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Guido is a Chihuahua Mix!
It's difficult to predict final size in a mix; a lot depends on the size and structure of the ancestors of your particular dog. Mixes of small dogs should result in smaller dogs, and mixes of larger dogs should result in larger offspring. Long hair may or my not predispose the dog to long hair. It should be remembered that all "full-bred" dogs were once mixes of other breeds.
The "Canine Companion" has now been recognized by the American Kennel Club and is happily accepted into their Obedience and Agility sporting events. Their scores are judged beside other dogs of their same height and age class. This is a most welcome happening for millions of "lost" pets in our nation's
The Chihuahua has quite a history! It may have originated in China and been taken to South America centuries ago - (think ancient times and Aztecs!) - where it was used as a ceremonial dog. No, they didn’t dress them up fancy and worship them! (That's us!) The Aztec people thought that the deceased needed a little red dog to lead them to the afterlife, so when a family member died, they sacrificed the dog & buried it with them. Sometimes they even ate them.
When they were conquered by the Spanish, they simply abandoned the dogs to fend for themselves. Fortunately, some survived and were discovered in Chihuahua, Mexico about the time of our Gold Rush.
These little dogs become devoutly attached to their owner and may try to be protective. They’re not very good at it, but they try! They’re usually good with other pets and household members.
The Chihuahua is lively, graceful and small. It can have long or short hair. This saucy little dog desperately hates the cold and will seek warmth wherever it can find it. Its exercise needs can easily be met with indoor play. The short coat needs very little care, but the long coat needs frequent brushing. They may have any color of coat.
Most Chihuahuas stand less than 9" tall and weigh less than 6 pounds, but they can pack a lot of boldness into that tiny frame. On the other hand, some are quite timid.
We are pleased to welcome Guido to our practice!
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