Chihuahua

The Chihuahua is the worlds smallest breed of dog. They can range from 2 to 6 pounds. They are know for their apple shaped heads and bulging eyes. Chihuahua's originated in Mexico and were named from the Mexican city of Chihuahua. Chihuahua's can have long or short hair. They are not the best breed of dog to choose if you have children since Chihhuahuas like being the center of attention. Since they are so small, they move fast to stay out of the way of trampling feet. Chihuahua's are very affectionate dogs. They get cold very easily and can often be found under covers. Chihuahuas tend to bond with one person, even though they may tolerate other people. The ...

I absolutely love Chihuahuas and you will see from my picture that my gorgeous one, Pippa is there. Well strictly speaking she isn't mine, but my grandparents. I am like her surrogate mum and steal her away as often as I can as she is a great little soul and she loves to play in my garden, often it's a fight to get her back inside. Anyway, what about the breed? Chihuahuas are from Mexico. The word Chihuahua is Mexican for Mexican Mouse Dog, as these dogs primarily run about catching Mice. Pippa once got a mouse, we are unsure if she killed it or just found it, as when we got down the garden, found a tiny field mouse at her paws and she was looking sorry for ...

An introduction to Chihuahuas. Chihuahuas originate from Mexico and it is mentioned in various places on the Internet that they were used for ceremonial sacrifice, although their origins as I understand it are from the old hunting days of Mexican peasants. They are indeed a unique breed, and a faithful one as well. They are extremely intelligent and can be taught behaviour patterns easily, although each Chihuahua that I have owned has had its own personality, and I would class their personality as one that imposes itself upon the home in which it lives. Who are Chihuahuas suitable for ? This is indeed an important question. So many times ...