How many different breeds of chihuahua's are there out there?how can i tell if mine is toy cihuahua?

Answer 1

There is only one breed, which comes in two varieties (long-hair and short-hair).

The Chihuahua Club of America frowns upon the term "teacup" or "toy".

http://www.chihuahuaclubofamerica.com/teacup.htm

"Unfortunately, the additional adjectives used to describe the size differences and physical appearances are many and have been misused for so long they now seem legitimate. Teacup, Pocket Size, Tiny Toy, Miniature or Standard - are just a few of the many tags and labels that have been attached to this breed over the years. The Chihuahua Club of America is concerned that these terms may be used to entice prospective buyers into thinking that puppies described in this way are of greater monetary value. They are not and the use of these terms is incorrect and misleading."

Answer 2

Different Breeds Of Chihuahua

Answer 3

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How many different breeds of chihuahua's are there out there?how can i tell if mine is toy cihuahua?

Answer 4

There is just one breed and it is a toy category breed when they are erroneously represented as toy. chihuahuas , a smaller than normal,(about 7 lbs..).when they are bred the females die often if they are 5lbs or less...they are already the world's smallest dog why mutate them cruelly to smaller? They can easily throw full size litters.They come in all colors , long haired and short in same litter. Our little man is calm and sweet, no shaking head just a beautiful courageous big dog in a small dog's body. Also, there are really no rare colors it's just a marketing phrase.

Answer 5

it depends on your life style. if you work alot, you'd need a dog that doesn't need that much attention. and if you weren't able to keep the dog inside, youu'd have to research a breed that's able to stay outside and doesn't have alot of grooming needs. so i'd say you need to post your kind of lifestyle. Chihuahuas are prized for their devotion, ferocity, and personality. Their curious nature and small size make them easily adaptable to a variety of environments, including the city and small apartments. Chihuahuas are often stereotyped as high-strung, though it has been shown that correct training and socialization can result in an outstanding companion animal. here are a number of little dogs i posted. pick which ever one best suits you. CHIHUAHUA Chihuahuas are not well-suited as small children's pets because of their size, temperament, and tendency to bite when frightened. Also, many Chihuahuas focus their devotion on one person, becoming overly jealous of that person's human relationships. Chihuahua also like being with it's own breed compared to being with different breeds of dogs. PAPILLON The Papillon is hardy; some people find that their Papillon is very capable of handling a good five-mile walk. Others believe the reality is that their Papillon will resist such an outing if the grass is somewhat damp. Papillons are very smart and energetic. They are surprisingly athletic. Papillons very easy to train as they are so quick to learn. PEKINGESE These dogs can be stubborn and jealous. They are childlike and can be opinionated at times. Do not expect this dog to come when it is called. Pekes are sometimes aggressive, especially to other dogs. It may take a long time for Pekes to get used to any other dogs except puppies, mates, and siblings. However, Pekes can be properly socialized with dogs and other types of pets and can become fast friends. The Pekingese personality has been compared to a cat. The Pekingese is generally a one-person dog. They are loyal and tend to be very protective of their owner. Many breeders will not place the breed in households with young or boisterous children as the breed simply does not enjoy being mauled or expected to tear around in a manner that would be more befitting an agile Poodle or other small breeds. The Pekingese is a large dog in a small body. It expects to be respected and will not tolerate being treated otherwise. YORKSHIRE TERRIER Yorkies are generally intelligent, independent and courageous. Yorkshire Terriers are quick to determine where they fit in a household's "pack." Their behavior towards outsiders will vary - they often will be inclined to bark at strangers, but some Yorkies are outgoing and friendly towards new people while others are withdrawn and aloof. The differences in behavior in this regard are largely based on how the owner trains or conditions (and socializes) the Yorkie. Some Yorkies may be timid or nervous, rather than bold, but the vast majority do seem to meet the breed standard for a confident, vigorous and self-important personality. CAVALIER KING CHARLES SPANIEL The breed is highly affectionate, and some have called the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel "the ultimate lap dog." Most dogs of the breed are playful, extremely patient and easy to please. As such, dogs of the breed are usually good with children and other dogs. A well-socialized Cavalier will not be shy about socializing with much larger dogs. (However, on occasion, this tendency can be dangerous, as many cavaliers will presume all other dogs to be equally friendly, and may attempt to greet and play with aggressive dogs.) Cavaliers will adapt quickly to almost any environment, family, and location. Their ability to bond with larger and smaller dogs make them ideal in houses with more than one breed of dog. Cavaliers are great with people of all ages, from children to seniors, making them a very versatile dog. The breed is most comfortable in areas with a temperature of -1 to 23 degrees celsius

Answer 6

Well Chihuahuas are all "toy" dogs. That's they're group, along with other small breeds like Pomeranians. Some groups include "working", "herding", "toy", "terrier", etc. But if you're wondering if it's a "teacup" Chihuahua, while is like a miniature version of a Chi, then you should google "teacup chihuahuas" on the web and see if you can find out the dimensions (height, weight, width) of average teacups and see if your Chihuahua fits the "requirements". Or you can always just take him/her to the Vet to find out. And if THAT doesn't work, then I suggest calling the store or breeder from where you got your dog and ask them. Because if they don't know, then that's not a good sign. I reccomend googling first, then calling the store/breeder, and if both don't work, take it to the vet. :-) Hope I helped! Good luck with your dog and I hope everything works out!

Answer 7

I've actually heard that there is no such thing as a toy chihuahua, the AKC doesn't recognize the tea-cup or toy breeds. There are however, different body shapes. I did find these websites that have more information.

http://www.nextdaypets.com/directory/breeds/1100072/

http://www.canismajor.com/dog/chihua.html

http://www.k9web.com/dog-faqs/breeds/chihuahuas.html

Answer 8

ONE. There is one breed known as chihuahua. It is a toy breed. Period. Any other name you hear is meaningless. Like Teacup, deer, apple head, toy, miniature etc. etc.

Answer 9

hint: if your dog has a wind up key sticking out of it's back, it's a toy...... teehee
just kidding of course
Probably it's a toy if it's really really tiny

Answer 10

I think that there's size standards (height, length, weight)

Go to the AKC pages about dogs at the link below...