Chihuahua Dogs

The About this sound Chihuahua is the smallest breed of dog and is named after the state of Chihuahua in Mexico. Chihuahuas are noted for their nervous temperament and diminutive appearance.

The Chihuahua is not the oldest breed on the American continent. The Chihuahua’s history is a puzzling one as there are many theories surrounding their true origin. The Chihuahua was used in sacred rituals as they were considered holy to Pre-Columbian Indian nations. They were also popular pets among the upper class. The breed draws its name from the Mexican State of Chihuahua, where the first specimens of the breed were discovered.

Being naturally territorial and protective, Chihuahuas can be easily provoked to attack, and are therefore generally unsuitable for homes with small children. The AKC describes the breed as, "A graceful, alert, swift-moving little dog with saucy expression, compact, and with terrier-like qualities of temperament.

Chihuahuas

Chihuahua Dog Breed

Chihuahua Dog Classification:

Chihuas are companion dogs, that are tiny and bold.

Other Names:

Chihuahua in Foreign Languages:

Bosnian: civava
Croatian: civava
Czech: civava
Lithuanian: cihuahua
Slovak: civava
Slovene: civava

Origins: The smallest dog breed is named for the state of "Chihuahua" in Mexico.

Description: Chihuahas are a small boned tiny dogs, with big eyes, and erect ears.

Size: Chihuahuas weigh 2 to 6 lbs and they stand 6 to 10 inches tall.

	weight	height
Male	under 6 lbs	6-10 inches tall
Female	under 6 lbs	6-10 inches tall

Coat: Chihuahua can have either short smooth glossy coats, or they can have long-haired coats that come in shades of white, black, tan, sand, silver, sable, and many other colors.

Disposition: Chihuahuas are fiercly loyal to a single owner and can be aggressive to others. Chihuahuas can be ferociously jealous of others who share their owner's attention.

Type Dog: Chihuahuas are small companion dogs.

Litter Size: Chihuahua dog give birth to litter of approximately 5 puppies.

Behavior: Due to their diminuitive size Chihuahuas do not require much exercise, they are not known for their obedience.

Traits: Bold, playful, loyal

Country of Origin: Mexico

Life Span: Chihuahuas typically live 10 - 18 years.

Club Recognitions: FCI, AKC, ANKC, CKC, KC (UK), NZKC, UKC

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