Chihuahua is a dog breed from Mexico, and its name comes from the state of Giva in Mexico. It is said that the Aztecs began to raise such dogs in the 9th century BC. Chihuahuas at that time were considered to be magical and could bring good luck and happiness.

Later, with the Spanish invasion and colonization, this dog gradually spread to Europe and other parts of America. Some celebrities and nobles regard Chihuahua as a pet, giving it more symbolic meaning.

2. Chihuahua's appearance characteristics

Chihuahua is a puppy. Their height is usually between 15-23 cm and their weight is between 1-3 kg. Chihuahuas have two hair types: short hair and long hair. The short-haired Chihuahua has high gloss and thin fur, while the long-haired Chihuahua's hair is soft and thick, forming a curly effect.

Besides hair, Chihuahua's eyes are big and round, and they look smart and lovely. Their faces are long and narrow, their cheekbones are high and prominent, and their chins are pointed. Chihuahua's ears can stand up, tilt, and some even stand half upright. Their tails are long and curved, and the tip of their tails points in the direction of their hind feet.

3. Chihuahua's personality characteristics

Chihuahuas are independent and energetic. They are smart, keen, loyal to their masters and like to accompany human beings. Chihuahua is very curious and likes to explore new things and new environments. Their keen sense of smell and vision enable them to adapt to the new environment quickly.

At the same time, Chihuahuas are very brave and sometimes even a little overconfident. They usually show vigilance and vigilance to strangers, but in front of familiar people, Chihuahuas are very close and docile.

4. Maintenance of Chihuahua

Chihuahuas need special care and maintenance because of their small size. First of all, you should bathe and comb your chihuahua regularly, especially the long-haired chihuahua needs more care. In order to keep healthy, they need to walk their dogs every day to release energy and exercise.

In addition, we should pay attention to providing Chihuahua with a correct diet and avoid overfeeding. Chihuahua has some unique health problems, such as dental caries and Brucella infection. The owner should pay attention to his physical condition and take him to the vet in time.