They share the same DNA.
DNA Study Finds Chihuahuas Aren't Dogs
As part of an ambitious effort to identify genes that cause disease in dogs and humans, scientists at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center in Seattle analyzed DNA collected from 414 dogs representing 85 breeds, including some of the most popular. The findings have sent reverberations though the ranks of dog fanciers, who primp and preen their beloved companions for shows and take great pride in their pedigrees.
"It was a surprise to find that some breeds such as the Ibizan hound and the Pharaoh hound, along with several others that dog aficionados have long believed dated back thousands of years, are actually much more modern animals – re-creations that were probably produced by breeders," said geneticist Leonid Kruglyak, who helped conduct the research. "However, it was more of a surprise to find that some breeds are not even dogs."
Among other findings, the analysis determined that the Chihuahua is actually a type of large rodent, selectively bred for centuries to resemble a canine.
http://www.watleyreview.com/2004/052504-3.html
2006-07-28 04:46:04
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answered by Chetco 7
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How are chihuahua's similar to bunnies?
They may be the same size but that's about it
2006-07-28 11:44:04
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answered by Cesco 2
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well i have been wonderin that to and it could be that the crosed a small dog wit a bunny they say chihuahuas where origanally breed in mexico why dont u go and look it up
2006-07-28 11:58:54
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answered by crazy 2
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I don't know who said they are but they aren't.A dog needs alot of work,walks,feeding,water,and love and attention.They are a bigger ressponsibility.A bunny dose not need as much attention,but they still do need attention.
2006-07-28 11:46:59
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answered by snugglesgirl71405 1
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Mine isnt similiar to a bunny at all.
2006-07-28 11:43:49
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answered by Anonymous
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Because my cats could kill either one. (They bring back bunnies all the time.)
2006-07-28 15:22:11
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answered by SoccerClipCincy 7
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there nowt like bunnies
2006-07-28 11:45:38
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answered by ally_animals 1
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cause neither are real dogs
2006-07-28 11:43:21
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answered by chkibo2000 4
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Must be the cotton tail. (??)
2006-07-28 11:44:59
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answered by scarlet 3
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