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This page is snippets about the breed traits of Chihuahuas. Please read them all and understand that there are negative and positive aspects of this breed. Do not purchase ANY BREED without understanding its needs!
A healthy Chihuahua is a good pet. The greatest problem with Chihuahuas is that many people are attracted to them for the wrong reasons. They simply want the smallest and cutest dog that they can get. The problem is that the smallest one is the one that is most likely to be unhealthy! 30 years ago, most Chihuahuas weighed 10 lbs. It was not uncommon for many of these dogs to live even more than 20 years! Over the years the size of Chihuahuas, and the average life expectancy has decreased by 50%. Any breed that weigh 5 lbs or less as an adult is much more likely to develop diabetes, have seizures, or need an allergy shot once every 3 weeks just so they can breathe properly. Diabetes medications or allergy shots over a 10 year life expectancy for your pet can cost an extra $5000.00, so the tiniest Chihuahua or any other too small breed is likely to be the shortest-lived and sometimes the most expensive to own pet.
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The Chihuahua’s loyalty and affinity for being close to his master or mistress makes him an amiable companion, and his size makes him a convenient one. Chihuahuas have been known to ride about inside a pocket, in a purse or tote bag, or tucked firmly under the arm of their owners. They fit nicely in soft-sided pet carriers for an airplane ride or a jaunt in the car, and they enjoy outings immensely.
At home the Chihuahua is curious and mischievous. Left to his own devices, the little guy might decorate the entire house with a roll of toilet paper, make confetti out of the mail, or commandeer your bed or favorite chair as his own. Although he is not much bigger than a minute, he could also wind up as master of the household, for he can manipulate owners with great finesse.
Chihuahuas have a distinct liking for others of their own breed and an equally distinct dislike for dogs of other breeds. Therefore, if you want more than one dog, make the additional dogs Chihuahuas. And if you already have a dog of another breed, consider carefully before getting a Chihuahua.
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Breed Group: Toy
Weight: 6 lbs
Height: 6-9 inches
Color(s): any
Coat: Can be long or short.
Overview: The Chihuahua is more than small; he's tiny. His adorable, apple-shaped head and big moist eyes make him nearly irresistible to kids. This sassy charmer is a healthy dog, but he is fragile. He likes to bark and scamper around, but is mainly an indoor dog, not able to tolerate cold weather.
Character: These dogs are intelligent and sometimes too brave for their own good. They usually bond with only one person.
Temperament: Living with other dogs and cats is usually not a problem. Small children may regard the dog as a toy.
Care: Regular grooming with a brush and comb is required. The claws must be kept trimmed, and teeth must be checked frequently for tartar buildup.
Training: Although they are usually not trained because of their small size, Chihuahuas are eager to learn.
Activity: Chihuahuas can usually get enough exercise by running around indoors.
Ownership: If you are looking for Chihuahua puppies for sale from reputable Chihuahua breeders or to adopt a Chihuahua from a Chihuahua rescue then make sure you understand as much about the dog breeds you are interested in as you can. Every puppy breed is different. Begin your research by reading the breed information about the Chihuahua puppy above. Search our dog breeds section to find Chihuahua puppies, dogs and puppies that make great pets.
