Bald (naked) dog breeds

Dogs with no coat, perhaps the most original pets. If we consider representatives of bare breeds at the genetic level, then there are similarities, despite the fact that they appeared not just in different countries, but even on different continents. In total there are 4 bald breeds of dogs, each of which has an unusual appearance, special charm and charm.

Chinese Hairless Crested Dog

Among the bald breeds, the Chinese crested dogs have an increased popularity. What is the reason for such interest in these dogs with the most ancient history? Over 2000 years ago in China, they were revered as sacred animals, but world fame came only at the end of the 19th century, when one representative of the breed was introduced to Great Britain. Later in America there was a tendency - Chinese people began to start with scandalous fame.

The nature of the breed

If we talk about character, then such a pet is very sensitive, docile, unobtrusive, smart and not aggressive. He gets along well with children and other animals. She adores her master, listens unconditionally and quickly forgets insults. But here the loneliness and cold or rude attitude negatively affects his psycho-emotional mood.

Therefore, if family members are often absent at home, then it is not recommended to start a puppy - the dog will howl from longing and dirty. In general, to call a “crested bird” a quiet pet doesn’t turn its tongue - they are keenly reacting to noises, violently expressing joy and other emotions.

Features of Chinese Crested puppies and how to choose a suitable baby

If you need a baby as a pet, then you can consider all the options - with minor flaws, without documents. But experts caution - unscrupulous breeders can make mestizas for purebred puppies using various tricks.

If the puppy is purchased for further breeding and show career, then it is worth a more careful approach to the choice. It is worth looking at the conditions in which the pets are kept, and what the babies look like. Healthy puppies are cheerful, active, have silky hair.

When the owner thinks it is better to take a girl or a boy, then in terms of temperament, the Chinese Crested are very similar. Often males are more affectionate and sociable. In the case of "crested", future owners have a choice - to take a naked or down puppy. By the way, those and other individuals appear in the litter of any parents - nature has taken care that the babies equipped with a fur coat warms the rest of the brethren who do not have it. All downy puppies appear if both parents are covered with hair.

Puffs also have documents, participate in exhibitions and breeding. The puppy down will be replaced by adult coat, but it does not shed and does not have a specific smell, so there will be no particular problems. In addition, maturing puppies of this breed can change the color of fur and skin - black can become blue, silver, fawn or white, and colored specks turn into one large spot.

Caring for such an unusual pet

When choosing a naked or fluffy pet, it should be borne in mind that in the first case will have to care for skin, and in the second, coat. Downy dog ​​does not need extra clothes, but the bald dog requires a wardrobe for cool weather.

Hairless "crested" may have as little growth in the area of ​​the head, limbs and tail, as well as a luxurious mane, "boots" and a fluffy tail. Pets, well vegetated, have a more spectacular appearance, but at the same time caring for them is more difficult. It is possible to feed the Chinese bare crested dog both with natural food and with production rations, but mixed food is not allowed.

Mexican hairless dog

The name of the breed is very original and difficult to pronounce - “Xoloyutzkuintli”, and its history is estimated in several millennia. These Aztec hairless pets were used by the Aztecs in their ritual activities - the dogs were given to the fire along with the body of the deceased owner. According to religious belief, Mexican dogs were dogs of the god of the world of the dead, and they accompanied the soul of man to the world of spirits.

In addition, native tribes bred these animals for human consumption. When xolo became more common and more often met on the mainland, rituals and eating them were forbidden, however, they never achieved popularity.

The nature of the breed

Xolo - dogs with an original character, they are restrained, but at the same time good-natured. They have a very attentive glance, they treat strangers incredulously, at least for the first time. Of these pets are obtained only pets, but the guards and the guard of them are so-so, the maximum that they can - loudly bark if there is a danger.

By type of character, xolo are sanguine, they are intellectuals who are able to remain alone, but not be nervous about this. Pets have a strong nervous system. They get along well with all members of the family, but they consider the owner to be the leader of the pack, they obey him unconditionally and always try to be close. "Mexican" can start a family with other pets, the dog will calmly take them to the flock.

Mexican dog puppies: features of choice

Toddlers of this breed are strikingly different from adults - they are plump, stocky and exhibit remarkable activity. This is what the chosen puppy should be - short-footed, with a blunt muzzle and all covered with skin folds. Later he will stretch and turn into a tall, elegant dog.

On the territory of Russia you will rarely meet a Mexican naked dog, as it is rather rare. And as you know, the price of exotic breeds is quite high. In the country there are only a few kennels engaged in breeding xolo, and if you need a puppy with a good pedigree, you will have to go for the baby.

The minimum price of a puppy of this breed with a pedigree is 60,000 rubles, and a pet without documents will cost at least 25,000 rubles. Naturally, in the latter case there are no guarantees about the purebred origin and excellent health of the dog.

How to care for a naked Mexican dog?

Such a pet does not require special care. And in food they are very unpretentious and will eat everything that gets into their bowl, so you should take care of a balanced diet of your pet. There is an opinion that once the dogs of this breed, eaten, were fattened with plants, xolo does not need meat food. But this is a dangerous delusion.

The basis of the diet of these animals should be meat and offal. "Mexicans" can be given and feed, but premium. And you should choose one type of food, not mixing, as violations in the digestive system are possible. A low-carb diet is recommended for low-carb diets.

Dogs of this breed have sensitive skin, so frequent wearing of clothes made of synthetic fabrics can cause allergies. They are very fond of walks and activities, so if the weather permits, you can do training.

It is not recommended to allow your four-footed friend to play with larger dogs - trauma to the pet is possible. Even minor wounds and scratches should be immediately treated with antiseptic agents.

American Hairless Terrier

Many of these amazing dogs may seem very pretty, in addition, the advantages include their excellent character. The ancestors of the American naked terriers are the rat-dog-rats and the rat-terriers, and the breed was bred for quite urgent needs - the fight against foxes and rodents, harming the farms of British farmers.

For a long time, dogs were bred solely for work and did not particularly care about their appearance. Dogs of the modern exterior are the result of gene mutation in the 70s of the 20th century, when among the posterity of the Rat Terrier were found kids who have no fur.

The nature of the naked "Americans"

From the former rat-catchers turned out great companions - energetic, active, intelligent, they are well trained and not stubborn. Thanks to the hunting past, these pets are distinguished by courage and fearlessness, able to stand up for themselves and their master. But without the need to show these qualities they will not. In addition, modern representatives of the breed are not hunters, and their skin without hair is very vulnerable.

These dogs are born exclusively as friends and family pets, they love children and get along well with other animals. True, they may perceive small animals as game, however, genetic predisposition must be taken into account. American naked terriers need to communicate - they are very attentively listening to the owners, and those who have no doubts that the pet understands them.

Puppies and how to approach the choice

As in the case of other hairless breeds, there are two types of dogs - hairless and bare. In the first case, puppies are born with soft fur, which disappears by 1.5-2 months old. In adults, wool remains only in the sideburns, chin and eyebrows. In the same downy dog ​​dense, soft coat covers the entire torso.

Puppies with the following whipping are disqualified: in the presence of one-sided or bilateral cryptorchism, aggressive or cowardly, with one-sided or bilateral deafness, short-tailed, with hanging ears, albinos, having curly or damaged wool, of marble color. When choosing a puppy from a private breeder, you should pay attention to the quality data.

The American Hairless Terrier is a rare guest in Russia. On the territory of the country there is only one nursery located in St. Petersburg, engaged in the breeding of this amazing breed. In addition, the breed is not recognized in all countries, and this should be known before acquiring a pet, if there is a desire to exhibit a dog at international exhibitions. But interest in the breed increases, which means that it may soon be possible to appear in the international registry.

Content Features

Many owners agree that their pet is like a child and requires appropriate care. In the summer, his skin is smeared with a sunscreen cream, in winter the pet is dressed in warm clothes and boots. In addition, the skin of these dogs very quickly gets dirty, which means that they will often have to bathe their pet once a week.

Terriers, whether they are bare or woolen, need regular, active walking. For good health and preservation of physical fitness, you should definitely deal with them on special sites so that the pet receives the necessary load.

Peruvian Inca Orchid

The very name of these charming creatures with a funny tuft on his head is intriguing. In our area, the breed is the rarest, and at home in Peru - is a divine being, protecting the house and its inhabitants from the dark forces. A surprising fact - the skin of dogs under the action of temperature can change color - in winter it is lighter, and in summer it becomes pinkish.

The controversy has not yet subsided about the origin of the breed - according to some data, these dogs were brought to Peru by Chinese immigrating here, according to others, they came from Africa with nomadic tribes. But in any case, it is proved that the Peruvian hairless dog is one of the most ancient breeds. Similar animals were depicted on ceramics belonging to the civilization that existed before the Incas.

Character traits

By purchasing a puppy of a given breed, the owners become the owners of the tenderest and most relaxed creature, which quickly becomes attached to the members of the new family. Such a dog will always be greeted with barking, expressing thus delight.

The Peruvian orchid is a cheerful, noble dog, completely devoid of aggression, but wary of strangers. Therefore, such a pet needs early socialization. In fact, Peruvian is a night hunter who sleeps during the day and becomes as active as possible in the evening.

If you need an apartment pet, balanced and not requiring a lot of space, then a representative of this breed will fit perfectly. However, in order to acquire such a dog, you will have to spend time searching and paying a tidy sum.

Orchid puppies: breeding and acquisition features

Before you go to the nursery for an exotic Peruvian orchid, you should know that there are three types of breed: miniature dogs, whose weight does not exceed 8 kg, medium ones weigh a maximum of 12 kg and maxi do not exceed 25 kg. In addition, there are individuals covered with hair and bald.

The “hairless” gene is dominant and in the homozygous type is in a latent state. Therefore, it is possible to obtain healthy, viable offspring when mating hairless and woolly individuals. Otherwise, puppies do not survive. The standard allows for a different shade of wool. Bald dog fur is present in the form of a tuft, there are also tassels in the area of ​​the ears and tail, and small areas on the legs.

When acquiring a puppy, it is necessary to take a closer look at the following: the presence of albinism, abnormal bite, wool in places that are not marked by the standard - are considered as defects leading to disqualification of the animal. In Russia, the cost of downy and naked Peruvians is very different - the seller can give the baby with wool for 5000-10000 rubles, and the puppy from the same litter, but naked, for 50000-80000 rubles. Well, bald dogs are expensive exotic.

How to keep an orchid from Peru?

Like other hairless dogs, Peruvian naked must be protected from the sun and cold. But Peruvian naked is not recommended to bathe often, as the pH of the skin is very easy to disturb. It is best to look for a special detergent that is suitable for these hairless dogs. As for the rest, the care is the same as for other four-legged friends - cleaning ears, teeth, eye examinations.

General recommendations for the care of hairless dogs

As can be seen, despite the overall quality, dogs that do not have wool have some differences. But there are a number of general rules relating to their content:

• Most of the breeds are native, that is, bred naturally, without the intervention of breeders. This suggests that naked dogs excellent immunity. But this does not mean that they do not need regular vaccination, it is mandatory.
• The skin is the weak point of such pets, especially its hairless part. It often dries out, therefore, if necessary, it is greased with fatty nourishing creams. But it is worth remembering that any sunflower oil is not suitable for these purposes and can cause burns.
• Some representatives of such breeds do not have molars, which means that food should be ground and given in small portions. And in order to strengthen the jaw apparatus, it is recommended to regularly give bones from the veins.
• Yes, they do not tolerate long-term exposure to direct sunlight and extreme cold, but if the temperature is not critical, you can safely go for a walk - such pets are not too tender and vulnerable.
• It is best to buy clothes from natural materials - an allergic reaction to synthetics may occur from a pet.
• Frequent washing can cause dermatitis, dryness and damage to the skin, so you should be careful in this matter.
• In terms of feeding, all naked and downy representatives of the breed require the same type of nutrition - natural products or production fodder. In addition, these dogs are often food allergies.

Owners should be aware of the characteristics of these breeds and take them into account. Having decided to buy an exotic dog, you should not rely solely on its rarity. These unique pets require love, affection, attention from their owners, and most importantly, the feelings were sincere. These animals acutely feel the falsehood and survive, not getting the necessary, they can not be treated rudely and coldly. Such a pet becomes not just a pet, but a true friend and family member.