For future owners: What Should You Know Before Getting a Xoloitzcuintli?

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Before bringing a Xoloitzcuintli into your life, there are a few things you should honestly think about.

✓ First of all — they are hairless dogs.

This has a wonderful advantage: there is almost no fur around the house.

But hairless skin also means that in cold weather your Xolo may need clothing. You need to be comfortable with choosing clothes, taking care of the skin, and adapting to the weather.

For many Xolo owners, this simply becomes part of the fun.

✓ Second — think about their temperament.

A Xolo is not just an unusual-looking dog. They are attentive, intelligent and very connected to their people. They enjoy walks, play and spending time with their family, but they are also famously calm and comfortable at home.

Ask yourself:

How will we spend our time together?
What kind of life do I want to share with my dog?

✓ Third — are you ready for a very close companion?

Xolos often love being near their people. They may want to sleep beside you, cuddle, give kisses and simply be part of everything you do.

If you prefer a dog that keeps its distance, a Xolo may not be the right choice.

✓ And then there is the skin.

Touching a Xolo is a completely different experience from touching a coated dog. Their warm, smooth skin is one of the things that makes living with this breed so special.

For me, this is part of what makes a Xolo feel almost like a little person in the family.

So ask yourself one simple question:

How do you feel about a dog with bare skin?

Perhaps these are the most important things to understand before becoming a true Xolo person.

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