Chihuahua (dog) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia: "Being naturally territorial and protective, Chihuahuas can be easily provoked to attack, and are therefore generally unsuitable for homes with small children, but not in all cases.[9] The AKC describes the breed as, 'A graceful, alert, swift-moving little dog with saucy expression, compact, and with terrier-like qualities of temperament.' The breed tends to be fiercely loyal to one particular owner, but may be attached to more. They do not always get along with other breeds.[9] These traits generally make them unsuitable for households with small or boisterous children.
Chihuahuas crave attention, affection, exercise and being petted. They can be hyper, but eager to please. They have a reputation as a 'yippy' dog, which can be resolved with proper training. Chihuahuas with proper breeding are not 'yippy'; the AKC standard calls for 'a terrier-like attitude.' Long haired chihuahuas tend to have a more mellow temperament.
Chihuahuas are not well-suited as small children's pets because of their size, temperament, and tendency to bite when frightened. It is recommended that children be school age or older before adding a Chihuahua to one's home. Also, many Chihuahuas focus their devotion on one person, becoming overly jealous of that person's human relationships. This can be mitigated through socialization. Chihuahuas also tend to have a 'clannish' nature, often preferring the companionship of other Chihuahuas over other dogs.[10]
In southern California in 2009, three Chihuahuas protected their mistress, a three-year-old girl, from a 100 pound mountain lion.[11]"
Chihuahuas crave attention, affection, exercise and being petted. They can be hyper, but eager to please. They have a reputation as a 'yippy' dog, which can be resolved with proper training. Chihuahuas with proper breeding are not 'yippy'; the AKC standard calls for 'a terrier-like attitude.' Long haired chihuahuas tend to have a more mellow temperament.
Chihuahuas are not well-suited as small children's pets because of their size, temperament, and tendency to bite when frightened. It is recommended that children be school age or older before adding a Chihuahua to one's home. Also, many Chihuahuas focus their devotion on one person, becoming overly jealous of that person's human relationships. This can be mitigated through socialization. Chihuahuas also tend to have a 'clannish' nature, often preferring the companionship of other Chihuahuas over other dogs.[10]
In southern California in 2009, three Chihuahuas protected their mistress, a three-year-old girl, from a 100 pound mountain lion.[11]"
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