Shenzi

Name: Shenzi
Breed Type: Mexican Hairless
Size: Medium
Gender: Female
Date of birth: January 2020
Good with: children, domestics
Suburb: Villieria, Pretoria
Province: Gauteng

✨ Meet Shenzi ✨
📍 Pretoria

Shenzi is a truly special soul 💕

A beautiful 6-year-old female Xoloitzcuintli (that’s a hairless Mexican Xolo!) weighing around 25kg, she’s elegant, gentle, and impossible not to fall in love with.

Shenzi hasn’t had the easiest start to life. She was rescued after being badly hurt by a much larger dog — but despite everything, her heart is still soft and trusting 💛

She’s a calm, peaceful girl who doesn’t get easily over-excited. Indoors, she’s wonderfully chilled and quiet, making her an absolute joy to live with 🏡

👧 Children are her happy place!
Shenzi adores kids and is incredibly gentle with them.
🍞 And yes… she loves bread (although now that she’s filled out nicely, it’s an occasional treat 😉).
🐾 Shenzi is best as an only dog, however we can match her with a gentle male of her size or breed.

Why Shenzi is one-of-a-kind 🌟
🐾 Low maintenance queen – No shedding, no brushing, very clean (she even grooms herself like a cat!)
🐾 Allergy-friendly – Often a great choice for people with allergies
🐾 Head-turner – Elegant, striking, and guaranteed to stop traffic
🐾 Warm & comforting – Xolo’s are famously warm and known as “living hot water bottles” 🥰
🐾 Loyal & loving – Deeply devoted to her people
🐾 Smart cookie – Intelligent, quick to learn, with a sweet, slightly goofy side
🐾 Great watchdog – Alert and protective without being aggressive
🐾 Adaptable – Happy in a home or apartment with daily walks and love

🌎 Did you know?
Xolo’s are one of the world’s oldest dog breeds, with over 3 000 years of history. Shenzi isn’t just a dog — she’s living heritage 💫

✨ Important:
Strict home checks apply. Shenzi is looking for adopters who understand and appreciate this unique breed and are ready to love her for who she is.

📱 WhatsApp text: 063 040 6071
📧 Email: [email protected]

If you’re looking for a calm, affectionate, truly extraordinary companion — Shenzi might just be your girl 💙🐾

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