Xoloitzcuintle Dog Día de Muertos Scented Candle Rugs a Zapotec town in Oaxaca

a Zapotec town in Oaxaca

Glazed on the inside for liquid retention utilizing the crazing technique

Sweet Almond Oil

and folk stories in contrasting colors that portray the region's diversity

Each with individual sections carved for neat organization

Xoloitzcuintle Dog Día de Muertos Scented Candle Rugs a Zapotec town in OaxacaCharming Xoloitzcuintle Day of the Dead Dog Scented Candle Made in Tlaxcala, Mexico. In Mexican culture, it is believed that Xoloitzcuintles' role was to help souls pass through a deep and mighty river that crosses the land of the dead, helping them get safely to Mictln, the underworld. During Da de Los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, festivities, these dogs can be seen in ofrendas (offerings) to represent that guidance. These beautiful dog candles are