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Peruvian Inca Orchid

Peruvian Inca Orchid
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Weight
4–25 kg[1]
Lifespan
12–14 years[1]

Temperament

Loyal, Affectionate, Noble

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A dog depicted in ancient Peruvian art

The AKC describes this as an ancient breed widely depicted in pre-Inca ceramics from cultures including the Vicús, Mochica, Chancay, and Chimú.

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An elegant, square-proportioned sighthound

It is an elegant sighthound with a square outline and long legs; females may be slightly longer in body. The UKC standard describes an impression of speed, strength, and stamina, as well as smooth, elastic skin.

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Coated dogs are part of the same breed

Hairless dogs may retain small amounts of hair on the head, legs and tail; the coated variety has a short-to-medium single coat. UKC says both may occur in the same litter and recognizes small, medium and large sizes with varied skin and coat colors.

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Sources

  1. Peruvian Inca Orchid
  2. Peruvian Inca Orchid

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