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| Name: |
Chihuahua |
| Average Maximum Height: |
6-9in |
| Average Maximum Weight: |
2-6lb |
| Colors: |
Chihuahuas come in many colors, from solid blacks to solid whites, spotted, or a variety of other colors like fawn (tan), chocolate, blue (gray), silver, tricolored (chocolate, blue, or black with tan and white markings), brindle, and merle; and, each of these colors varies in shades and tones. |
| Coat: |
Long Coat Variety: long, soft, with slight waviness
Short Coat Variety: short, soft, and dense.
The AKC (American Kennel Club) recognizes two varieties of Chihuahua: the long-coat and the smooth-coat. Many smooth-coat Chihuahuas have very thin hair, but other smooth coats have a very dense, thick coa
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| Grooming Required: |
Minimal |
| Good with Children: |
No |
| Good with Pets: |
No |
| Best Kept: |
Indoors |
Activity Level
(1 low; 10 high): |
3 |
| Trainability: |
Medium |
| Originates From: |
Mexico |
| Origin Date: |
1800s |
| Original Use: |
Companion |
| Current Use: |
Companion |
| Life Expectancy: |
13-14 Yrs |
| AKC Recognition: |
Yes |
| Year Recognized: |
1904 |
| Class: |
Toy |
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Common Traits |
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Chihuahuas are also prone to some genetic anomalies, often neurological ones, such as epilepsy and seizure disorders. |
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The Chihuahua is the world's smallest breed. The dog's origins are still a mystery. Experts predict that it arrived in the Americas with the Spanish armies of Hernando Corte in 1519. Although other say that is comes from the Techichi, a dog bred by the Toltecs of Mexico as early as the ninth century. The dog's name is from the Mexican state Chihuahua. The most valued dog weighs under 2 ¼ lb (1.3 kg) |
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Litter Size: 1-4
Chihuahuas are prized for their devotion and personality. Their alertness, intelligence and size make them easily adaptable to a variety of environments, including the city and small apartments.
Chihuahuas, and other toy breeds, are also prone to the sometimes painful condition known as patella luxation.
Chihuahuas are sometimes picky eaters, and care must be taken to provide them with adequate nutrition.
The Chihuahuas made famouse with the intriguing character (Taco Bell Dog) that had won over so many with its "Yo quiero Taco Bell" (I want Taco Bell) tagline. This campaign was introduced to the whole of the American market in early 1998.
This is the oldest breed on the American continent and the smallest breed in the world.
Recognition - CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, KCGB, CKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, APRI, ACR |
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