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Chihuahua

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Also known as Chihuahueño

Mexican dog breed

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A Chihuahua is a small dog breed that originated in Mexico, known for its tiny size and distinctive appearance. The breed is popular worldwide as a companion pet and is recognized by major dog breed organizations.

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Instance of
dog breed
Subclass of
dog
Named after
Chihuahua
Country of origin
Mexico
Mass
2.5
Image
Chihuahuas- Holly, Nina, Doralice.jpg
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Chihuahua (dog)
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Chihuahua (dog)
catalog code
218
litter size
3.2
different from
Chihuahua
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Encyclopedic overview

Dog (domestic dog)

The Chihuahua or Chihuahueño is a Mexican breed of toy dog and the smallest recognized dog breed in the world. It is primarily kept as a companion animal and is characterized by its compact size, large erect ears, and rounded skull. The breed occurs in both short- and long-coated varieties, with a wide range of colors and patterns.

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