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21 sats \ 5 replies \ @siggy47 2 Sep \ parent \ on: Mucuchíes: Venezuelan dog breed Dogs_And_Cats

No. What breed is that?

43 sats \ 4 replies \ @bief57 OP 2 Sep

https://m.stacker.news/49364

They call him a "calato" dog (it is a colloquial word from Peru that means naked) because he has no hair.

21 sats \ 3 replies \ @siggy47 2 Sep

That is an interesting looking creature! What are their temperaments like?

43 sats \ 2 replies \ @bief57 OP 2 Sep

I'll be honest, the first time I saw him in person I was horrified, I said: Oh my god, what happened to that dog? How horrible. The person I was with said: Shhhh, don't say that out loud here, he's the national dog of Peru. After that I've seen many of those dogs.

This is what it says on the website: This breed is characterized by being intelligent, loyal and affectionate. They are very sociable dogs that get along well with other animals and are especially affectionate with their owners. In addition, they are excellent playmates for children, as they are playful and energetic.

21 sats \ 1 reply \ @siggy47 2 Sep

I didn't want to be insulting, but that dog is really scary looking. It sounds like a great dog, though.

43 sats \ 0 replies \ @bief57 OP 2 Sep

It's the impression you get at first sight, especially if you've never heard of them. If you see them by surprise, it's quite shocking. I've never interacted with one of those dogs. People here are very jealous of their dogs.