Thanks
to
Kedar & Manoah Chihuahuas
&
N & SM Lane
(owner of the adult Smooth Coat Chihuahua pictured) for the Smooth Coat
Chihuahua puppies &
adults pictures used on
this page, and the additional information provided.
Chihuahua breed information:
Adult
weight range
2.2-6lbs
Average
lifespan
14-15 years
Adult
height at shoulder
There are no height
standards for Chihuahuas in America.
Average
weekly cost
$10
color
Chihuahuas come in
any colour
Grooming
Regular brushing
and combing is important for the Chihuahua. Long Coat Chihuahua
need this more often than Smooth Coat Chihuahua.
History
The Chihuahua
is named after the northern part of Mexico of the same name. The
Chihuahua's history can be traced back to the 5th century AD, where the
breed is depicted in Mayan sculptures.
Positives
The Chihuahua
is ideal as an indoor dog. The breed is also suited to single person
households, as Chihuahua tend to bond with one person.
Negatives Like many
toy dogs, Chihuahuas can have patella (kneecap) problems. Most breeders
will voluntarily monitor this in their dogs in order not to breed this
problem into future generations.
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