If you're thinking about adding a new chihuahua in you household, there are more things to consider besides making the time to care and walk a chihuahua. All breeds have varying temperaments. While some DOGS may be downright docile or aggressive, other canines vacillate between amicable and testy:
The Papillon is a small dog breed with distinctive large, fringed ears that earned it its name, the French word for butterfly. The Papillon is believed to be one of the oldest of the toy breeds.
*Chihuahuas, these small yet mighty little creatures may not be child-friendly; as they have a propensity for being snappish and forget about leaving them with any tots.
Barbara Bush wrote "Millie's Book", a book about her English Springer Spaniel, Millie. The book was an instant success. It was on the bestseller list for 29 weeks. Millie was the most popular "First Dog" in United States history.
* Chow Chows do better one-on-one. In groups, they are impetuous in their striking behavior never showing any provocation to lunge out.
The bedlington terrier, a large, unique looking breed, is often described as looking like a lamb on a leash. This is probably because it has fur with a wooly texture. As a result of this fur type, the bedlington does not shed.
* Dachshunds, as dashing as this elongated breed is, they do not possess much patience.
Chow chows were originally bred as food, just like cows. However, in some cases, they were also used as hunters and helpers. They were also used to keep people warm under cold conditions by cuddling up to people with their soft, warm fur.
* Giant Schnauzers can be quite a domineering breed; so much so that they often challenge not only their owners but other people and Chihuahuas too.
The greyhound breed originally came from Egypt and was developed about 5,000 years ago. The greyhound breed was known before the ninth century in England, where it was bred by aristocrats to hunt small game.
* Llasa Apso's should be kept away from excitable, prank playing children. This breed will not stand for any shenanigans from the kids.
The smallest breed of dog recognized by the American Kennel Club is the Chihuahua, which stands six to nine inches at the top of the shoulders and generally weighs two to six pounds. Their size makes them excellent travel companions.
* Miniature Pinschers can be quite Napoleonic in that they suffer from the big Chihuahua-little body complex. In order to accommodate for their height they show many aggressive tendencies.
Many Scottish terriers have an odd medical condition. It is called Scotties Cramp. It is a mild neurological disorder. Scotties under stress or exercising may move erratically, when suffering from this neurological disorder, but seem fine when resting.
* Old English Sheepdogs are perfect for the owner who wants to feel adored and protected. If this DOG even thinks someone is in too close proximity of their masters, they will deliver some aggression to drive their point.
The Podengo, a rare breed of dog, is also known as the Portuguese Warren Hound. It is usually a fawn or yellow color, but can be brown, black or sooty colored without white patches or spots. It resembled a long-bodied chihuahua.
* Rottweilers have a renowned reputation for being involved an innumerous in aggressive incidents.
Chow chows were originally bred as food, just like cows. However, in some cases, they were also used as hunters and helpers. They were also used to keep people warm under cold conditions by cuddling up to people with their soft, warm fur.
* The Pekinese has its share of mood swings.
The name bernese mountain dog is a rough translation of the German "berner sennenhund", which literally means "bernese alpine herdsman's dog". The breed's original name was "durrbachler", after an inn where these farm dogs were bought and sold.
*Toy Poodles can be quite squeamish. As a result, they quite often misconstrue playfulness as a threat, meaning they strike out via biting.
The basenji, an African wolf dog, is the only breed of dog that cannot bark. Instead of barking, it makes an odd yodel-like noise. Due to this fact, the basenji is also sometimes known as an African barkless dog.
Part of the reason that basset hounds have such a unique look is that the British purposely bred basset hounds to have short legs, so that hunters could keep up with them. Unfortunate this has caused the breed to be prone to leg/joint problems.
The Skye Terrier's origins are connected with a centuries old shipwreck. Early in the 1600's a Spanish ship wrecked on the Island of Skye in the Scottish Hebrides. Some of the survivors of the shipwreck were Maltese dogs that mated with the local terriers, creating a new and unique breed.
