Chihuahua
Chihuahuas have a very active, alert, and often playful nature. They can be quite intelligent and learn well with reward-based training techniques.
The Chihuahua's small size lends itself to living in areas with limited space such as flats. Whilst its size attracts children to the Chihuahua, as with all dogs, extremely close supervision is needed to prevent accidental injury to the dog and it subsequently developing fear-based defensive aggression.
Chihuahua History:
The Chihuahua is one of the most ancient of dog breeds, with its origins dating all the way back to the Mayan civilization. They are believed to have descended from the ancient Techichi, a dog that played an important role in both the Toltec and Aztec cultures. Some believe that the Chihuahua is a result of the crossing of the Techichi and the Chinese Crested, which came to South America from Alaska. The breed faced extinction due to the destruction of the ancient civilisations. However, remnants of the breed survived in Mexico and the Chihuahua was introduced to the United States in 1898, where it has since become a very popular breed.
Common Names:
Chiwawa
Observed Weight:
2-9 lbs
Show Weight:
2-7.5 lbs
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