The Peruvian Hairless Dog breed
Peruvian Hairless Dog
Peruvian Inca Orchid: the elegant pre-Incan hairless sighthound
The Peruvian Inca Orchid (PIO) or Perro Sin Pelo del Perú is a Peruvian dog with a slender sighthound silhouette and bare skin. Elegant, lively and deeply attached, today the national dog of Peru.
Origins of the Peruvian Inca Orchid
Depicted on pre-Incan ceramics (Moche, Chimú cultures) over 3,000 years ago. FCI number 310. Exists in three sizes (small, medium, large) and two varieties (hairless, coated).
Temperament and character
Key traits:
- Lively yet elegant
- Great family loyalty
- Natural reserve toward strangers
- Marked sensitivity
Fast, agile and affectionate.
Training and socialisation
Intelligent and sensitive, requires gentle and consistent training. Early socialisation essential.
Health and grooming
Very healthy overall:
- Sun sensitivity (sunscreen essential)
- Cold sensitivity
- Dental issues
Weekly cleaning of the bare skin with adapted products.
The Peruvian Inca Orchid in the family
Suits attentive families with time. Good with respectful children. Temperate climate recommended.
📌 In short
Elegant, lively and loyal, the Peruvian Inca Orchid is a pre-Incan hairless sighthound for attentive families.