Peruvian Inca Orchids: Peruvian Inca Orchids have dark round eyes that tend to squint in the sunlight due to their sensitivity. Their lips are wrinkled and their thick, leathery ears sometimes have wisps of hair. Hair grows on the top of their heads. Some are born coated with hair in the same litter as the hairless Peruvian Inca Orchids. Their skin is soft  and pliable. Peruvian Inca Orchids have a dark color with a pink background, or can be solid colored. Peruvian Inca Orchids are an exotic treat to have as pets. Their skin requires care to avoid sunburn, which can happen quickly. Peruvian Inca Orchids are quick witted, affectionate, calm and intelligent. They are usually good with children and get along well with other dogs. Peruvian Inca Orchids should live indoors and be protected from the elements. Peruvian Inca Orchids should have sweaters in the winter and kept at a comfortable temperature in the summer. Keep in mind they do not have hair to protect them from the weather and they are basically naked.

Peruvian Inca Orchids originated from Peru. Spanish explorers came upon this breed in the homes of the Inca nobility when they first entered Peru in the early 1500's. All the Peruvian Inca Orchids in the United States go back to fewer than a dozen dogs imported a long time ago, so there is a very tight gene pool.  Thus, most Peruvian Inca Orchids look very similar. In Peru, Peruvian Inca Orchids are known as "Calatos", a Quechua word that means "Naked." The full name would be "Al'co Calatos" (naked dogs), but no one seems to use that name. The Spanish carried Peruvian Inca Orchids to China as gifts, and they may be the origin of Chinese Cresteds.

The Peruvian Inca Orchid Size:
Height: 20-26 inches
Weight: 26-50 lbs