The lack of shedding is relative, though, and if you suffer from allergies, this breed is inadvisable. You should brush long-haired chis daily, and trim and bathe them frequently to keep them looking like a show-stopper rather than a ragged ball of fur.
Beyond these two main types of the chihuahua breed, you can also find other sub-types, even if these are not officially recognized by the AKC. Sadly, past breeding methods have led to some of these dogs suffering from fluid on the brain hydrocephalus. Deer headed chihuahuas are slightly less common. They have elongated snouts and long, slender heads. This sub-type often has longer limbs and a longer body. These chihuahuas are not accepted as true breeds by most dog societies and kennel clubs.
On the plus side, they suffer from far fewer health problems than apple headed chis, making them easier pets and ideal for first-time owners. Breeders sometimes advertise smaller Chihuahuas, such as 3 pounds or less, as teacup or toy versions of the breed. However, the smaller sizes aren't different types of Chihuahuas; the size variances are standard in the breed, according to the United Canine Association.
Chihuahuas offer many color choices, but none of the different colors denotes a separate type. So many options exist that the AKC accepts any color or mix of colors. Many short-haired Chihuahuas wear the traditional fawn color, but short- and long-haired dogs can be any color including white, black, brown, red or a mixture of two or more colors, often called "splashed. Share It. As their name suggests, these Chihuahuas have long, velvety hair that is amazingly soft to the touch and beautiful to the sight.
This gives them quite a distinctive appearance and makes, in turn, making them popular for their looks. The Long-Coat Chihuahuas usually have slightly wavy or flat long coats and come in colors ranging from fawn to black. They are defined as dainty, compact dogs that weigh between 1. This ancient breed has descended from Mayan dogs in South America and also from the Techichi dog family in the Toltecs of Mexico. According to historical records, the long-coat Chihuahua was mentioned in a letter that was written by Christopher Columbus to the King of Spain.
Apparently, it was also him who brought this dog back to Europe. Long-Coat Chihuahuas have a very feisty, confident and courageous personality. They are also known to be very loyal, kind, and gentle to their families.
They are a great breed to have as pets because have a tendency to get attached to their owners very quickly. Interestingly, these Chihuahuas pick a favorite member of the family who they follow around pompously. This dog breed is said to deserve great honor and respect primarily because it is believed to surpass all the other Chihuahuas in terms of their excellence.
In essence, they reflect the real and true standards of the Chihuahua breed. Apple Head Chihuahuas get their name interesting and unique from their apple-shaped head with a degree sloping forehead. They are a resilient breed that was discovered by the Americans in the s. After being registered by the American Kennel Club in , apple head Chihuahuas became quite a Hollywood sensation and were greatly adored by families as pets and companions.
These dogs belong to the Toy breed and typically weight about pounds and grow to an average height of inches. They normally have a lifespan of years. These dogs are the smallest of their kind and have dark, glowing and lovable eyes. Their coats may have long or short hairs which are one of the most distinguishing features among all Chihuahua breeds. Their coats typically sport six different colors, including cream, chocolate, gold, black, white and fawn. This Chihuahua breed is famous for its charming and adorable temperament and does really well in family settings.
They do need lots of obedience training and proper socialization in order for them to socially amicable and playful. This Chihuahua breed also gets its unique name from the shape of its head which is similar to that of a deer or a hound.
Just like the apple-head Chihuahuas, the deer-head Chihuahuas also have a sloped angle which is at degrees, where its relatively long snout meets the skull. While the head is their most distinctive feature, one can also tell them apart from other Chihuahuas by their Postage ears, long body, long legs, and a narrower snout. A healthy and a well-bred Deer Head Chihuahua can live up to years and tends to weigh between lbs, making it slightly heavier than its apple-head counterpart. They can have apple heads or deer heads, and they can have either a short coat or a long coat.
Unfortunately, Merle Chihuahuas are more prone to health issues, and this risk increases significantly if you breed two dogs with Merle coats together. The Merle gene gives your dog an increased risk of deafness, blindness, and eye problems. The final Chihuahua type is the Teacup or Miniature Chihuahua , and most people use these terms interchangeably.
Although this type of Chihuahua is very popular, many breeders frown on it because breeding for such a tiny size can potentially lead to health issues or problems with their joints and bones.
They come in both long and short coat varieties, and they have several different colors and patterns including Merle or Fawn along with black and tan, red, and more. Now that you know seven types of Chihuahuas, you can decide for yourself which one is going to fit best into your lifestyle.
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