his remarkable breed is a primitive sighthound dating back to as early as 300 BC under some records. There are varying accounts from the reasonably accurate to the outright silly. What is known is that this dog was a key part of the Inca Civilization and remains an integral part of the Peruvian Culture to this day. In all Kennel Clubs around the world that fully recognize the Peruvian Hairless Dog under FCI Standard 310, there are three sizes—pequeno/small, medio/medium and large/grande. All show as separate varieties and are either hairless (vestiges of hair on head, feet and tail allowable) or have a smooth, short and tight type of coat. The AKC standard, while substantially similar at this time, differs in several ways; all sizes of dogs are judged as a single breed as opposed to the three distinct varieties, differences in ear carriage, types of coats, color preference/bias and far fewer disqualifications are the most notable. The “breed” under the name “Peruvian Inca Orchid” was recorded in what is now AKC-FSS prior to FCI full recognition which is why the AKC breed name differs from the rest of the world. The Peruvian Hairless Dogs in these photos are champions of many countries, several being multi best in show winners. All are outstanding examples of breed type. T
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