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Chihuahuas - origin, history and much more
He Chihuahua It is a very peculiar, special, charismatic and temperamental race. Known a very common lineage among Hollywood artists and at the same time very commercial worldwide.
Next, we will see its most common characteristics, as well as their care and some curious data on The Chihuahua dog breed.
Where do Chihuahuas come from?
According to the genetic information analyzed by experts on the subject, there are several hypotheses about the origin of the Chihuahua race because, through the history of the world, in its different eras there have been great changes and mestizages not only in humans, but also in the different species of animals and plants. It is thought that this famous caste It comes from Mexico Mainly near the border with the United States, northwest of that country, in the state and city also called with that name.
The meaning of Chihuahua according to the ethnic language of the tribes that lived there during the colonization of the Spaniards is: "Dry and sandy place«, «next to two waters«, «Factories place«, «Place of the hounded stone" either "Costalra or looting»(Do not think it is for the puppy). However, the Americans in reference to that place, popularly began to call the animal by this name: "Chihuahua". As previously reflected, the miscegenation has been key, since many scientists claim that current chihuahuas originated from the mixture with the species "Techichi". This is one of the dog breeds discovered through the studies of the pre-colombina era, with small lineage dogs from Europe and Asia. Having vessels that arrived in Mexico since the time of colonization, new races began to form among living beings, in addition to the believe that the popular Chihuahua is smaller than its predecessor, the "Techichi".
What singularities do Chihuahuas have?
Chihuahua, unlike other dogs, It has certain characteristics that allow to recognize it anywhere in the world, due to its physical appearance and the way you have to behave. All this makes it quite peculiar, in addition to all these other characteristics:
It is a small size canine: The timinly compared to the other dog races, with approximate measures between 15 cm to 30 cm of size from its head to the tail, and high from 10 cm to 20 cm.
Is One of the species that has the most colors in your fur: such as different coffee tones, from the darkest to the clearest; as with the black color and its chiaroscuro stages. There are also white and tricolor.
Is temperamentalAnd quite brave As for facing something that bothers them: whether a human or another animal, regardless of their size.
Are agile and hypercinetic dogs: Chihuahuas are easy to tame and train.
You can, as long as you know how to be raised, live with different racesof dogs or other pets.
They have large eyes, with a small mouth but with a strong bite, they are loving and jealous with their owners. However, we must not forget that They are dogs with adaptability and admirable intelligence.
They can live on average twenty years of age.
They are dogs by trembling and nervous nature.
Chihuahua has an approximate weight of 3 kg.
Chihuahua with long hair
In addition, it is worth indicating that there are several types of chihuahuas recognized by the AKC (American Kennel Club) and the FCI (International Cinological Federation). These are organizations that are responsible for establishing the breeding rules for dogs, in addition to its canophyll, whose types are the following:
Apple head
Deer head.
Note: Its main difference is that the second is higher and thinner. His head is like that of a deer. In addition, it is healthier genetically than apple head.
Smooth hair.
Long hair
Note: Its difference is that the second has the longest, smoother and more smooth fur is faster than the first, being able to be aesthetically more pleasant to the eyes of the human being.
How should we feed our Chihuahua?
The main characteristic of Chihuahuas the thing is areVery small animals, therefore the feeding of Chihuahua must be well planned, a balanced diet that allows to keep this famous animal in the best conditions. His stomach is small, just like his teeth; And they are hypercinetic, which means that they process their food much faster than other animals. In addition, food should be loaded with enough nutrients, proteins, minerals and carbohydrates. For this there are certain foods for dogs of recognized brands that are responsible for elaborating those croquettes that fascinate the Chihuahuas. These go from that they are puppies, until their adulthood. They can also prepare a very healthy homemade delicacy for this type of race. Leaving the feed aside, you can also prepare homemade food, but remember that every supply source for this breed must be loaded mainly from a good amount of proteins such as: cow meat or chicken, always without salt, in addition to some lipids.
Some "healthy fats" such as corn and food oil containing source of omega3 and omega6 such as blue fish can be included. This to contribute to the brain development and vision of the puppy, as well as help minimize the loss of cognitive knowledge. It is important to consult with the veterinarian the amount of food that must be supplied to a Chihuahua a day. In order to avoid overweight problems, in addition the necessary vitamins, to complement your diet. It must always be referenced that some foods that commonly ingest humans and food that are given to other animals can be harmful to Chihuahua health should be avoided. This is because it can cause allergic reactions, stomach problems or dehydration, among others. As is the case of:
Chocolates, cheeses, milk, onion, coffee, fermented masses (such as bread), garlic, grapes, salt, alcohol, raw eggs, avocado, bones, ice cream, sugars and sweets in general, cat food, food for babies, tobacco, raw fish, citrus fruits, etc.
How to maintain the health of Chihuahua and what are the most common diseases?
To take care of this little canine, in addition to everything indicated above about The food that our Chihuahua must have, certain physiology and pathologies that can be found in these tender although reckless animals must be taken into consideration. Because of the peculiarity of his stature, Chihuahua is prone to being fragile in his bone context, which can be a problem for the owners. Because they must be very cautious about falls and prolonged efforts at the time of taking a walk or in the field of daily life of our friend.
Some common diseases
In its extremities, especially in the joints, Chihuahua can suffer in degenerative way "Patelar dislocation”This is a momentary deviation of the knee knee Degenerative process in the pelvic bone, causing a hip dysplasia or coxofemoral dysplasia. It is a hereditary disease that does not allow good training in the joint between the hip and the femur, causing problems to walk and do normal activities.
On some occasions it is not presented throughout the life of Chihuahua, however, from six months or in the adulthood of the dog the symptoms exposed above begin to observe. Other of the conditions that these beautiful dogs can suffer is "hypoglycemia", which is a low sugar problem in the blood of the Chihuahuas, because they do not have so much muscles to contain glucose in their body. And to this is added excess exercise or liver movements or problems. This pathology can occur between the fifth and fifteenth week of the animal's life, and needs to be treated by a veterinarian, since it is quite frequent in this race of Chihuahua dogs.
Vision problems
Despite the above, this caste of dogs has large eyes, so they can suffer from vision problems due to exposure and contact with plants, insects, allergic reactions or caused by parasites, such as tick, some virosis or polluting bacteria, for example:
Scleritis: That is a disease that affects the eyes, causing an inflammation in the white part of the eye or the "sclerotic area", whose pathology is not diligently treated, could make the animal lose the vision in that eye.
Conjunctivitis: It is a disease that inflames the "sclerotic zone", which redounts and inflamed the internal part of the eyelids, causing them to lakes, frequent tears, eye pain and hypersensitivity in light.
Respiratory and cardiac problems
Another of the conditions that can commonly suffer from Chihuahuas is the "Reverse sneeze" either "Inverse sneeze”, Which is generated as the air is not exhaled correctly by the snout. This causes them to aspire with the nostrils, due to the small size of the trachea and the throat of Chihuahua. Epilepsy and heart disease (arrhythmias, infarctions, hydrocephalias) can also be One of the hereditary problems in the Chihuahuas. However, one of the most common physiologies is the characteristic nervousness it possesses. These tremors in Chihuahuas are due to hereditary causes, as well as physical and psychological factors to which it is exposed. It could be so much because of the amount of energy, which dissipates that way, as the canine may feel fear, cold, stress, ears, nerves, or other emotion that it experiences at that certain moment.
How is the mating and fertilization cycle of the Chihuahuas be carried out?
The Chihuahua reproduction process is carried out from six to seven months of life, where the female has her first menstrual cycle, which has several stages, which are:
Proestro: These are the days when the dog bleeds by the vulva, the specific smell that attracts dogs is inflated and emits. However, she growls and is not allowed to ride. It lasts for ten days.
Oestrus: It is the period where it stops bleeding, she is more given to the males and is allowed to "ride", and it is the time where sexual intercourse occurs. This process where the ovulation of the Chihuahua is available has an approximate duration of seven days.
Right: After the sexual intercourse among the dogs, the puppy begins to form through the different gestation stages, which has an estimated time of sixty days. After that, childbirth occurs, which can have a duration more or less than thirty hours.
The Chihuahua female is responsible for looking for a comfortable place to "give birth", finding it among old clothes, pillows, rags that smell like its owner and other things that make her feel comfortable and protected. This is to then throw and flow with childbirth, where it makes a great effort through the physiological changes that are presented as the dilation of the vulva, dizziness, contractions, weakness, etc. It proceeds with the childbirth of the puppies and, finally, the placenta. At the end of giving birth, the mother's recovery time takes place and then the puppies begin to feed on her milk. You must be very careful at the time of the birth of a Chihuahua, since there are females that are internally so small that they are not good "Potorras”This will produce that caesarean sections have to be carried out, increasing the risk of mortality of both the puppies and the mother.
Recommendations
Despite the different complications that could be raised in the loving Chihuahua, it is a noble dog, of great heart and of little expense, compared to other races. It is important to make a timely visit to the veterinarian, fulfilling its recommendations, performing constant exercise, feeding it in the right way and, above all, giving it a lot of love. Only in this way you can have a great copy of healthy Chihuahua, strong and happy at home. Other articles that may interest you:
