Chihuahua

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The Chihuahua is the smallest breed of dog in the world and is named after the state of Chihuahua in Mexico. Through folklore and archeological finds, there is evidence that the breed originated in Pre-Columbian Mexico. The most common theory and most likely is that Chihuahuas are descended from the Techichi, a companion dog favoured by the Toltecs and that the modern dog developed through breeding with miniaturised Chinese dogs brought to the Americas by the Spanish Conquistadors. Historical records of the Techichi, which were thought to hunt in packs, can only be traced as far back as the ninth century but it is highly likely that this is the Chihuahua’s native Mexican ancestor. Evidence of this is that the remains of dogs closely resembling, but slightly larger than the average Chihuahua have been found in such places as the Great Pyramid of Cholula, which dates back to the 2nd century BC and predates the 16th century. There is also evidence to suggest that the Techichi may also predate the Mayans. After the Toltecs were conquered by the Aztecs, it is believed that this early ancestor of the Chihuahua was adopted as a symbol of the upper classes and it has been suggested that they were used in religious ceremonies for the absolution of sins and to guide the spirits of the dead. In terms of size, the present day Chihuahua is much smaller than its ancestors, a change thought to be due to the introduction of miniaturized Chinese dogs, such as the Chinese Crested Dog, into …

Filmed with my Vado HD cam from Creative. Being naturally territorial and protective, Chihuahuas can be easily provoked to attack, and are therefore generally unsuitable for homes with small children. The AKC describes the breed as, “A graceful, alert, swift-moving little dog with saucy expression, compact, and with terrier-like qualities of temperament.” The breed tends to be fiercely loyal to one particular owner, but may be attached to more. They do not always get along with other breeds, and tend to have a “clannish” nature, often preferring the companionship of other Chihuahuas over other dogs. These traits generally make them unsuitable for households with children that are not patient and calm. Chihuahuas crave attention, affection, exercise and being petted. They can be hyper, but eager to please. They have a reputation as a “yappy” dog, which can be resolved with proper training. Chihuahuas with proper breeding are not “yappy”; the AKC standard calls for “a terrier-like attitude. The Chihuahuas history is a puzzling one as there are many theories surrounding their true origin. The Chihuahua was used in sacred rituals as they were considered holy to pre-Columbian Indian nations. They were also popular pets among the upper class. The breed draws its name from the Mexican State of Chihuahua, where the first specimens of the breed were discovered. Some historians believe that the Chihuahua came from the island of Malta in the Mediterranean. Supporters of this theory …

Well my dog is a senior doggy of about 10 years, and has trouble’s pooping…and I am taking her to the vet by this thursday. But I would like to know what I could do to help my little chihuahua go #2 so she can be at ease a bit while waiting for the vet appointment.

Also, my dog usually loves food time…but she hasn’t bothered to eat at all today, and it’s starting to really make me worry…anything I could do to get he to munch on some food?

Born 8-9-07

born 8-9-07

For more information bit.ly ========================= Thank you FreeFoto.com for the use of your pictures Chihuahua “Chihuahua is the smallest breed of dog in the world and is named after the state of Chihuahua in Mexico, where it was discovered in 1850 History ————- The developmental history of the Chihuahua is very difficult to trace and is based largely on speculation and theory, however through folklore, legend and archeological finds, there is sufficient evidence to prove that it is without doubt an ancient breed originating from Pre-Columbian Mexico, and it is believed to outdate any other breed of dog in the Americas. The most common theory and most likely is that Chihuahuas are descended from the Techichi, a companion dog favoured by the Toltecs and that the modern dog developed through breeding with miniaturised Chinese dogs brought to the Americas by the Spanish Conquistadors. Historical records of the Techichi can only be traced as far back as the ninth century but it is highly likely that this is the Chihuahua’s native Mexican ancestor. Evidence of this is that the remains of dogs closely resembling, but slightly larger than the average Chihuahua have been found in such places as the Great Pyramid of Cholula, which dates back to the 2nd century BC and predates the 16th century. There is also evidence to suggest that the Techichi may also predate the Mayans. After the Toltecs were conquered by the Aztecs, it is believed that this early ancestor of the …

Best friends…..up to a point

This is my chihuahua telling me about his day. He speaks very well, for a dog. He does this every evening before he goes to bed. Paco’s voice has been used for the small dragons in the new Dreamworks film “How To Train Your Dragon” which will be out on March 26, 2010. Listen for him!