The
Chihuahua
is considered the smallest dog in the world.
Its small size often melts its masters.
However, under this touching small template, hides a dog with the temperament of a lion.
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Origin
The
Chihuahua
is a very old dog breed.
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The
Chihuahua
is a breed of dog of Mexican origin.
It bears the name of the largest state in the Republic of Mexico: "
Chihuahua
".
It is a very old breed of dog that belongs to
the 9 group
of pleasure and companion dogs.
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According to the LOF (Book of French origins), this dog once lived in total freedom and was captured and domesticated by natives at the time of the Toltec civilization.
This small dog was introduced to Europe towards the end of the 18th century.
Character
The Chihuahua has a
strong temperament
.
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The Chihuahua is a lively little dog with a strong
temperament
.
This capricious little dog is also a very vigilant and affectionate companion towards his master.
The Chihuahua does not support loneliness and long absences.
Thanks to its small size, the Chihuahua can travel with you everywhere.
By plane, some airlines even accept it in the cabin.
You can buy a small carrying bag, which will make the travel more convenient.
This little dog is as at home in the city as in the countryside.
Attention the Chihuahua is a very coveted dog, it is advisable not to leave it alone too long
without supervision in
order not to tempt possible thieves.
Physical
The coat of the Chihuahua can be declined in 2 varieties.
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The Chihuahua is a
small dog
, it weighs on average 1 kg to 3 kg and measures 16 cm to 21 cm.
However, some of them weigh only 500g.
His hair can be declined in 2 varieties: short hair and long hair.
The Chihuahua's short coat is shiny and soft.
The long coat is finer, silky and sometimes slightly wavy.
All the colors and shades of Chihuahua are admitted with the LOF (French Book of Origins).
Note, the long-haired Chihuahua will require more maintenance than a short-haired Chihuahua.
This dog has a rounded apple-shaped head with a short muzzle and erect ears.
Finally, its tail is wide at the base and tapers towards the end.
Price
The
purchase
price
of a Chihuahua varies according to the breedings and the pedigree of the line.
Male and female will not cost you the same price.
In general, it takes an average of
1500 €
for a dog registered in the LOF (French Book of Origins).
The highest bloodlines can be sold for up to
€ 2,500
.
Health
The Chihuahua is a
robust dog
that has a good life expectancy (between 14 years and 18 years).
However, it can be prone to eye irritation.
In addition, the gestations of Chihuahuas are sometimes difficult due to their small size.
It is therefore important to have your dog regularly monitored by a veterinarian in this case.
Adopting an animal commits you, it's a decision that you will have to think carefully. Do not hesitate to contact your veterinarian or the shelter closest to you before starting. They can give you advice on which breed of dog is right for you.
