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Today more and more people are getting the inclination of adopting small toy dogs as house pets. This is mainly because smaller dogs are relatively easier to maintain compared to the bigger ones. They eat less, they make less noise and they do not need large yard spaces for exercise. Those factors make them ideal for high - rise condominiums and apartment complexes. However, those factors are usually secondary. To some, their traits and breed history are definitely more important.

Thus, if you have had your eyes on a Chihuahua for quite some time, here some more facts about them that can help you assess if this breed is for you.

1. They can keep you company for a long time as their normal life span would be 10 to 17 years.

2. Attention and petting keeps them happy. And when they are happy, they can be hyperactive to the point of being irritating.

3. Chihuahuas can be quite territorial and protective. Thus, when provoked they can easily attack or show some aggression. Owning them is generally not advisable for families with children.

4. The short - coated variety has a low tolerance for cold weather. Their body is so tiny that they cannot really store that much fat to keep them warm. Keeping a few sweatshirts for them will be wise especially during winter.

5. Long - haired Chihuahuas have better temperaments compared to their short - coated brothers.

6. They have several health risks. For example, the structure of their skull makes them susceptible to hydrocephalus and some may even suffer from epilepsy and other neurological disorders.

7. They require special diet as they have a high tendency of suffering from hypoglycemia. Hypoglycemic Chihuahuas need to eat constantly to get the sugar that their body needs.

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