Discover the 15 Most Expensive Dog Breeds in the World

15. Peruvian Hairless Dog

The average cost is $3,000.
Country of Origin: Peru
The Peruvian Hairless Dog is an ancient breed from pre-Inca Peru, with popularity surging during the Incan era. It is easily recognized by its hairless body, though some sport small tufts on the head.

Hairless Woman in Peru © Evdoha_spb/SShutterstock
While some pre-Incan peoples ate these dogs, the Incas deemed them sacred and forbade their consumption. Their images appear on Andean ceramics and Moche vessels. According to The New York Times, Peruvian Hairless Dogs live 11–12 years, weigh up to 26 pounds, and stand 16–20 inches tall. Lively, affectionate, and alert, they remain a proud cultural icon of Peru.

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