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Nov 6, 2024 16 min

Xoloitzcuintli - Episode #10

from What’s in a Dog? Hosted by Rebekah Wong

Rare, ancient, and hairless? I'm not talking about your grandpa, this week's episode is all about the Xolo, AKA the Mexican Hairless Dog. This dog came into existence thousands of years ago and has had a long history of guiding spirits in the underworld and healing the sick. Sources: The Comprehensive Guide to Xoloitzcuintli: History, Care, and More - PetHelpful Xoloitzcuintli History: Where the Breed Originated (akc.org) The Aztec Underworld: A Journey Through Mictlan - Aztec Mythology (mythologyworldwide.com) https://www.nature.com/ About Xolos — Xoloitzcuintli Club of America

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