Just noticed this thread somehow....Sad, I had to put my Chow/Shepard mutt down after a 14 year life last month. Love your dogs while you still have them guys. I miss mine so much.
Do you mean the Cholo dog? Xoloitzcuintle are hairless dogs except for the mohawk like fringe on the their head and sometimes tail. Usually are hairless.
Sorry for your trouble, Fordie. I know a piece of you is gone forever. Do another one...so many homeless out there need a forever home.