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.

Cute little Nishi is a stunning apple head lavender merle. She's not as light as her sister. Her base coat is still almost white, but she has bigger and darker merle markings. She also has blue eye
$2,000
Chihuahua
Cute little Nishi is a stunning apple head lavender merle. She's not as light as her sister. Her base coat is still almost white, but she has bigger and darker merle markings. She also has blue eye

Precious Naji is a very light lavender merle. Her base coat is almost white and her merle markings are very muted. She is one that I sometimes call "platinum" merle, but she also has somewhat of a p
$2,000
Chihuahua
Precious Naji is a very light lavender merle. Her base coat is almost white and her merle markings are very muted. She is one that I sometimes call "platinum" merle, but she also has somewhat of a p

Tiny Sophie is a beautiful white girl long coat with sable markings. She's a very small girl with a perfect little face and beautiful apple head. Sophie will be a lap girl, I think, preferring to st
$1,500
Chihuahua
Tiny Sophie is a beautiful white girl long coat with sable markings. She's a very small girl with a perfect little face and beautiful apple head. Sophie will be a lap girl, I think, preferring to st

Adorable Salem is a nice sable long coat with bright white markings. He's got a half mustache that is the cutest! This boy has white boots on all four feet, white collar and that precious white blaz
$1,000
Chihuahua
Adorable Salem is a nice sable long coat with bright white markings. He's got a half mustache that is the cutest! This boy has white boots on all four feet, white collar and that precious white blaz

Precious Wilford is a little guy with a ton of personality. He's the smallest in his litter by a little bit, only a smidge smaller than Wilde. He's a solid dark chocolate long coat with no tan points
$1,500
Chihuahua
Precious Wilford is a little guy with a ton of personality. He's the smallest in his litter by a little bit, only a smidge smaller than Wilde. He's a solid dark chocolate long coat with no tan points

I am late listing these guys due to personal illness. Merle Caleb is a white and blue merle out of my blue and white girl and my long hair white with chocolate merle boy. He is a little bigger but has
$500
Chihuahua
I am late listing these guys due to personal illness. Merle Caleb is a white and blue merle out of my blue and white girl and my long hair white with chocolate merle boy. He is a little bigger but has

Sweet Vlad is a cutie pie that looks a lot like dad. He's the smallest in his litter, and a pretty black and tan boy with a white goatee and brindle in his tan points. This boy has the prettiest hea
$1,000
Chihuahua
Sweet Vlad is a cutie pie that looks a lot like dad. He's the smallest in his litter, and a pretty black and tan boy with a white goatee and brindle in his tan points. This boy has the prettiest hea
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.