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Chiuaua
A chiuaua (chihuahua) can sometimes be found in purebreed rescues, but it is usually an adult dog.
These dogs are susceptible to fractures, dislocations and head injuries; therefore, they require very careful handling. They are also sensitive to cold and may suffer from respiratory disorders and wheezing breath. Rheumatism is also common in this breed. Some lines are prone to patella luxation, epilepsy, hypoglycemia, eye problems and hip dysplasia. Purebred dogs are usually healthy and long-lived, their life span averaging 15-17 years. So called ‘teacup’ dogs are more susceptible to various diseases and have much shorter life spans. Therefore, breeders claiming to have the rare ‘miniature’ type of the breed must be avoided, because this type does not exist.
A chiuaua (chihuahua) can sometimes be found in purebreed rescues, but it is usually an adult dog.
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According to the AKC standard the show quality dogs of this breed should not exceed 6 pounds in weight, but pet quality dogs reach 9 pounds and more. The head of the dogs is rounded. The eyes are large, dark, luminous and wide-set; the ears are large and held erect. The muzzle of these dogs is short, slightly pointed, with lean cheeks and jaws. The shoulders are lean; the neck is slightly arched and sloping gracefully; the tail is moderately long and carried up or out. The coat may be either short or long. A chiuaua (chihuahua) can sometimes be found in purebreed rescues, but it is usually an adult dog.
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