Facts About Chihuahuas

Chihuahuas, classified as toy breed, were discovered in 1850 at Chihuahua State of Mexico. A Chihuahua has a well rounded "apple dome" skull, with dark and luminous, mostly ruby-colored, eyes. Its ears are upright when it is fully alert, while they tend to get flared to the sides, at 45 degree angle, when it is in a relaxed mood. Though they are small in size, they can be highly fierce and are extremely loyal as well. Though you might feel otherwise, a Chihuahua needs to be bathed at least once a month, failing which it would start to smell. Read on to explore some more interesting facts and amazing information on Chihuahuas.

Height: 6-9 inches (15-23 cm)

Weight: 2-6 pounds (1-3 kg)

Country of Origin: Mexico

Varieties: Long-coat and Smooth-coat (also called Short-haired)

Life Expectancy: 15 years or more

Interesting & Amazing Information On Chihuahua

Chihuahua is the smallest breed of dog in the world.
As per American Kennel Club, Chihuahua is the 10^th most popular breed in the United States.
Aztec and Toltec tribes of Mexico considered the Chihuahua to be a sacred animal.
Chihuahuas are prone to jawbone disorders, eye problems, heart disease and tooth and gum complaints.
Chihuahuas have a short nose and this is the reason why they tend to wheeze and snore.
Chihuahuas make up the oldest dog breed on the American continent. They were brought to Europe at the end of the nineteenth century only.
Chihuahuas prefer the company of other Chihuahuas to other dog breeds.
In comparison to the size of its body, a Chihuahua has the largest brains amongst all the breeds of dogs.
In Mexico and United States, humans have been found to be buried along with the remains of Chihuahuas.
Most of the Chihuahuas are born with floppy ears. However, they stand up as the dog gets older.
The dog Chihuahua is named after the Mexican state of Chihuahua.
The eyes of a Chihuahua are susceptible to corneal dryness and secondary glaucoma.
The first Chihuahua was registered by the American Kennel Club (AKC) in 1904.
The largest litter a female Chihuahua has ever given birth to comprised of 10 puppies.
Though Chihuahua is the world's smallest breed of dog, it is a Yorkshire Terrier who holds the record for being the smallest living dog.

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