As legends have it, he was a monstrous dog that guarded the sun god ... In ancient Aztec tongue, the name 'Axolotl' translates to "water monster," and just as their name suggests, these creatures ...

Xoloitzcuintli (the hairless dog breed) is also named after the same god. It’s suggested that the name axolotl translates to “water dog,” which is a nickname these aquatic amphibians often ...

2. Axolotls are Easy to Care For Axolotls are relatively easy to care for. All they need is a medium, 15-20 gallon tank with a secure lid and proper water conditions, and you should be good to go!