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Description of the Chihuahua
The Chihuahua is a tiny dog with an apple-shaped head and a short snout. They also have round, large, very dark eyes, sometimes ruby red in color. In addition, the trademark of the Chihuahuas are the big ears that should stand upright. Also puppies have a soft spot or a “molera” on the top of the skull. But the leg usually closes as they grow up. The tail is curled over the back or on the side. Besides the short-haired, there are also long-haired types. Colors include fawn, sand, chestnut, silver and steel blue, but any color is accepted, including black & tan and parti-color. The dog is more robust than it looks.
Character and temperament of the Chihuahua
The Chihuahua is a good companion dog. Courageous, extremely lively, proud and enterprising, gives and demands affection. Moves quickly to avoid being trampled. Chihuahuas are determined, intensely loyal and very attached to their owners. They can be very jealous. They love to lick the faces of their owners.They are sometimes reserved for strange people, but not for their owners. When strange people are present, the dog follows every move of his owner to keep it as close as possible.
Some Chihuahuas can be difficult to train. But they are intelligent, learn quickly and respond well to proper, gentle instructions. This breed can occasionally bite to teasing children. Chihuahuas have sharp teeth, because they are too small to be in danger and therefore have to bite. So keep small children out of the neighborhood or make them aware of this.
Chihuahuas can be noisy. It may therefore be necessary to keep him inside to save the neighbors. Socialize a Chihuahua puppy when he is young to avoid aggressiveness to other dogs as well as to strange people.They tend to become a fairly aggressive dog. A Chihuahua generally recognizes his own breed, but rejects other breeds. However, a “very” well-socialized Chihuahuas can be friendly with foreigners and other dogs.
Height and weight of the Chihuahua
The height of a chihuahua starts from 15 cm for a small dog. Some dogs can grow up to 23 cm. Their weight should be between 1 and 3 kilograms. It should be taken into account that the smaller the dog remains, the more chance of deviations.
Height: 15-23 cm
Weight: 1-3 kg
Living conditions of the Chihuahua
Chihuahuas hate the cold and can therefore shiver. They will even appreciate a warm sweater on cooler days. They are good small dogs for the flat life. Although it is tempting to wear these small graceful creatures, it is advisable to have them walk regularly. Their condition will benefit. A body leash is safer than a neck leash. If you are walking and your chihuahua is still wet, dry it with a towel so that they do not suffer from the cold. And remember: it is not because it is a small dog that he always has to stay in small spaces. The dog will do well once.
Life expectancy of the Chihuahua
A chihuahua is on average 15 years old. Although it remains something alive, which of course can die earlier, but fortunately later.
15 years and more.
Care of the Chihuahua
The smooth, short-haired coat should be softly brushed and occasionally wiped with a damp cloth. The long coat should be brushed daily with a soft bristle brush. Bathe both types about once a month. Make sure they do not get water in the ears. Check the ears regularly and keep the nails in order.
Origin of the Chihuahua
There is a lot of discussion about the origin of the Chihuahua. Until the end of the 19th century, this variety could only be found in Mexico. Then it came to the United States of America and later to the rest of the world. Some claim that he descended from the dogs of the Aztecs and later brought to Europe by the Spanish conquerors. Chihuahua is named after the Mexican state of Chihuahua from which he was brought by travelers back then. This race was considered sacred by Pre-Columbian Indian peoples.
There is a lot of discussion about the origin of the Chihuahua. Until the end of the 19th century, this variety could only be found in Mexico. Then it came to the United States of America and later to the rest of the world. Some claim that he descended from the dogs of the Aztecs and later brought to Europe by the Spanish conquerors. Chihuahua is named after the Mexican state of Chihuahua from which he was brought by travelers back then. This race was considered sacred by Pre-Columbian Indian peoples.
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