Mexican Hairless is a breed of dog that is renowned for being hairless. However, this breed is also known by other names depending on the region and language. In Spain, they call this breed "Perro sin Pelo Mexicano" which translates to "Mexican Dog without Hair." In South America, the Chileans call them "Perro Pelón" which means "naked dog." In Mexico, the breed is commonly referred to as "Xoloitzcuintle" or "Xolo" for short, which is derived from the Aztec words for "God" and "Dog." These synonyms all refer to the same breed of hairless dog and are used interchangeably around the world.