Chihuahua, the tiniest identified breed, is known for the Mexican state of Chihuahua, where it was 1st noticed in the mid-nineteenth century. The Chihuahua is believed to have been created from the Techichi, a little mute dog kept by the Toltec folks of Mexico so long earlier as the ninth century.

HISTORY

Researchers still theorize on the Chihuahua’s actual origins; however, some think that it leads to the state of Chihuahua-Mexico. Chihuahua is really the biggest of Mexico’s thirty-two states. Their dog-fanciers are thought to have found several of the 1st Chihuahua types in the mid-1800s. In 1884, Mexican sellers started selling the little dog to border visitors, a lot of which took them back to the USA to keep as pet dogs. Earlier, the dog was without an official name. Folks called it after the place where it had been seen. This led to today’s Chihuahua, known as the Arizona (AZ) dog, Mexico dog, Chihuahua dog, and the Texas dog.

Physical Appearance

The Chihuahua is known as a small toy-sized dog. Their head is well-rounded. The color of eyes can vary and are usually dark-colored; however, the merle gene might produce a dog having blue eyes. The common Chihuahuas weigh about three to six lbs. Chihuahuas might be over-size, with a few reaching 12 or even more lbs. The height is about 6 to 9 inches (fifteen to twenty-three cm).

TEMPERAMENT

 The confident and bold Chihuahua is usually referred to as being terrier-like. Their alert nature and doubts about unknown people make them superb watchdogs. They are sensitive pets. Chihuahuas normally connect to a single individual, even though they may want to connect with others if introduced properly. Chihuahuas might be fearful if they are improperly socialized as young puppies.

Susceptible to Diseases

The Chihuahuas don’t have significant health issues; however, just like other dog breeds, they might be born with specific problems. Only a few Chihuahuas may get all or any of these health conditions.

Chihuahuas are vulnerable to microbial infections, including rabies, distemper, and rabies. These particular problems might affect Chihuahuas:

• Patellar Luxation (Trick knee)
• Pulmonic Stenosis
• Collapsed Trachea
• Low blood glucose
• Hydrocephalus
• Open-Fontanel
• Heart Murmurs

CARE AND GROOMING

The soft, short-haired coat must be smoothly brushed from time to time or just cleaned with a moist cloth. The long coat must be brushed regularly with a soft-bristle brush. Bath Chihuahua about once a month, taking good care not to get water within the ears. Check the ears routinely and keep their nails cut. This dog breed is an average shedder. Examine the Chihuahua’s ears routinely, and take off any excess wax to prevent ear infections.