Black Lab Chihuahua mix is also known as Labrahuahua. The is a cross between the black Lab and Chihuahua. Due to variation in their size, natural breeding cannot be done. They are bred with artificial breeding, the female Labrador and the male Chihuahua. If you want to know this designer and unique dog, our article will provide all the necessary information about this breed. So, read till the end.
Quick overview:🐾
Chihuahua Lab Mix, Chihuahuador
Short, single, rough
Medium(larger than the Chihuahua and shorter than the Lab)
Up to 15 pounds (full grown male/female)
Black, light brown, beige, white, tricolor
Loyal, social, playful, friendly, willful
About 10-15 years
Yes
No
Black Lab Chihuahua mix🐩
The Lab Chihuahua mix is a hybrid that is not recognized by the American Kennel Club. But the fact is that the two parents’ breeds are recognized and registered by the American Kennel Club. Labradors are friendly, loyal and playful dogs. And Chihuahuas are intelligent, spunky and wise.
The Lab Chihuahua mix is a small to medium size dog that weighs about 24-60 pounds and stands tall as 10-22 inches. Their temperament is harder to predict because it’s a fairly new hybrid breed. Due to the size difference of both breeds (male Chihuahua and female Labrador), puppies are produced with artificial insemination. The reason the Labrador must be a female is because for the female Chihuahua it’s very difficult to give birth to large puppies.
History of the Labrahuahua🐕🦺
As you know the Labrahuahua is such a new hybrid so, the history of this breed is still unclear. It is said that this hybrid came around in the 1980s when designer breeds were becoming popular.
Temperament and Behavior of Black Lab Chihuahua mix🐶
The black Lab Chihuahua mixes are well behaved, social and energetic dogs that love to spend time with its family. Just like its Chihuahua parents they love to sleep and are mostly found curling down in a cozy corner. However, sometimes they show stubborn behavior that is common in Chihuahuas.
The playful nature of black Lab Chihuahua mix makes them friendly with people of all ages, individuals and even with kids. They are fond of playing games, especially fetch games. They are intelligent and brilliant, this is a trait which they inherited from their Labrador parents.
| Characteristic | Chihuahua | Labrahuahua | Labrador Retriever |
| Trainability |   🐶🐶🐶 |   🐶🐶🐶 |     🐶🐶🐶🐶 |
| Health |     🐶🐶🐶🐶 |     🐶🐶🐶🐶 |   🐶🐶🐶🐶 |
| Grooming Needs |    🐶🐶🐶 |    🐶🐶🐶 |     🐶🐶🐶🐶 |
| Good With Children |  🐶 |    🐶🐶🐶 |      🐶🐶🐶🐶🐶 |
| Good With Other Dog Breeds |  🐶 |     🐶🐶🐶🐶 |      🐶🐶🐶🐶🐶 |
| Energy Levels |   🐶🐶🐶🐶🐶  |    🐶🐶🐶🐶 |    🐶🐶🐶🐶 |
| Exercise Requirements |     🐶🐶🐶🐶 |     🐶🐶🐶🐶 |     🐶🐶🐶🐶 |
| Barking Frequency |     🐶🐶🐶🐶 |     🐶🐶🐶🐶 |    🐶🐶🐶 |
Care of Black Lab Chihuahua mix🎗
Care of your pet is very essential to keep them healthy. In the care requirements grooming, exercise, training and diet is included. Here are the methods that will be helpful in their care methods.
Exercise⚽
The Black Labrador Chihuahua mix is an active dog. Daily physical activity is very important for them. This breed is enjoyable for going on long walks and good running sessions. However in exercise they mostly like to play with their owners, like fetching, frisbee etc. Make sure to keep away the leash when you are playing with your dog in a closed area.
Grooming✂️
The Black Labrador Chihuahua mix has a short coat that needs nominal grooming. They are moderate shedders so the owner needs frequent grooming and vacuum. Short coats require less grooming and long coats require more.
They should be brushed once a week. Frequent bathing can prevent more shedding. They have floppy ears so prone to infection, so check the ear to prevent infections. Trim their nails when they get long. To prevent tooth problems brush their teeth 2 to 3 times a week.
Training🏋
These dogs are not having any behavioral issues except stubbornness, which they inherited from Chihuahuas. If you feel your dog is going very stubborn, never be rude. Start with obedience commands. Start with a casual jog and let your dog follow your heels. A follower dog always feels secure by following you. It will learn to keep faith in its owner as a pack leader. Gradually your dog’s stubborn and independent behavior will reduce.
Food and Diet🥗
Always follow the guideline set out by a vet. In most cases to stay healthy, the Black Lab Chihuahuas mix dogs eating between 1 ½-2 ½ cups of dry kibble per day. High protein and low carbs food is ideal food. This will sit with their energy level without obtaining weight gain.
Health Issues of black Lab Chihuahua mix💊
Life span🤏
The lifespan of Black Labrador Chihuahua mix is between 12-15 years.
They are generally healthy dogs. However they can be prone to some genetic health issues. Your breeder will give you the medical information about the parents so you will be ready to pay the vet bill in the future. The most common health issues in Labrahuahua mentioned below:
Black Lab Chihuahua mix Cost📙
This is a rare hybrid that costs around $1000. This is due to efforts to breed through artificial insemination.
Final Words✨
The black Labrador Chihuahua mix is a recent hybrid dog that is a cross between black Labrador and a Chihuahua. The Lab Chihuahua mix is a hybrid that is not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
The Lab Chihuahua mix is a small to medium size dog that weighs about 24-60 pounds and stands tall as 10-22 inches. Their temperament is harder to predict because it’s a fairly new hybrid breed. Due to the size difference of both breeds (male Chihuahua and female Labrador), puppies are produced with artificial insemination.
This is a rare breed that is costly to purchase. Purchase it from a reputable breeder to ensure a healthy dog.
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