The Chihuahua is a tiny yet bold breed with a personality that far exceeds its size. Often compared behaviorally to terriers, this spirited little dog has ancient roots dating back to pre-Columbian times. Despite weighing just a few pounds, Chihuahuas are known for their intelligence, loyalty, and courage. Their wide variety of colors, coat lengths, and patterns only add to their charm, making them one of the most recognizable and beloved toy breeds in the world.
The Chihuahua’s exact origins are debated — some believe the breed was brought from China to Mexico by traders and later crossed with native dogs, while others trace it back to the ancient Techichi breed of Central America. The modern Chihuahua was first documented in Mexico’s Chihuahua state in the 1850s, from which it takes its name. Americans quickly fell in love with the breed, and it was officially recognized by the American Kennel Club (AKC) in 1904. With their domed heads, expressive eyes, and big-dog attitude, Chihuahuas make fiercely devoted companions. They tend to bond closely with one person, showing protective affection, though they can warm up to others with proper socialization. Chihuahuas are adaptable, needing only light daily exercise and minimal grooming — weekly brushing for long coats and occasional brushing for smooth coats. Confident, charming, and endlessly loyal, the Chihuahua remains a classic choice for those seeking a small dog with a huge heart.

Chihuahua
Oni is the cutest little fluffy mini teddy bear. She is so loving and will give kisses all day. She also has the most gorgeous head and her white markings are so striking and really set her off! All

Chihuahua
Precious Orlie is the cutest little lady bug. A more flashy and pronounced lavender merle than her siblings, this little girl is the total package with short legs, short body, barrel chest, apple hea

Chihuahua
Sweet little Oni is a very light colored lavender merle with little lavender polka dots. She's short legged and barrel chested with a pretty little head and the sweetest face. Oni is a big friendl

Chihuahua
Stunning Yukiko, just look at this girl! She's absolutely spectacular and SUPER flashy. She's a chocolate merle with big bold markings and a very complex coat with several shades of chocolate and ta

Chihuahua
Flashy Yukari is a black merle girl with no tan points. She's just stunning, with big bold merle markings and THAT FACE! She short and cobby, barrel chested and absolutely gorgeous. This girl will

Chihuahua
Sweet Xanda is a pretty little chocolate and tan merle girl with a white chest. She's a petite little girl with the prettiest little face. I think she looks a lot like mom. She's going to be a litt

Chihuahua
Upton is a gorgeous and super flashy chocolate and tan merle. He reminds me so much of his mom, only a short coat version of her! He's so eye-catching, you have to see him to believe how gorgeous h

Chihuahua
Precious Royal is a very light lavender merle, one that I would usually call a "platinum" merle. She's got a beautiful apple head and the cutest little face you've ever seen. She's already showing h

Chihuahua
Stunning Wilhelmina is a super flashy dark chocolate merle long coat baby girl with a temperament that you will not believe. Just watch the video and you'll see. She's SMART, in all capital letters.

Chihuahua
Precious Rainbow is the most amazing little girl. She's a flashy black merle girl with a gorgeous face and beautiful build. She has some unique and distinctive markings, especially on her head and fa

Chihuahua
Handsome Sid is a stunning and flashy black merle. He doesn't have any tan points, and his black markings are very flashy and his base coat is light. This boy has the most amazing face and beautiful

Chihuahua
Honestly I hardly know how to describe this girl, shes' so unique. Zadie is a chocolate fawn merle with white markings...or maybe she's white with chocolate fawn merle markings. I'm not sure! Eithe

Chihuahua
Tuscany is the puppy version of her mom, soft, sweet, cuddly and a pretty little lavender merle. She's short legged, has the prettiest little face, and will only get prettier as she grows. So far,

Chihuahua
This gorgeous girl is Abelina and she's a stunning black and tan merle with muted tan points. This girl is built to perfection. She looks just like her grandma, Maggi's, puppies (the U litter). She

Chihuahua
Look at this gorgeous girl. She sits so pretty! Vera is a lovely little lavender merle with muted tan points. She may have blue eyes, but time will tell. Vera is confident and already showing a lot

Chihuahua
I believe I named this boy appropriately without even knowing it. Preacher is the charismatic pup in this litter that steals hearts with one little nuzzle of his nose. He's a beautiful blue merle an

Chihuahua
This gorgeous girl is Velma. She's a flahsy black and tan merle female with big, bold merle markings. She's compact and looks so much like her dad in the face. She's got the prettiest little face an

Chihuahua
Adorable Uno is another amazing puppy in this litter. He's a petite black and tan merle with that pretty half-and-half marking on his face. This little boy is cute as a button, and he's already show

Chihuahua
Amazing Uri is the most apple headed puppy in this litter of apple heads. He's also the shortest and most compact. Uri is a black and tan merle, but his coloring is very diluted, so he almost looks
The average cost of a purebred Chihuahua puppy in the United States is approximately $1678, though prices can vary based on factors such as pedigree, breeder reputation, and location.