Feisty miniature pooches with tons of personality—that’s the Chihuahua for you! These energetic and loveable dogs are so popular that even famous celebrities can’t seem to get enough of them. But how much do we really know about Chihuahuas? Check out these 8 amazing facts about these pint-sized pooches.
1. Oh Great Ancestors
Chihuahuas are believed to be descendants of an ancient dog breed known as the Techichi. As vocal as Chihuahuas are, their ancestor was believed to be mute. The Techichi was raised by Toltecs in Mexico during the 9th century AD. These ancient dogs are said to be lapdogs.
Several other dog breeds have been assumed to be Chihuahua’s ancestors. The list includes the Chinese Crested, the Papillon, the Perro Chihuahueno, and the Maltese Pocket Dog.
2. Soul Guardians
3. Pooch of Art
Back in 1482, Botticelli completed his fresco painting called “Scenes from the Life of Moses” in Rome’s Sistine Chapel. He painted a boy holding what appears to be a white shorthaired Chihuahua.
Other paintings that feature Chihuahuas can also be observed during the 15th century. These were created by artists such as Sir Edward Landseer, Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, Pietro Longhi, and Vittore Carpaccio.
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4. Marilyn Monroe Had One
5. Living With the Stars
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6. Fated Meeting
7. Array of Colours
Chihuahuas can have different coat colours including black, fur, sable, silver, brindles, spotted and many more. Chihuahuas also have different hair types. It can be short, long, or mid-coat. They can be silky or wiry and have either a single coat or a double coat.
8. Oh, rats!
