|
 ABOUT YOUR
CHIHUAHUA |
|
BREED
STANDARDS |
| Group(s):
Toy |
Height: usually
6-8 inches |
| Weight: 6 pounds or
less |
Longevity:
easily teens, some live to late teens |
| Colors:
any color including solid, marked and
splashed |
Coat type: soft
textured smooth coat, glossy |
| Recognized
Registries: AKC, ACA, NCA and
others |
| Overall
Appearance: Alert, saucy expression with natural ears
and compact, muscular body. The Terrier ancestry is clearly
apparent and very generous in the agility and speed of this
little dog. |
| Energy Level:
can be high |
| General Nature: |
good but generally they are very aware of
their vulnerability and can be fearful of movement and
noises |
| |
with Children:
not a good choice because of the overall
fragility |
| |
with other pets:
can be excellent but good judgment must be
exercised |
| |
with dogs:
excellent with dogs of similar size and nature,
due to fragility, supervision is mandatory even with
another dog that weighs 15
pounds | |
| Socialization
requirements: moderate, owners can fall
into the trap of overindulging and creating little
tyrants |
| Ideal home
characteristics: dedication and commitment
is required in being and creating a safe and happy environment
for these little dogs as they either don't seem to know their
size and take on the world, or tend toward a bit of
fearfulness |
| Temperament
Notes: wonderful attitudes, greatly
entertaining and devoted |
| Training
requirement: socializing and some basic manners make
for an exceptional pet, but don't overlook this dog because of
its size, even though small, the Chihuahua is very intelligent
and quite capable of learning virtually any skill a trainer
can offer. |
1934 DOG
SHOW
 The CHIHUAHUA
Description: The Chihuahua is the
smallest breed of dog in the world. These little dogs
are active, graceful and alert. They are swift moving
with a saucy expression. They have a rounded skull; a short,
pointed muzzle; erect ears that flare out somewhat to the side; and
a sickle tail. The breed comes in all colors and color
patterns. There are two distinct breed types, one with a long
coat of soft texture, the other with a short coat. Identical
otherwise, both can be whelped in the same litter. Adored for
it's small size, the Chihuahua is a bright eyed, dainty dog who is
perfect for apartment living.
Height: 6 - 9 inches
Weight: 2 - 6 lbs.
Colors: Any color or mixture.
Coat:
Two
varieties:
Long: Long, soft to touch, slight waviness
is permissible.
Short:
Short, dense, soft to touch.
Temperament:
Bold, playful
With Children: Yes, If children are
gentle.
With Pets: Yes, lives happily
with others.
Special
Skills: Family pet.
Watch-dog: Very
High
Guard-dog: Very
Low
Care
and Training: Short haired should be brushed gently or wiped
with a damp cloth. The long haired should be brushed daily with a
soft bristle brush. Bathe only when necessary. Check ears regularly
and keep nails trimmed. Should be socialized early. Minimal exercise
is required.
Some breeders recommend
adopting a Chihuahua puppy between the ages of 4 - 12 months as it
will be more mature and agile and not so apt for
injury.
Learning Rate: High
Activity: Moderate
Living Environment: Best suited for indoor
living, but enjoys outdoor activity
Health
Issues: Eye problems, collapsing trachea and dislocating
kneecaps.
Life
Span: Well into teen years
Litter Size:
1 - 4 are normal
but 5 and 6 is not uncommon.
Country of Origin:
Mexico
First Registered by the AKC:
1904
AKC Group: Toy
Class: Toy
Registries: AKC
& ACA
 |
CHIHUAHUA COOL LINKS
|
| 
