Comparison: Basenji and Peruvian Hairless Dog

Basenji and Peruvian Hairless Dog are marked as similar in our database. The table compares only the data we have on the breeds.

Basenji
Photo: Niko Herlin, CC BY 2.0, source
Peruvian Hairless Dog
Photo: Jablct, CC BY-SA 3.0, source
BasenjiPeruvian Hairless Dog
FCI group5. Spitz and primitive types5. Spitz and primitive types
Country of originCongo - KinshasaPeru
CategoryMediumMedium
Height at withers40–43 cm–
Weight9–11 kg4–30 kg
Life span12–14 years–
Recognition features
  • Short fine coat in red, black or tricolour with white
  • Tightly curled tail and wrinkled brow
  • Light, lean body with erect ears
  • Elegant, slim dog in hairless and coated varieties
  • Three sizes: small, medium and large
  • Smooth, elastic skin in black, slate, grey, pink or spotted shades
CoatShort, smooth coat; red, black, tricolour.–
PurposeAn ancient African hunting dog from Congo; does not bark but yodels.Peruvian hairless dog (viringo), an ancient companion historically credited with healing properties.

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The information is indicative. Texts are based on available sources and may contain inaccuracies; for binding details (e.g. for breeding or shows) use the official breed standard.