History

Considered to be the smallest purebred dog in the world, it takes its name from the largest continent of the Mexican Republic (Chihuahua). It is speculated that the dog was originally a wild dog, captured and domesticated by the natives during the Toltec era. The representative of the toy dog is the "Takichi" living in Lu, which is usually used as a decoration of the city buildings. These decorative dogs were very similar to today's.

The Chihuahua is the smallest of the small breeds, elegant, alert, quick-moving, well-liked for its well-proportioned physique and petite size. Chihuahuas are not only cute small toy dogs, but also have the hunting and prevention instincts of large dogs, and have a temperament similar to terriers. This dog is divided into long-haired and short-haired species. Small in size, this dog is not timid towards other dogs, and is extremely exclusive to its owner. The short-haired and long-haired breeds differ by a lustrous, close-fitting, supple short coat. In addition to the thick back hair, the long-haired Chihuahua has the same tendency to tremble as the short-haired species, so don't think it's a cold.

Origin

Mexico

Function: Companion dog

Lifespan: 13-14 years

Raised by Mexicans around the 19th century developed from dogs. Founded in 1923 as a club, it is one of the 12 most popular dog breeds in the United States. The British Chihuahua Club was established in 1949.

Personality

Small breed The smallest in the world, with a tenacious will, graceful, alert, and quick in action, it is widely loved by people for its well-proportioned physique and petite size. It is not only a cute small toy dog, but also has the hunting and prevention instinct of a large dog, and has a temperament similar to a terrier. This dog is divided into long-haired and short-haired species. This kind of dog is petite, not timid towards other dogs, very brave, able to defend itself in front of large dogs, and very exclusive to its owner. The short-haired and long-haired breeds differ by a lustrous, close-fitting, supple short coat. The long-haired Chihuahuas have the same tendency to shiver as the short-haired ones, in addition to their thick back hair. It is quite averse to the cold and should not be kept in an outdoor kennel. In winter, a coat should be added to keep out the cold. Chihuahuas are small in size and do not have high requirements for living space. Basically, the space of a normal residence is enough for them to play. They don't get much exercise every day, and they don't spend much time taking it out to play. Chihuahuas are able to stay at home every day and are ideal for being raised by people who now live in apartments.

General Appearance:

This dog is compact. It is important that the skull is apple-shaped, the tail is of moderate length and held high, neither curled nor semicircular, with the tip pointing towards the waist.

Important Proportions:

The body length is greater than the height from the ground to the withers. The body shape is preferably nearly square, especially in males. Females can be longer due to their reproductive characteristics.

Behavior/Temperament:

Agile, alert, lively, very brave.

Skull: Very rounded apple head (a characteristic of this breed), may have small fontanelles, but preferably none.

Stop: Distinct, deep and broad, with forehead raised above base of muzzle.

Nose: Can be any color. Moderately short, pointing slightly forward.

Muzzle: Short, straight when viewed from the side, broad at the base, tapering to the tip.

Lip: Slanted and close.

Cheeks: Slightly developed and clean.

Tooth/jaw: scissor bite or forceps bite. Protrusions, protrusions, or other irregularities of the upper and lower jaws are serious disqualifications.

Eyes: Large, round, expressive, not prominent, preferably dark. You can but preferably not shallow.

Ears: Large, straight, open, broad at the base, tapering toward the slightly rounded tip. At rest, it leans sideways, forming an angle of about 45 degrees.

Length: Medium.

Shape: Males are thicker than females

Skin: No wattle. They have long coats, preferably on their necks.

BODY Body: Compact and well built.

Topline: Flat.

Withers: Slightly pronounced.

Back: Short and stiff.

Waist: Very muscular.

Hip: Broad and strong, almost flat or slightly sloping.

Chest: The rib cage is broad and deep, with well-expanded ribs. From the front, the space is large but not excessive. Viewed from the side, reaching the elbow. Not barrel shaped.

Abdominal line: Consists of a significantly upwardly folded belly line. Abdominal can but preferably not loose.

Tail: Set high, flat in appearance, moderate in length; broad at the base, tapering to the tip. Tail lift is an important feature of this dog: during movement, the tail is bent or held high in a semi-circular tip to the waist, which balances the body. The tail must not be placed between the hindquarters or curled below the topline. Tail hair varies from breed to breed and is consistent with the body coat. In long-haired dogs, the tail hair is generally pinnate. At rest the tail will drop and be slightly hooked.

Forequarters: The front legs are straight and long; seen from the front, they are in line with the elbows. Vertical when viewed from the side. Shoulders are clean and well muscled. The angle between the shoulder blade and upper arm is appropriate. The elbows are firm and close to the body, which ensures more freedom of movement. Bones slightly sloping, strong and flexible.

Hindquarters: Long bones, well muscled, perpendicular to the ground, parallel to each other, hips, knees and hocks well angled, in harmony with the angle of the forequarters. The hocks are short and the Achilles tendon is well developed; seen from behind, they are naturally separated, straight and perpendicular to the ground.

Feet: Small, oval in shape, with toes well separated but not excessive (not rabbit feet or feet). The toenails are well arched and of appropriate length. The pads are well developed and very elastic. Dewclaws are to be removed unless expressly prohibited by the laws of the country in which they are located.

Gait/Movement:

The stride is long, powerful and active, with good reach and hindquarters. Seen from behind, the two rear feet move almost parallel to each other, so the footprint of the rear foot directly adapts to the footprint of the front foot. As the speed increases, the limbs tend to cover the center of the center of gravity (single trajectory). The movement is free, elastic, not strenuous, the back is lifted and the back is firm.

Skin: Overall smooth and elastic.

Coat: There are two types of coats for this dog.

Shorthair: The coat is short, lying flat and close to the body. If there is an undercoat, the coat is somewhat long; the throat and belly may be thinned; the neck and tail are slightly longer, and the face and ears short. The coat is shiny and soft. Can't be hairless.

Long Coat: The coat should be fine and silky, smooth or slightly wavy. The undercoat should not be too thick. The coat is long, forming a feather on the ears, neck, back of fore and hind legs, upper feet and upper tail. The coat cannot be swell-like.

Color: Any shade of any color will work.

Weight: In this breed, only weight is recognized and height is not considered.

Weight: Ideal weight is between 1 5 and 3 kg. But weights between 500gr and 15kg are considered acceptable. Cannot exceed 3 kg.

Defects: Any deviation from the above points is considered a defect, the degree of which is strictly proportional to its grade.

Tooth loss

"Dual" (temporary teeth retained)

Irregular jaw

Pointy ears

Short neck

Long body

Dorsal arch or flattening (lordosis or kyphosis)

Unrounded hips

Narrow chest, flat ribcage

Tail: misplaced, short, or twisted

short limbs

elbows protruding

double Hind legs too close

Severely defective

Narrow skull

Eyes small, deep and prominent

Long muzzle

Mandibular or Maxillary Protrusion

Kneecap Dislocation

Any dog with an apparent physical or behavioral abnormality will be disqualified.

Note: Male dogs should be born with two apparently normal testicles that are completely placed in the scrotum.