Chihuahua
The Chihuahua is a tiny dog with a huge personality and a distinctive 'apple' head. Named after the Mexican state of Chihuahua, they are one of the oldest breeds of the Americas and are known for being fiercely loyal to their favorite person.
Size
Toy
Weight
1.5–3 kg
Height
15–23 cm
Lifespan
12–20 years
Characteristics
Energy Level
Grooming
Shedding
Trainability
Barking
Compatibility
✗
Kids
✗
Other Dogs
✗
Strangers
✓
Apartments
✓
First-time Owners
Common Health Issues
- • Patellar Luxation
- • Hypoglycemia
- • Heart Murmurs
- • Collapsed Trachea