October 7, 2026
The first English-language practical guide from Sine Metu Xoloitzcuintli Miniature Monobreed Kennel is here.
A Xoloitzcuintli is not just a dog.
Living with a Xolo means learning to understand a very particular character, a sensitive skin, unusual needs, strong emotions, and a breed that can be very different from what people expect when they first see it.
That is why we created “Live with Xolo — A Practical Guide” — a comprehensive guide based on real-life experience with the Xoloitzcuintli breed.
The English edition is now available.
There is a huge amount of information about the Xoloitzcuintli online.
You can find breed descriptions, photographs, historical information, social media posts, breeder websites and short articles about care.
But there is something that is much harder to find:
What is it actually like to live with a Xolo every day?
What happens when your puppy comes home?
How should you prepare your house?
What should you expect from a Xolo puppy during the first months?
Why does your dog suddenly develop skin irritation?
How do you recognise the difference between an allergy, acne and a mechanical skin reaction?
Why can a Xolo behave differently from other breeds?
How should you approach socialisation?
What mistakes do owners commonly make?
And perhaps most importantly:
Is a Xoloitzcuintli really the right breed for you?
These are the questions this book was created to answer.
“Live with Xolo” was written by Yuliia Borniak, founder of Sine Metu Xoloitzcuintli Miniature Monobreed Kennel, with more than 15 years of experience working with the breed.
This book is not intended to replace veterinary care, professional training or your own experience.
Instead, it is designed to help you understand what you are seeing and make better-informed decisions as you build a relationship with your Xolo.
The information comes from years of living with, breeding, raising and observing Xoloitzcuintli dogs.
It includes not only the beautiful side of the breed, but also the complicated parts that are often left out of social media content.
The book covers the Xoloitzcuintli from the moment you begin considering the breed to everyday life with an adult dog.
You will learn about the history, varieties, sizes, temperament and characteristics of the Xoloitzcuintli.
Understanding the breed before bringing a puppy home can help you build realistic expectations from the beginning.
The book explains what to consider when choosing a puppy, how to evaluate a breeder and what responsible breeding should look like.
Choosing a puppy is not only about appearance.
Health, temperament, genetics, socialisation and the breeder's approach all matter.
A new Xolo puppy changes your daily routine.
The book explains how to prepare your home, what to expect during the first days and how to establish healthy habits from the beginning.
The first months are an important foundation for your future relationship.
The book discusses toilet training, routines, socialisation, behaviour and common puppy problems.
Skin is one of the most distinctive features of the hairless Xoloitzcuintli.
The book covers practical aspects of Xolo skin care, including acne, irritation, allergies, mechanical reactions and other situations owners may encounter.
It also explains why understanding the context of a skin problem is important rather than treating every change in the same way.
A hairless Xolo has different environmental needs from many other breeds.
The book discusses clothing, protection from cold and other practical considerations for everyday life.
Nutrition is an important part of maintaining a healthy dog.
The book discusses everyday feeding considerations and the factors owners should think about when choosing an appropriate diet.
A Xolo is not simply a smaller or different-looking version of another dog breed.
Understanding its temperament is essential.
The book discusses behaviour, training, communication and the importance of building trust rather than simply expecting obedience.
Early socialisation can have a major influence on how a Xolo experiences the world.
The book explains why socialisation matters and how to approach it thoughtfully.
Xolos need more than simply being taken outside for a quick walk.
The book discusses exercise, routines and how to adapt activity to the individual dog.
Travelling with a dog requires preparation.
The book includes practical information about travelling with your Xolo and preparing your dog for changes in environment.
The book also covers health-related topics that Xolo owners commonly encounter and explains what owners should pay attention to in everyday life.
It is not a substitute for veterinary diagnosis, but it can help owners understand what they are seeing and know when professional advice is appropriate.
The book also looks at breeding and the role of Coated Xolos within the breed.
This section is particularly relevant for owners who want to understand the genetics and diversity of the Xoloitzcuintli beyond the hairless variety.
One of the main ideas behind “Live with Xolo” is that owning a Xolo is not simply about knowing what to feed your dog or how to care for its skin.
It is about understanding the relationship.
A Xolo can be highly individual, sensitive and deeply connected to its owner.
The way you communicate, socialise, train and live together matters.
That is why the book focuses not only on what to do, but also on why it matters.
The author, Yuliia Borniak, has dedicated many years to the Xoloitzcuintli breed through breeding, raising dogs, working with puppies and communicating with Xolo owners.
Through Sine Metu Xoloitzcuintli Miniature Monobreed Kennel, the focus has always been on responsible breeding, preservation of the breed and helping owners understand their dogs.
The book brings this experience together in one place.
Instead of searching through hundreds of separate posts and websites, readers can find practical information about life with a Xolo in a single guide.
“Live with Xolo” is written for:
You do not need to be a breeder to read this book.
In fact, it was created primarily for people who want to understand the breed they live with.
Xolos are beautiful.
Their unusual appearance attracts attention everywhere they go.
But a beautiful photograph does not show the whole reality of living with the breed.
There are difficult days.
There are unexpected skin problems.
There are training challenges.
There are moments when a new owner may wonder whether something is normal.
And there are also incredible moments of connection that are difficult to explain to someone who has never lived with a Xolo.
“Live with Xolo” was written to show the whole picture.
Without romanticising the breed.
Without unnecessary fear.
And without replacing real experience with internet theory.
We are happy to announce that “Live with Xolo — A Practical Guide” is now available in English.
Our goal is to make practical Xoloitzcuintli knowledge accessible to Xolo owners and future owners around the world.
If you are already living with a Xolo, this book can help you understand your dog better.
If you are thinking about getting one, it can help you understand what life with a Xolo may actually look like before you make that decision.
And if you already know that you are hooked on Xolos — this book was written for you.
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Sine Metu Xoloitzcuintli Miniature is a monobreed kennel dedicated to the Xoloitzcuintli.
Our work focuses on responsible breeding, breed preservation, health, temperament and helping owners understand this extraordinary breed.
We share practical knowledge about Xoloitzcuintli care, puppies, behaviour, nutrition, skin care, socialisation and everyday life with Xolos.
Is a mono-breed Miniature Xolo kennel.
We know everything about the Xolo breeding and even more.
We choose only the best Xolo bloodlines in the world for the breeding purpose in our kennel.
Our graduates live in more than 15 countries in Europe, the USA and Canada.
All our breeding dogs get tested for genetic diseases and are in excellent health condition.
