Types of Chihuahuas
The word "Chihuahua" means an arid, sandy place and
there are actually several types of Chihuahua dogs.
Apple head Chihuahuas have a very round head, a small
snout, and close-set eyes. Their heads can be shaped
like deer or they can have apple heads. These fascinating
animals originated in Chihuahua, Mexico and were objects
of worship to the ancient Aztecs. It is believed that
Chihuahuas may be the oldest breed of dog to exist in
the American continents.
If you love Chihuahuas, of course you'll want to know
more about them. Whichever type of Chihuahua dog you
find, you owe it to yourself to think about taking one
of these small devoted dogs home with you; you will
find them to be entertaining and companionable pets
for many years to come. The ones with deer heads have
an elongated nose similar to Doberman Pinschers. The
darling tan dog that starred in the Taco Bell commercial
is representative of the most popular type of Chihuahua.
Don't be fooled into paying more for a Chihuahua merely
because of its description.
Long-Haired Chihuahuas can have flat or curly hair,
and it is quite soft, with extra fluff around the tail
and ears. The Chihuahua in part due to their portable
size has become quite popular lately and their popularity
continues to grow. In addition, once you buy one Chihuahua,
you will want to get another! All Chihuahuas are genetically
a toy breed, and breeding to produce the tiniest dog
possible is a long-established custom. Standard Chihuahuas
today weight six pounds or less, and are six to nine
inches tall. A slighter larger breed of Chihuahua existed
in the 2nd century BC, and was known as a symbol of
the upper class.
If you live in an apartment, you couldn't do better
than to get one of these tiny dogs. The American Kennel
Club recognizes long-haired and short-haired types of
Chihuahuas. Chihuahuas come in all sorts of colors,
including chocolate, cream, silver, blue, black and
fawn. Although the Chihuahua is known as the smallest
of the dog breeds, but what many people don't realize
is there are different Chihuahua types. Their tail is
sometimes curved. It was probably bred with miniature
Chinese dogs which the Spanish introduced to the New
World. It's easy to understand why Chihuahuas are the
10th most popular dog in the United States, since they're
such an intelligent dog, and fiercely protective of
their owners.
Shorthaired companions may need a little extra warmth,
sometimes burrowing under covers to maintain their body
heat while asleep. They are wonderful companions and
live a long life, in many cases getting to be 16 years
or older. The terms "teacup" and "mini" when applied
to Chihuahuas are merely commercial designations used
to try to elicit high prices from the buyer. This little
powerhouse has a huge heart so don't be fooled by its
tiny size! The smooth coat of the short-haired type
sheds very little. My friend has a Chihuahua that will
growl whenever anyone has the audacity to uncover her.
If you live in an apartment, you couldn't do better
than to get one of these tiny dogs. The American Kennel
Club recognizes long-haired and short-haired types of
Chihuahuas. Chihuahuas come in all sorts of colors,
including chocolate, cream, silver, blue, black and
fawn. Although the Chihuahua is known as the smallest
of the dog breeds, but what many people don't realize
is there are different Chihuahua types. Their tail is
sometimes curved. It was probably bred with miniature
Chinese dogs which the Spanish introduced to the New
World. It's easy to understand why Chihuahuas are the
10th most popular dog in the United States, since they're
such an intelligent dog, and fiercely protective of
their owners.
About the Author
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