Chihuahua

Long and smooth coat Chihuahuas A Doberman brain in a midget body

Vital Statistics: Life span: 12-15 years Adult weight: maximum 6 pounds Adult height: 6-9 inches

What’s good and bad about the Chihuahua?

Pros:

• Has special affinity for the elderly
• Needs love and much lap-sitting
• Makes a good watchdog
• Requires little maintenance, just occasional brushing, and minimal exercise

Cons:

• Beware of pranksters who yell “a rat”
• May be snappy and obstinate and difficult to housebreak
• Has been overbred which creates health and behavior problems – buy only from a reputable breeder
• Small size means you must protect him but not to the point you create a frightened, nervous dog (and the need for visits to the doggy therapist)

Here’s a sweet Chihuahua puppy.