Long Chihuahua
Small dog breeds
Origin: | Mexico |
Size Type: | Small dog breeds |
Height: | 5 inches (13 cm) |
Weight: | 1-2.8 kg |
Form of ear: | - |
Form of a tail: | - |
Life span: | - |
Japanese Site: | Long Chihuahua |
Overview
Chihuahua , purebred smallest in the world . Breed name is due to the fact that is derived from the name of the state of Mexico maximum , it has been discovered in the province in 1850 around . It is said that was known among the Toltec of Mexico in the 9th century , the current Chihuahua , was handed down from a small dog . Seen this dog was called " Techichi " to them , and came to Mexico from Asia , is no hair in small , it is not barking was a feature . I believed by Astec tribe conquered the Toltec later , mating and Chinese Crested Dog and Techichi , and has developed the current Chihuahua . Also in addition , some people who believe the military Hernando Cortes Spanish conquered Mexico in 1519 , to be a dog of Spain , which has to accompany his troops Chihuahua . Chihuahua to have been certified with the American Kennel Club , is that of 1904 .
Characteristics
Had a round face and body toned compact, cute dog of the world's smallest. Body length slightly longer than body height, short back straight, chest is richly developed. Skull of Apple dome having a sufficient roundness, (bone is not bonded, soft part of the crown) is, or is not A~tsutari Morella. If you are away, between the eye and the eye has been greatly Patch. Dark, eye color and ruby. Nose you are pointed slightly small, nose run through. The color of the nose conforms to coat color other than blonde, but moderate dark. Ears perk when a large sled ear, was nervous, but it is open to 45 ℃ usually. Tail is looped in an appropriate length. There is a undercoat to coat, texture is soft long coat (rough), the tail and neck, there is enough there is a tufted hair fringe to ear.
Temperament
Very loving family and for the fellow, shy to strangers. Prefer to become the head of the family, but if you adapt once, condone a person other. 'm Curious but there is a surface tend to be nervous on a whim. Cleanliness agile.
Color
There are many black and cream, also other hair color. Blue from white to sand may be the color of any combination. Marking of Tan is also allowed to black.
How to Care & How to Train
Both long and smooth, and the care of the coat brushing with a brush of straw tortoise haired medium in twice a week. I do weekly dental care and nail and ear. But also bathing as necessary.
Exercise
It is sufficient to exercise free-range in the room.
Disease to be careful
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Disease that can be seen occasionally
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Inspection want to
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