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Peruvian Inca Orchid Facts
- Group
- Toys
- Affiliations
- UKC
- Height
- 17" - 24"
- Weight
- 24-40 lbs.
- Lifespan
- 12 years | Add yours
- Exercise Requirement
- Training Requirement
- Grooming Requirement
- Colors
- Breed Characteristics
Alternate Names
Perro sin pelo del Peru, moonflower dog, perro flora, Inca Hairless dog.
Origin
The Peruvian Inca Orchid originated in Peru.
Date Of Origin
It is believed that this breed developed around 750 A.D.
History
Although there are many theories about the origin of this breed, everyone agrees that it is an old breed. The hairless dog may have arrived in South America by way of Africa or China, brought there by sailors or immigrants. There are two varieties of Peruvian Inca Orchids: hairless and coated. The coated were used as hunters while the hairless were kept by the nobility as pets and bed warmers. It is said that when the Spanish conquered Peru, they discovered the dogs among the orchid flowers and thus called them flower dogs.
Description
This breed is a medium size dog that is well balanced and muscular. It has prick ears and almond shaped eyes, which complement the coat color. It has a long tapering tail and webbed feet. There are two varieties, caoted (powderpuff) and the hairless. The powderpuff may have a short, medium, or long coat, which may be any color or color combination. The hairless's skin color ranges from black with spots of white, cream, pink, mahogany, blue, or red to pink, cream, white, mahogany or red with spots of another color.
Temperament
This is a gentle, quiet, and fastidious dog. It is intelligent, easily trained, and outgoing. It gets along with almost everyone as long as it is well socialized.
Uses
This dog is used as a hunter if it is of the coated variety, or as a companion if it is hairless. Today both variations make excellent companions.
Health Concerns
Dental problems, sun sensitivity.
Additional Information
This breed does well in the suburbs or city and makes an excellent apartment dog.
Sources
The Howell Book Of Dogs
Publisher: Wiley Publishing Inc, 2007
Website: http://www.wiley.com/WileyCDA/
Author: Liz Palika
Dog Bible
Publisher: BowTie Press, 2005
Website: http://www.bowtiepress.com/bowtie/
Authors: Kristin Meuh-Roe, Jarelle S. Stein
Simon & Schusters Guide to Dogs
Publisher: Simon & Schuster inc, 1980
Website: http://www.simonandschuster.com
Author: Elizabeth Meriwether Schuler
The New Encyclopedia of the Dog
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Publishing, 2000
Website: http://www.dk.com
Author: Bruce Fogle
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