Smooth 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: | Smooth Chihuahua |
Overview
Chihuahua is the world's smallest purebred. Breed name is derived from the name of Mexico's largest state, was found in the state by around 1850. Chihuahua is now known among the Toltec in Mexico in the 9th century, it is said that the practice came from a small dog. They "Techichi" This dog was called, came to Mexico from Asia expected, no small hair was characterized by bark. Astec Toltec tribes conquered later by making Chainizu Crested Dog hybridization and Techichi and that was considered the current development of Chihuahua. In addition also, and Chihuahua Spanish soldier Hernando Cortes conquered Mexico in 1519, some people believe that dogs accompanied the Spanish army he has. The American Kennel Club authorized a Chihuahua, is that in 1904.
Characteristics
Round-faced, firm and compact body, the world's smallest dog cute. Length is slightly longer than body depth, short back straight, chest is richly developed. The skull's dome with a rounded enough Apple, Morera is (not joining bones, soft parts of the crown) is present or absent. Between the eye and the eye you're away, you are big patch. Eye color is dark, and Ruby. If a slightly pointed nose and small, running through the nose. Nose color other than blonde color is similar to the court, the better dark. Great sled ear ear, but when the tension perk, usually open to ℃ 45. The looped tail is of moderate length. The Court has undercoat, soft, closely to the body, hairy tuft in the neck.
Temperament
For family and friends are very affectionate, shy to strangers. The head of the family would like to, once you adapt and try to be tolerant of other people. Aspects that tend to be nervous, but curious whim. Alert and tidy.
Color
And there are many other cream hair color black. From blue to white sand, may be any combination of colors. The black-tan markings are allowed.
How to Care & How to Train
Both care and long coat smooth, brushing twice a week in medium in the soft brush fur Me. Ear and dental care and nails done every week. You can bathe as needed.
Exercise
Free-range exercise in the room is sufficient.
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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