Chihuahuas were named after the Mexican state from which they originated. Neither males nor females should weigh over 6 pounds. Chihuahuas may be either smooth-coated or long-coated. Both coat varieties can come in any color or color combinations. Chihuahuas are curious, loyal dogs. Some Chihuahuas have a tendency to be high-strung or nervous, so socialization is very important with this breed. Many Chihuahuas seem to think they are actually big dogs, and, if provoked or scared, will defend themselves with a good deal of ferocity.

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• Alopecia
• Cryptorchidism
• Elbow Dysplasia
• Entropion
• Hemophilia A
• Hernia
• Hydrocephalus
• Hypoglycemia
• Hypothyroidism
• Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
• Luxating Patella
• Lysosomal Storage Disease
• Malassezia Dermatitis
• Melanoma
• Myasthenia Gravis
• Osteochondrosis
• Patent Ductus Artiosus
• Portosystemic Shunt
• Progressive Retinal Atrophy
• Pulmonic Stenosis
• Tracheal Collapse
• Urolithasis

*Just because a condition is associated with a specific breed does not mean that all dogs of this breed will be affected. Likewise, a dog may be impacted by diseases and conditions not listed under his or her breed.