Chihuahua is a small breed of dog. The name is due to the capital of the homonymous Mexican state in which its first farms were born, where it is known as chihuahueño. Chihuahuas can be short-haired or long-haired.
Average life: 12–20 years Weight: 1.5 - 3 kg Ideal weight: from 1.8 to 3 kg Origin: Mexico Height at the withers: n.a Temperament: Faithful, Lively, Alert, Courageous, Awake
What are Chihuahuas like?
In the long-haired variety it forms a plume. The Chihuahua has a height of between 16 and 22 cm and a weight that varies between 1.5 kg and 3 kg. The hind limbs are more robust, they are long and give the dog a light and snappy movement.
How many types of Chihuahuas are there?
How to recognize Chihuahua types - Characteristics
Coat: the FCI accepts two types of coat for this breed, wide coat or short coat.
Head: there are two types of Chihuahua depending on the shape of the head. ...
How much does a chihuahua dog cost?
The price of a puppy of Chihuahua breed, tested and equipped with pedigree, stands between 1,000 and 1,800 euros.
In any case, a Chihuahua can have between one and six puppies, even if they usually make two or three.
Chihuahua is probably the most famous Mexican dog breed in the world. The name, in fact, derives from the largest state of Mexico. It has probably become so popular thanks to the cheerfulness it transmits, the unique physical appearance or its peculiar character.
