LoyalAlertCalm
Non-Sporting Group — Origin: Mexico
Xoloitzcuintli
A medium-sized non-sporting-group dog known for being loyal and alert.
- Size
- Medium
- Weight
- 5–25 kg
- Lifespan
- 13–18 yrs
Strength
8
Stamina
4
Trainability
7
Friendliness
6
At a mid-life age of 15.5 years, this breed is roughly
84.8 human years old
See the full dog-years calculatorWhat it eats
- Balanced dry kibble with lean protein
- Two meals a day portioned to activity level
- Fish oil supplement for coat health
What it does
- Daily walks and yard play
- Fetch in short bursts
- Casual obedience games
Habitat
Does best with a yard or frequent walks; comfortable in suburban homes with space to move.
Daily exercise needs
Bred with a calm streak, this breed keeps its condition with moderate daily exertion.
Moderate exertion~68 min/day
Field note
Hailing from Mexico, the Xoloitzcuintli has been recognized as part of the Non-Sporting group for generations of purposeful breeding.