Xoloitzcuintle training

Xoloitzcuintle photo - Mexican hairless dog

The Xoloitzcuintle is also called the Mexican Hairless, Tepeizeuintli or simply just Xolo. The Xoloitzcuintle dog training will be easy. There are three types of Xolo available: toy, miniature and standard. This breed is special because its lack of hair. The color of the Xoloitzcuintle's skin is either red or gray or black and sometimes it may have spots of different colors. You have to pay special attention to the Xoloitzcuintle's sensitive skin, protect it from sunburn and cold.

Xoloitzcuintle dog training will be a great pleasure due to the dog's intelligence and affectionate nature. The Xolo will adapt to any home.

How to Train the Xoloitzcuintle

The Aztecs considered the Xolo a sacred dog. To train the Xoloitzcuintle try the basic obedience training. It will work in most of the cases. Crate training will require some patience, but don't be angry at the puppy, be gentle. You can train the Xoloitzcuintle to walk on a leash, but in case you own a toy Mexican Hairless, they can hardly be walked on leash, being too small.

They will try to protect you, so they will have the tendency to bark. If that bothers you, try using some tricks: spray water on the Xolo's face- this will not be a pleasant experience for the dog. It will associate this experience with the barking. In case you need a watchdog, the barking will be just suitable. The Xoloitzcuintle dog training does not require much exercise, but play with your pet, it will improve their health. The Xolos are vegetarians, but you can easily train them to eat meat as well.

They will be very loving and cheerful with the family, being a valuable companion.