If you can, also try to attract the dog's attention to make him lift his ears often. Care For The Xoloitzcuintli's Skin . While a Xoloitzcuintli has no hair to groom and will not spend any time in the dog beauty parlor, his bear skin will need much care from his master, because it can dry and cause pain to the animal. It is especially important to treat the dogs skin with oil after bathing, because this is the moment when the skin is most dry. To care for the dog's skin apply almond oil with your bear hands evenly and through out his whole body.
Almond oil is available in pharmacies.
The oil must be edible because the dog will lick himself when you apply it. Never apply cooking oil on the dog's skin, because this can burn the dog if he goes out in the sun. Also if your dog is out in the sun, it is a good idea to rub him down with sun block to protect him form the harsh sun light. Xoloitzcuintlis, like other dogs, can be very active and play hard in the dirt. These activities will be readily apparent with scratches and bruises to the skin, as well as having their pelt very dirty and dry.