The Peruvian dog, hairless and with history

This dog is as Peruvian as pisco, ceviche, and paso horse. It is also known as "Perro Calato", "Chinese Dog" or "Peruvian Hairless Dog." Anyone might think that in winter they die of cold, but it is not like that, since the temperature of their body is like a hot water bottle. They are totally calatos which makes them lack the smell of dogs and especially fleas, it is an intelligent and very agile breed. 

This canine species played a very important role in pre-Inca times, since it was used for medicinal purposes. Traces found between cultures Ugly y Chimu they are faithful proof that these hairless dogs They are originally from Peru. The Moches and Chimús molded the calato dog in their pottery, their mating and even the lactation of the puppies. The Peruvian Dog It has a very particular walk, they lift their little tail and open their ears like leaves. They do not have good teeth, they are usually incomplete, but what they do have very well developed is the auditory sense, which makes them very good guardians.

Currently we can find them in the huacas of the Sun and the Moon and in Chan Chan (Trujillo). The color of their skin can be black, lead, pink and in some cases they are spotty. On October 22, 2001, the Hairless Dog It was declared a National Heritage, recognizing this canine breed as a native of Peru and a species to be preserved. Today there is a Committee for the Protection of the Hairless Dog, from Peru. The Peruvian Dog For its finesse and elegance when walking, it is highly valued abroad, as well as winning international competitions.


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      Carlos Alexs Yupari Astete said

    Well, I have a dog but I want you to explain to me if this has a legend, not how this dog was created, I'll be waiting for your answer.

      anayeli said

    Hello

      Mauro Macote said

    I have a Peruvian Male dog with brown and white spots of 8 months of dead and if someone has a female he communicates. Thanks.