Bald dog, hairless dog, bald dog… Most hairless dogs come from Latin American countries. This is where the famous "Peruvian dog" comes from and it is suspected that it is also the place of origin of the Chinese Crested. It should be noted that some of the hairless dog breeds that we will show you below are not 100% coat-free, as some of them show small sections of hair in certain parts of the body.
Discover in this article on our site 10 breeds of hairless dogs and surprise yourself with their physical characteristics, which are undoubtedly unusual. It should also be noted that cases of hairless dogs can occur randomly, due to a genetic variety in any breed, although this is unlikely.
Chinese Crested Dog
The first of the hairless dogs that we are going to introduce is the Chinese Crested. The Chinese Crested is also known Chinese Hairless Dog, Crested or " puff ". Although there are doubts about its true origin, its origin remains in the People's Republic of China
Probably you have seen him in memes or on the net because of his particular appearance. Although owning a purebred Chinese Crested is still rare, it is already possible to see them in cities around the world.
There are two types of Chinese Crested Dog:
- Powderpuff: with fur.
- Hairless: without hair.
The hairless Chinese Crested Dog is not completely hairless. We can see tufts on its head and legs. However, the skin on his body is smooth and fine, similar to that of a human being. It is a small dog (it can weigh between 5 and 7 kilograms) and its character is really affectionate and loyal.
They can be somewhat shy and nervous but in general, but if we offer them good socialization, we will enjoy a balanced dog. If you want to know more about this bald dog, we leave you the complete file on the Chinese Crested Dog, here.
Peruvian Hairless Dog
The second hairless dog has this characteristic included in its name: it is the hairless dog of Peru. Although is generally known as the Peruvian Hairless Dog, this breed has a wide variety of names:
- Peruvian hairless dog.
- Viringo.
- Sad dog.
- Inca Dog.
- Chimu Dog.
- Dog chimoc.
- Chimo dog.
- Stack dog.
- Peruvian orchid dog.
It is originally from Peru and is considered one of the oldest dogs in the world, as there are representations of it from 300 BC As with the Chinese Crested Dog, the Peruvian can be born with or without hair, always naturally. There are also those with a few hairs on their heads.
Unfortunately, due to the popularity of the variety without body hair, more and more approved breeders are deciding to leave aside the variety with hair. This practice means that future generations may suffer serious genetic problems due to inbreeding.
Do not hesitate to discover more information about this hairless dog with the following complete file on the Peruvian Hairless Dog.
Argentine Pila Dog
The appearance of the Argentine pila dog, endemic to the República Argentina, is very similar to the dog Peruvian and the xoloitzcuintle and can be of three sizes: small, medium and large. While some are completely hairless, others show tufts of mantle.
This bald dog needs frequent care and the application of hypoallergenic protective creams, although it is a particularly long-lived dog that can reach up to 20 years. They are very sociable and affectionate and we can enjoy active exercise with them, something they love.
American Hairless Terrier
This breed of hairless dog has American origin and is a descendant of the fox terrier. He is more muscular and stronger than the others mentioned above although he is not particularly large, in fact, he is quite small.
This bald dog's skin shows shades of white that can be combined with grey, black, red, gold, pink and gold. By showing light tones, it can suffer a little more from the intensity of the sun, needing protection from it. He is especially playful and active Remember to keep him warm with clothes for small dogs.
Xoloitzcuintle
The next breed of hairless dog is the xoloitzcuintle. Said xoloitzcuintle is the Mexican hairless dog par excellence. Its appearance is very similar to that of the Peruvian dog or the Argentine pila dog and comes from Mexico It can be displayed in three sizes:
- Small Mexican Hairless Dog.
- Medium Mexican Hairless Dog.
- Large Mexican Hairless Dog.
There is an aura of mythology surrounding this ancient breed since in the past it was believed that these dogs were the companions of the deceased to the underworld. In fact, a somewhat funeral practice was carried out since the dog was usually sacrificed to be buried next to the deceased. It was considered sacred and a wide variety of representations of it can still be found.
He is a very sweet and affectionate dog that will surprise whoever decides to adopt him. His faithful character makes him a very popular dog in his country, especially among the Mexican canine federations, who were the ones who managed to survive him when he was about to disappear. The xoloitzcuintle as a breed is especially common in its country of origin, but is also known in other regions.
See the following file on the Xoloitzcuintle to learn more about this breed of hairless dog.
Ecuadorian Hairless Dog
The next breed of hairless dog has its origin in Ecuador. This is the Ecuadorian hairless dog, also known as the Ecuadorian golden bald dog, and stands out not only for the absence of fur, but also because it is considered the rarest hairless dog
This bald dog is a hunting dog that is not recommended for families with girls. A light shock of golden hair crowns his head and forehead, giving him a look of having bangs In addition, he has no premolar teeth and his tail is short and low., which makes it look even more curious.
Bolivian Hairless Dog
The Bolivian Hairless Dog, also known as the Bolivian Khala, is, as its name suggests, originally from Bolivia. They are not recognized by the most important canine federations and although they are not especially common, specimens can be found in Mexico and other areas of Latin America, where they are being promoted again his upbringing. It is very similar to the xoloitzcuintle and there are two sizes, small and large.
Abyssinian Sand Terrier
The Abyssinian Sand Terrier is another of the bald dogs that we find in this article. Although this breed of hairless dog is characterized by the absence of said hair, there are some specimens that do have a thin coat of fur. They are just a few fine strands of hair that are located on the head and the tip of the tail.
Although it is not one of the best-known hairless dog breeds worldwide, the Abyssinian Sand Terrier is native to Africa and also stands out for the size and direction of its ears, which are reminiscent of a bat.
Jonangi
For those who are more curious, this breed of hairless dog is the only one that exists in India It is popular for being used as a dog hunting and grazing. Like the previous bare dog, the jonangi is not officially recognized by the canine federations.
It should be noted that he is a very agile dog capable of taking care of houses and farms, since he is very dedicated and attentive. In addition, they are ideal companions for all those families with children.
Chihuahua without hair
The last of the hairless dog breeds is found in the hairless chihuahua. It is a breed that has its origin in recent years and is the result of the cross between the male chihuahua with fur and the female xoloitzcuintle.
These hairless dogs, also known as hairless chihuahuas, are not officially recognized by the official canine federations, and there are very few specimensnowadays. Although it is one of the breeds of hairless dogs, they actually have a fine layer of fluff that is only noticeable to the touch.
