Chihuahua Breeding

Chihuahua Breeding requires specific knowledge and experience, just like breeding any other dog. This dog has a specific anatomy – very fragile bones, and it takes a lot of responsibility and skill to breed these dogs. Chihuahua puppies are born with large heads, which often necessitates Caesarian deliveries. Besides, puppies have an unclosed spot on the skull, which is called “molera”, so the dog’s brain lacks protection against physical damage. Usually, moleras close as dogs mature, but in some dogs, they remain open throughout lifetime.

Chihuahuas are renowned for their cute appearance and saucy temperament. They measure 6-9 inches high at the shoulder, and weigh 2-6 pounds. The Chihuahua has an apple-shaped head, large erectile ears, large and round eyes and a pointed muzzle. There are few coat color restrictions with this breed, so Chihuahuas can come in all possible colors, both solid and parti-colors, except merle. According to the coat type, Chihuahuas are divided into smooth-coated and long-coated. Breeders and other specialists involved in Chihuahua Breeding, do not usually specify, which is more preferable.

Chihuahuas are quick learners and great players. They are very active, and they retain their playfulness well into age. These dogs appreciate all kinds of interaction, and they enjoy daily walks. However, Chihuahuas are notoriously sensitive to cold, so they should not be walked on cold or rainy days. It is possible to use a warm sweeter on cooler days, which these dogs usually tolerate. Like all dogs, Chihuahuas are pack animals, and at some point, they d challenge for leadership in the house. For owners, it is absolutely imperative that they let their dogs know who the leader is. Indeed, Chihuahuas behave in a very cute way, but some of their funny tricks can actually be manifestations of dominance. Not infrequently, Chihuahua owners unknowingly connive at these behaviors, as they appear admirable, which eventually leads to serious misbehaviors, which are hardly corrigible in adulthood. Therefore, it takes quite a bit of devotion, skill and experience to properly raise a Chihuahua. Chihuahua Breeding is also very difficult, as breeding implies keeping the dog’s gene pool in a healthy state.

The Chihuahua breed is believed to have originated in Mexico, although there is much uncertainty about the dog’s history. The most common hypothesis relates the Chihuahua to the Techichi dog – an ancient dog with a similar appearance, which was popular among the Aztecs and Toltecs. The Techichi dog might have been crossed with some other dog brought into the New World by the Spanish Conquistadors. In 1850, the progenitor of the breed was found in the Chihuahua State of Mexico. Official Chihuahua Breeding started after the breed was recognized by the AKC in 1904.