Chihuahua

The Chihuahua is the smallest species of dog very commonly found in many places of the world.

Appearance
Chihuahuas are notorious for being diminutive. They can be smooth-haired, or long-haired, but are more commonly found smooth-haired. Most chihuahuas have triangular heads, with erect and large ears, while others have a rounded head with droopy ears. They also have extremely straight legs. Chihuahuas usually stand 6.5-8 inches tall, and weigh 6 lbs. Chihuahuas also commonly have very small noses. They come in a variety of colors, but the most common ones are tan, black, brown, golden, cream, red, bronze, white, mixed colors, and light brown.

Behavior
Chihuahuas can be sweet and calm, while others can be stubborn, and aggressive. Chihuahuas require very little living space and do okay without a yard. They like warm weather, but dislike the cold due to them being bred in Mexico. Chihuahuas make a good dog for the elderly and small children, because they require little attention. They are very courageous, proud, curious, intelligent, affectionate, lively, agile, and very cheerful. Some chihuahuas show signs of aggression, commonly snapping and barking at people, biting them, growling, etc. Most treated with the proper care make good companions. They are slightly stubborn in training, but learn extremely fast.

History
No one knows for sure what the chihuahuas history as a breed is, but they are sure that the earliest documented records of chihuahuas originate in Mexico. Most people suggest that the chihuahua is related to the Techichi, a dog that was favored by the Toltec civilization in Mexico.

In popular media

 * The film Beverley Hills Chihuahua, was about chihuahuas

Videos
The humorous videos below show chihuahua's great agility and skill.





Poll
Do you find chihuahuas annoying? Why would you ask that, the answer is obviously YES! Most of the times... Sort've Not really NEVER!