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History:
This is the smallest of the pure-bred dogs. A very old breed with a
controversial history. Some believe the dog originated in China and was
brought to the new world by Spanish traders. Another theory contends
that the breed originated in South America. The dog was used by the
Aztecs. When Cortez conquered the Aztecs in the 1500s, the little dogs
were left to fend for themselves. In 1850, three tiny dogs were found in
Chihuahua, Mexico. A few were brought to the US. Only when Xavier Cugat
("the rhumba king") was seen in public with a Chihuahua as his constant
companion did the breed capture the public's heart.
Temperament:
Reserved with strangers, the Chihuahua has an intense loyalty and
devotion to a single person. Some may be bold, some timid. They tend to
be long-lived 14-18 years.
Maintenance:
The Chihuahua can pretty much exercise themselves running from room to
room. They do not like the cold, but love to lay out on sunny days and
bask in the sun's rays.
Group: Toy
Weight: Under 6 lbs
Height: 6-9"
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| Tolerates Cold
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| Tolerates Hot
Weather |
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| Good Watchdog
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| Needs Exercise
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| Good w/Other
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| Easily Trainable
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| Can Live Outside
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| Needs Grooming
Often |
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| Lives Well In City
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| Good With Kids
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Did
You Know? |
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The most well-known Chihuahua today is probably the "Taco Bell"
dog, who is actually a female. |
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