Breed guide

Chihuahua

Tiny, alert, and deeply attached, ideal for careful owners who want a compact companion.

AlertLivelyDevoted
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Activity Needs25 min/day
Energy
Space need
Experience level
Care Profile
Intelligence
Trainability
Grooming
Health IssuesMedium
  • Dental disease
  • Patellar luxation
  • Heart murmurs
Typical Cost$70–$160/mo
Annual$840–$1,920
Lifetime$12,600–$28,800