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Miniature Teacup Chihuahua
Miniature
Teacup Chihuahua...
A complete guide to chihuahuas, including different mixes like the
terrier, beagle, or Pomeranian mix, information on the deer head
chihuahua and advice on their gestation period, pregnancy, information
on their ears and how to care for them.
But not only all this, we have also provided some cute pictures
& a guide to some popular and cute names for your beloved
little dog.
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Miniature Teacup Chihuahua
- Alongside the term
teacup, breeders are using all sorts of exotic names to describe the
same breed, including, deer head or applehead, pocket etc Their are
actually only two breeds of chihuahua and that is the long coat and
short coat. The other fancy names are just that 'fancy names'.
- The Chihuahua is the
worlds smallest dog breed with each dog weighing about 6 pounds. The
miniature teacup or 'pocket' Chihuahua is the same breed but weigh less
at about 3 pounds. They are classed as a toy breed by the
American Kennel Club.
- The term teacup is not
actually a breed but refers to a small puppy in the the litter that has
not developed properly. Many breeders feel that due to their size and
stature they are far more prone to health problems than the normal
sized variety.
- Some breeders actually
go further and urge people not to buy this pocket variety as it is
encouraging people to breed small and underfed and malnourished dogs
- The Chihuahua Club of
America (CCA) are quite concerned about the the use of different names
that are being used for the same breed.
- This breed are not
always the best to have around small children due to their size and
risk of possible injury.
- This breed can come in
many different colors ranging from black, white, sandy, chestnut tan
and many more varieties.
- They can have long or
short coats which should be groomed regularly. Care should be taken
when washing their ears.
- This breed are very
prone to shivering when cold this is why you will see some dog's
wearing a jumper on cold days when out for a walk.
- Try not to carry these
cute little dogs around as they also need exercise just like any breed.
This is same for the Miniature Teacup Chihuahua and the adult.
- This breed can have
health problems including wheezing and snoring. They can also have
problems with their prominent eyes including corneal dryness and
secondary glaucoma.
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- The gestation period
and pregnancy for a Chihuahua is about 9 weeks, before they give birth.
- Some cute names that
seem quite popular for the miniature teacup Chihuahua include, Angel,
Atom, Bonsai, Bambi and Doodle,
our favorite is Atom.
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Chihuahua Pomeranian, Terrier or Beagle Mix
Chihuahua
Pomeranian Mix
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- This interesting mix
is often refferred to as a Pomchi
or Chiranian.
- This mix are not
actually a recognized breed.
- This breed vary in
weight from 5 to 12 pounds.
- This mix can vary in
colours but the most common include merle, solid and sable.
- They love to be around
the family and are very loving.
Chihuahua
Beagle Mix
- The Chihuahua beagle
mix is often called a Cheagle.
- This mix are extremely
brave and often think that they are bigger than they actually are.
- They can be keen to
bark, take a look at our page on how
to stop dog barking for advice
on how to control it.
- The Cheagle can
inherit different characteristics from each parent so may not always be
the best dog to have around children.
- A Cheagle will need
regular exercise so a daily walk is a must.
Chihuahua
Terrier Mix
- This mix can be high
spirited and are also quite confident.
- Thi smix can be quite
hardy but also very intelligent.
- They can bark at
noises but when they recognise who it is at the door they will stop
barking.
- They are quite easy to
house train, check out our page on house
training a puppy for more
information.
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