History of the Peruvian Inca Orchid

The Peruvian Inca Orchid is one of the oldest breeds in the world.  The evidence of this breed first appeared in Moche Pottery in 750 AD. They were also seen in other historical items, including Chima, Chancay, and Inca pottery.  These dogs were used as companions by the Chancat people,  and they strongly believed that this dog's urine and feces were beneficial for medical purposes. Many believed that this breed brings luck.  The original hairless dogs were small companion animals, but the small dogs were interbred with the foreigners' dogs when the conquistadors conquered Peru.

The Andean people gave their best to protect the dogs, but the breed did not fare well in the coast Cities.  There, the hairless dogs were considered Diseased and Pariahs and were often exterminated. In 1966, a big turn happened to the breed, when an American, Jack Walklin, traveled to Peru.  From there, he brought eight dogs to the states.  Dog Experts believe that Jack was the One who named the Breed- The Peruvian Inca Orchid.  With this name, the breed was established under that name in the states and Europe.  The name came from where the dogs were found as they were located in the Caves where certain orchids grew.

Germany registered the breed with the FCI in 1981. In 1985, the Kennel Club Of Peru accepted the breed and requested the FCI change the name to Perro Sin Pelo Del Peru (Peruvian Hairless Dog, PSPP).

As of 2001, the breed is protected in Peru.  That year, Peru declared the breed a National Patrimony, and the dogs are now Protected in Peru.  The Peruvian Inca Orchid or otherwise Peruvian Hairless Dog is a sighthound.  He is an elegant and slim dog, who comes in coated as well as Hairless Variety.  At First Sight, females look slightly longer than males do.  This breed is often described as alert and Lively, and very good when it comes to hunting.

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