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PRIMITIVE DOGS

Carolina Dog

HEIGHT 18–20in (45–50cm) Deep red-ginger
WEIGHT 33–44lb (15–20kg) Black and tan
LIFE SPAN 12–14 years

Also known as the “American Dingo,”
this dog’s ancestors are thought to have been Triangular,
erect ears
domesticated and brought into North America
by early settlers from Asia. In America’s
southeastern states, some still live Wheaten
semi-wild. Naturally wary, this dog
needs early socializing to make it
Longer
an acceptable pet. hairs on
neck

Short,
dense coat
Lighter-colored
chest
Tail carried in
distinctive hook
when alert

Peruvian Inca Orchid

HEIGHT 20–26in (50–65cm) Any color
WEIGHT 26–51lb (12–23kg) Hairless dogs always have pink skin
LIFE SPAN 11–12 years but the color of mottling can vary.

The true origins of the Peruvian
Ears become Crest of hair
Inca Orchid are lost in time, but semierect on head
dogs of this type are known to have when alert
been important in Inca civilizations.
There are two varieties of this
breed: hairless and coated. The
Straight back
hairless Inca Orchid is better
suited to indoor rather than
outdoor life because of
its delicate skin.

Pink with
darker
mottling
HAIRLESS INCA
ORCHID
Tail sometimes
carried tucked
under belly
Front feet longer
than hind feet

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