Has any reputable veterinarian examined this specimen for mange? Having lived in S. Texas for many years and being extremely familiar with the mange problem in nearly every canid there - this would appear to be nothing more than a dog species with an advanced infection of either sarcoptic or demodex mange. This would explain the nearly hairless appearance and leathery looking skin. Not saying this is some kind of hoax - just a damn good theory that has been around for more than 40 years.