Chihuahua, New York

Where you'll find the dream

Chihuahua puppy you've been looking for.

Where you'll find the dream

Chihuahua puppy you've been looking for.

    Learn about this

                 wonderful breed.

Origin: The Chihuahua is the oldest breed on the American continent and

the smallest breed in the world. It is native to Mexico, where it received it's name from the Mexican State of Chihuahua. It was brought to Europe at the end of the nineteenth century.

What breeds were used to make up the Chihuahua are unclear, but some think it originated from the Fennec Fox. The dogs were sacred to Pre-Columbian Indian nations and were also popular pets to the upper class. The dogs are prized for their size and are most valued to some fanciers when they weigh under 2-1/4 pounds (1.3 kg.). 

Physical Description: The Chihuahua is a tiny toy sized dog. The body is longer than it is tall. The head is well rounded, apple in shape and the muzzle is short and pointed with a well defined stop. Puppies have a soft spot on the top of the skull called a "molera", which usually closes by adulthood. The large, round eyes are set well apart and are dark, ruby, and may be lighter in white dogs. The erect ears are large. Dewclaws may be removed. The tail is long, sickle-shaped, either curled over the back or to the side. The coat comes in both a short coat or a long, wavy or flat coat. All colors, both solid, marked or splashed are accepted. Colors include, but are not limited to, black, white, chestnut, fawn, sand, silver, sable, steel blue, black & tan and parti-color.

Behavior and Development: The Chihuahua is a good companion dog. Courageous, extremely lively, proud and adventurous, they enjoy affection. Brave, cheerful and agile. Chihuahua's can be strong-willed without the proper human leadership. They are loyal and become attached to their owners. Some like to lick their owner's faces. They are intelligent, learn quickly, and respond well to proper, firm but gentle (positive reinforcement) training. An owner should treat their Chihuahua no differently than they would a large breed, making it clear that the owner is the pack leader. This will result in a positive, more appealing temperament out of this wonderful little dog, finding them to be good little child companions.

Grooming: The smooth, short-haired coat should be gently brushed occasionally or simply wiped over with a damp cloth. The long coat should be brushed daily with a soft bristle brush. Bathe both types about once per month, taking care not to get water in the ears. Check the ears regularly and keep the nails trimmed. This breed is an average shedder.

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