How long does a Xoloitzcuintli live?

The listed lifespan for a Xoloitzcuintli is 13–18 years.

How tall is a Xoloitzcuintli?

The listed height for a Xoloitzcuintli is Toy 10–14 in; Miniature 14–18 in; Standard 18–23 in.

Is a Xoloitzcuintli good with children?

The AKC good-with-children score for a Xoloitzcuintli is 3 out of 5.

What is the energy level of a Xoloitzcuintli?

The AKC energy score for a Xoloitzcuintli is 4 out of 5.

Non-Sporting Group

Xoloitzcuintli

Xoloitzcuintli is listed in more than one size (small, medium, large) in the Non-Sporting Group. Adult weight is Toy 10–15 lb; Miniature 15–30 lb; Standard 30–55 lb, height is Toy 10–14 in; Miniature 14–18 in; Standard 18–23 in, and the listed lifespan is 13–18 years. AKC describes the temperament as Alert, Loyal, Calm.

Last reviewed November 1, 2026.

Xoloitzcuintli dog — Photo: Leda Sulema Sanabria · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Lifespan13–18 years

WeightToy 10–15 lb; Miniature 15–30 lb; Standard 30–55 lb

SizeSmall, Medium, Large

GroupNon-Sporting Group

Height

Toy 10–14 in; Miniature 14–18 in; Standard 18–23 in

Energy

4 / 5

Shedding

1 / 5

Grooming

1 / 5

Trainability

4 / 5

Good with kids

3 / 5

The breed record

The feeding table is split by variety, because Xoloitzcuintli is published in separate sizes rather than one averaged class.

The listed origin is Mexico. The coat is described as smooth, hairless, short. The AKC energy score is 4 out of 5, 0.5 points above the group average of 3.5 for the Non-Sporting Group. Shedding scores 1 out of 5, so loose hair is limited. Grooming scores 1 out of 5, so home brushing covers most weeks. Trainability scores 4 out of 5, which is a biddable score. Good with children scores 3 out of 5. Good with other dogs scores 3 out of 5. AKC ranked this breed number 123 in 2025.

AKC parent-club recommended health screenings: Patella Evaluation, Hip Evaluation, Cardiac Exam, and Ophthalmologist Evaluation. These are screening tests, not a list of diseases the breed is guaranteed to develop.

Frequently asked

Questions from the breed record

The verified adult weight for a Xoloitzcuintli is Toy 10–15 lb; Miniature 15–30 lb; Standard 30–55 lb.

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