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The Chihuahua is a good companion dog. Courageous, extremely
lively, proud and enterprising, it gives and demands affection. Bold and saucy, it moves
swiftly to avoid being stepped on. |
| Breed: |
Chihuahua |
| Country of Origin: |
Mexico |
| AKC Group: |
Toy |
| Function: |
Religious sacrificial vehicle of ancient Toltecs |
| Life Span: |
12-20 years |
| Appearance: |
Small, delicate |
| Color: |
Solid, marked, or splashed |
| Coat Type: |
Long or short |
| Grooming: |
Regular nail trimming a must |
| Height: |
6-9 inches |
| Weight: |
3-10 pounds |
| Activity Level: |
Very high |
| Watch Dog: |
Very high |
| Protection: |
No |
| Intelligence: |
Very high |
| Trainability: |
May resist |
| Good With Children: |
Nippy-depending on dog |
| Good With Pets: |
No |
| Good With Strangers: |
Nervous |
| Character: |
Low sociability, nervousness |
| Home Environment: |
Apartment O.K. |
| Best Owner: |
Quiet life |
| Potential Problems: |
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| Behavior: |
Anti-sociable, high-strung, very noisy |
| Physical: |
Hemophilia, eye problems, collapsed trachea |
| Recommendations: |
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