco de Mayo, we've rounded up some fascinating facts about Mexico's native dog breeds: the Xoloitzcuintli and the Chihuahua. While only a minor holiday in Mexico, Cinco de Mayo has become a big deal in the United States. This popular observance is thanks in part to Mexican-American activists in the 1960s, who saw […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/mexican-dog-breeds-xoloitzcuintli-chihuahua/
| May 5, 2018
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Xoloitzcuintli Facts You May Not Know
Xolos are over 3,000 years old, having been revered by ancient Aztecs in Mexico. Learn more fun facts about the Xoloitzcuintli.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/fun-facts-xoloitzcuintli/
| September 11, 2019
Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
The Many Versions of a Xoloitzcuintli
The Xoloitzcuintli, also called the Mexican hairless dog, dates back millennia to ancient Aztec times. The Xolo comes in three distinct sizes, as well as both hairless and coated varieties. Xolos have developed thick, tough skin, but some dogs may require sunscreen for protection. Though they descend from regal dogs dating back over 3,500 years, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/mexican-hairless-dog-xolo-varieties/
| October 29, 2019
Dog Breeds
Xoloitzcuintli
The 3,000-year-old Xoloitzcuintli (pronounced "show-low-eats-QUEENT-lee"), the ancient Aztec dog of the gods, is today a loving companion and vigilant watchdog. The alert and loyal Xolo comes in three sizes, and in either hairless or coated varieties.
https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/xoloitzcuintli/
| November 6, 2017