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American Hairless Terrier vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Peruvian Inca Orchid Comparison - Dog breed selector: American Hairless Terrier or Xolito or Inca Hairless Dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name American Hairless Terrier Xoloitzcuintli Peruvian Inca Orchid
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States Mexico flagMexico Peru flagPeru
Group Hunting Dogs Hunting Dogs Hunting Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
No data available Xolito
Xolo
Xoloescuincle
Xoloitzcuintle
Xoloitzcuintli
Xoloitzquintle
Mexican Hairless
Inca Hairless Dog
Peruvian Inca Orchid Calato
Viringo
Perro Sin Pelo de Perú
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? American Hairless Terrier vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Peruvian Inca Orchid breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

American Hairless Terrier vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Peruvian Inca Orchid Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, American Hairless Terrier or Xoloitzcuintli or Peruvian Inca Orchid? Which is the smallest dog, American Hairless Terrier or Xoloitzcuintli or Peruvian Inca Orchid?
Small Medium Small
Large
Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, American Hairless Terrier or Xoloitzcuintli or Xoloitzcuintli? American Hairless Terrier vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Peruvian Inca Orchid weight comparison:
5-16 pounds (2.5-7 kg) 15-30 pounds (7-14 kg) Small: 9–18 pounds (4–8 kg)
Medium: 18–26 pounds (8–12 kg)
Large: 26–55 pounds (12–25 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
10.5 pounds (2.6 kg) 22.5 pounds (10.5 kg) Small: 13.5 pounds (6 kg)
Medium: 22 pounds (10 kg)
Large: 40.5 pounds (18.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, American Hairless Terrier or Xoloitzcuintli or Peruvian Inca Orchid? American Hairless Terrier vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Peruvian Inca Orchid height comparison:
7-16 inches (18-41 cm) 15-20 inches (38-51 cm) Small: 10–16 inches (25–40 cm)
Medium: 16–20 inches (40–50 cm)
Large: 20–26 inches (50–65 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
11.5 inches (29.5 cm) 17.5 inches (44.5 cm) Small: 13 inches (32.5 cm)
Medium: 18 inches (45 cm)
Large: 23 inches (57.5 cm)

American Hairless Terrier vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Peruvian Inca Orchid Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, American Hairless Terrier or Xoloitzcuintli or Peruvian Inca Orchid? Which is more expensive?
$300-$500 $600-$800 $400-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, American Hairless Terrier or Xoloitzcuintli or Peruvian Inca Orchid?
Frequent: The American Hairless Terrier is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Xoloitzcuintli is easier than average to get.
Average: The Peruvian Inca Orchid is a commonly available dog breed.

American Hairless Terrier vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Peruvian Inca Orchid Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? American Hairless Terrier vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Peruvian Inca Orchid intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
American Hairless Terrier vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Peruvian Inca Orchid trainability comparison.
American Hairless Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Xoloitzcuintli dogs are quite easy to train.
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Peruvian Inca Orchid dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: American Hairless Terrier or Xoloitzcuintli or Peruvian Inca Orchid?
American Hairless Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Xoloitzcuintli dogs are average watchdogs.
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Peruvian Inca Orchid dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog American Hairless Terrier or Xoloitzcuintli or Peruvian Inca Orchid? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
American Hairless Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Xoloitzcuintli dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Peruvian Inca Orchid dogs strongly protect their territory.
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American Hairless Terrier vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Peruvian Inca Orchid Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, American Hairless Terrier or Xoloitzcuintli or Peruvian Inca Orchid? American Hairless Terrier vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Peruvian Inca Orchid behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Loving
Alert
Intelligent
Lively
Inquisitive
Protective
Alert
Loyal
Companionable
Cheerful
Calm
Agile
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Lively
Noble
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Xoloitzcuintli dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Peruvian Inca Orchid dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: American Hairless Terrier vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Peruvian Inca Orchid?
Average to High: American Hairless Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Xoloitzcuintli dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Peruvian Inca Orchid dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
American Hairless Terrier vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Peruvian Inca Orchid social needs comparison:
American Hairless Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Xoloitzcuintli dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Peruvian Inca Orchid dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
American Hairless Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the Xoloitzcuintli is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Peruvian Inca Orchid is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
American Hairless Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Xoloitzcuintli dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Peruvian Inca Orchid dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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American Hairless Terrier vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Peruvian Inca Orchid Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
American Hairless Terrier vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Peruvian Inca Orchid playfulness comparison:
The American Hairless Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Xoloitzcuintlis, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Peruvian Inca Orchids are not the most playful dog breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: American Hairless Terrier vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Peruvian Inca Orchid?
Low to Average: The American Hairless Terrier rarely barks.
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Low: The Xoloitzcuintli barks none to minimal.
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Low to Average: The Peruvian Inca Orchid rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly American Hairless Terrier or Xoloitzcuintli or Peruvian Inca Orchid?
Apartment-friendly dog the American Hairless Terrier breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Xoloitzcuintli breed.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Peruvian Inca Orchid indoors.

American Hairless Terrier vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Peruvian Inca Orchid Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: American Hairless Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Xoloitzcuintli dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Peruvian Inca Orchid dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: American Hairless Terrier or Xoloitzcuintli or Peruvian Inca Orchid?
American Hairless Terrier dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
Xoloitzcuintli dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Peruvian Inca Orchid dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

American Hairless Terrier vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Peruvian Inca Orchid Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: American Hairless Terrier or Xoloitzcuintli or Peruvian Inca Orchid?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

American Hairless Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Xoloitzcuintli bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Peruvian Inca Orchid bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The American Hairless Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Xoloitzcuintli has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Peruvian Inca Orchid has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? American Hairless Terrier vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Peruvian Inca Orchid mouthiness comparison:
American Hairless Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Xoloitzcuintli dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Peruvian Inca Orchid dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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American Hairless Terrier vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Peruvian Inca Orchid Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
American Hairless Terrier vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Peruvian Inca Orchid health comparison. Which is the healthier: American Hairless Terrier vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Peruvian Inca Orchid?
The American Hairless Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Xoloitzcuintlis tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
The Peruvian Inca Orchid is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: American Hairless Terrier vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Peruvian Inca Orchid? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? American Hairless Terrier vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Peruvian Inca Orchid health problems comparison:
No data available Skin Irritation
Dry Skin
Acne
Skin Infections
Skin Irritation
Skin Allergies
Dry Skin
Irritable Bowel Disease (ibd)
Sunburn
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The American Hairless Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Xoloitzcuintli should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Peruvian Inca Orchid should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
American Hairless Terrier vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Peruvian Inca Orchid lifespan comparison. How long do American Hairless Terrier, Xoloitzcuintli and Peruvian Inca Orchid breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
14-16 years
The average lifespan of American Hairless Terrier: 15 years
14-18 years
The average lifespan of Xoloitzcuintli: 16 years
11-13 years
The average lifespan of Peruvian Inca Orchid: 12 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: American Hairless Terrier vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Peruvian Inca Orchid?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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American Hairless Terrier vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Peruvian Inca Orchid Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a American Hairless Terrier or Xoloitzcuintli or Peruvian Inca Orchid? American Hairless Terrier vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Peruvian Inca Orchid energy level comparison:
American Hairless Terrier dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Xoloitzcuintli dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Peruvian Inca Orchid dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
American Hairless Terrier vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Peruvian Inca Orchid exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: American Hairless Terrier or Xoloitzcuintli or Peruvian Inca Orchid? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
American Hairless Terrier dogs exercise need is minimal.
Xoloitzcuintli dogs have an average exercise need.
Peruvian Inca Orchid dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: American Hairless Terrier or Xoloitzcuintli or Peruvian Inca Orchid?
American Hairless Terrier dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Xoloitzcuintli dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Peruvian Inca Orchid dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

American Hairless Terrier vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Peruvian Inca Orchid Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: American Hairless Terrier or Xoloitzcuintli or Peruvian Inca Orchid?
1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 0.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? American Hairless Terrier vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Peruvian Inca Orchid weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The American Hairless Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Xoloitzcuintli has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Peruvian Inca Orchid has an average risk for obesity.
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American Hairless Terrier vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Peruvian Inca Orchid Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? American Hairless Terrier vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Peruvian Inca Orchid coat comparison:
Hairless Smooth
Hairless
Hairless
Colors
What are the original American Hairless Terrier, Xoloitzcuintli and Peruvian Inca Orchid color?
Black
White
Spotted
Speckled
Black
Gray
White
Brown
Brindle
Black
Gray
Tan
White
Brown
Pink
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, American Hairless Terrier or Xoloitzcuintli or Peruvian Inca Orchid? American Hairless Terrier vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Peruvian Inca Orchid grooming comparison:
Advanced: The American Hairless Terrier requires a lot of grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Xoloitzcuintli doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Peruvian Inca Orchid requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more American Hairless Terrier or Xoloitzcuintli or Peruvian Inca Orchid? American Hairless Terrier or Xoloitzcuintli or {name3 shedding:
American Hairless Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Xoloitzcuintli dogs shed none to minimal.
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Peruvian Inca Orchid dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: American Hairless Terrier or Xoloitzcuintli or Peruvian Inca Orchid?
1-2 weeks
Very frequent. This breed has famously high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 1-2 weeks.
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1-2 weeks
Very frequent. This breed has famously high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 1-2 weeks.
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1-2 weeks
Very frequent. This breed has famously high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 1-2 weeks.
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Hypoallergenic
American Hairless Terrier vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Peruvian Inca Orchid hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, American Hairless Terrier vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Peruvian Inca Orchid?

Medium

The American Hairless Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Xoloitzcuintli has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Peruvian Inca Orchid has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The American Hairless Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Xoloitzcuintli is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Peruvian Inca Orchid is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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American Hairless Terrier vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Peruvian Inca Orchid Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
American Hairless Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Xoloitzcuintli dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Peruvian Inca Orchid dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly American Hairless Terrier or Xoloitzcuintli or Peruvian Inca Orchid? Which dog is more friendly?
American Hairless Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Xoloitzcuintli dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Peruvian Inca Orchid dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly American Hairless Terrier or Xoloitzcuintli or Peruvian Inca Orchid?
American Hairless Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Xoloitzcuintli dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Peruvian Inca Orchid dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly American Hairless Terrier or Xoloitzcuintli or Peruvian Inca Orchid?
American Hairless Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Xoloitzcuintli dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Peruvian Inca Orchid dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly American Hairless Terrier or Xoloitzcuintli or Peruvian Inca Orchid?
American Hairless Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Xoloitzcuintli dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Peruvian Inca Orchid dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: American Hairless Terrier vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Peruvian Inca Orchid?
Yes
American Hairless Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Xoloitzcuintli dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Peruvian Inca Orchid dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
American Hairless Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Xoloitzcuintli is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Peruvian Inca Orchid is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
American Hairless Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Xoloitzcuintlis are usually recommended for elderly people.
Peruvian Inca Orchids are usually recommended for elderly people.

American Hairless Terrier vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Peruvian Inca Orchid As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: American Hairless Terrier or Xoloitzcuintli or Peruvian Inca Orchid? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: American Hairless Terrier vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Peruvian Inca Orchid?

Not really

American Hairless Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Xoloitzcuintli breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Peruvian Inca Orchid breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

American Hairless Terrier vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Peruvian Inca Orchid Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can American Hairless Terrier and Xoloitzcuintli and Peruvian Inca Orchid have?
3-5 puppies 3-7 puppies 3-5 puppies

American Hairless Terrier vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Peruvian Inca Orchid Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2016 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2011 as a Non-Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type section. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
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