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THE CHIHUAHUA IS A LOYAL TOY DOG.
HISTORY They were bred to be a companion dog and hate to be alone. They are the oldest canine in North America and the smallest breed in the toy group. Their coats are short - smooth, soft-textured, close and glossy or long-coated - soft texture, either flat or slightly curly. Their eyes are full but not protruding and large ears that stand straight up. They have a well rounded muzzle, short slightly pointed nose, a body that is longer than it's tail, and a tail that curls over it's back or to the side. Height: 6-9 inches 
They come in these colors: fawn, chestnut, silver, sand, and steel blue. Because of their short coats they require little grooming. You need to watch their diet because they tend to gain weight easily.
They are not suited for children because they can be nippy with them. Another reason is that they are so tiny and fragile they can be seriously injured or killed by a child stepping or sitting on him. They can also seriously injure themselves by leaping from your arms or off the back of furniture. These dogs need constant supervision and surveillance of what's going on around him. THEY ARE PRONE TO:
Chihuahuas are slightly difficult to train and need positive reinforcement. They do have a mind of their own and they are stubborn and manipulative. You must show them consistency and that you mean what you say. You need to socialize him when he is a puppy to avoid excessive aggressiveness. The Ultimate Chihuahua Care Handbook is a book that can help you keep your Chihuahua happy, healthy and full of life. These dogs require special attention and proper care. These problems can be minimized by buying from a reputable breeder who tests his breeding stock for inheritable problems and by careful management. A responsible breeder will want to find a good home for their dogs and they rarely place a Chihuahua in a home with children under the age of twelve. Buy a dog who will mature at 4 pounds and up. (They will weigh 2-3 pounds at 10-12 weeks of age) If someone wants an outrageous price and says it's because it's a toy or miniature watch out. Avoid them because they are overpriced and could be unhealthy.
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