The Chihuahua, one of the smallest dog breeds globally, has an intriguing and storied past. Its origins and purpose have been the subject of much debate, leaving a legacy that is both enchanting and mysterious. In this comprehensive article, we will delve into the Chihuahua's rich history, its original purpose, and its connections to Mexico and China. We will also introduce you to the most famous Chihuahua in history and discuss its rise to popularity in modern times.
The loyalty of the Chihuahua dog and the need to be close to their owners make them an excellent companion and their compact size makes them very convenient for most owners. Often a Chihuahua can ride in a coat pocket, in a purse or tote bag and just within the safety of the owner's arms. They enjoy outdoor activity in favorable weather and are very easy to travel with. Although at times they can also be curious and mischievous.
Overall appearance and temperament are two main aspects of the Chihuahua standard as designed by the American Kennel Club. When it comes to the head of the Chihuahua the standards are very specific. Other factors included in the standard are the dog's movement, coat and weight.
The two forms of Chihuahua today are very different from the original breed. Originally the Toltec's and Aztecs kept them as pets. Vast changes have occurred during the year to bring us the modern breed of Chihuahua. For some households the Chihuahua is an excellent breed while other family's should consider other breeds. This is because of the breed's extremely diverse personality. You will never find two identical temperaments in Chihuahua’s. The Chihuahua is a bold breed that is highly loyal and protective of their owners. You can expect a lot of loyalty from the Chihuahua in return for a lot of human contact.
For training and for your puppy's safety, only use Chihuahua puppy names that are sensible. They need to sound different from any command words, get the pup's attention and be two syllables or less. Chihuahua puppies are newborns and should be treated like a human newborn. They need constant supervision, their health checked several times a day and need to be fed a quality dog food, not people food. Feed Chihuahua puppies only dog or puppy food, as people food can give them a case of lethal diarrhea. It is far easier to voice train Chihuahua puppies than it is to train a human kid!
