Chinese crested chihuahua mix, also known as Chi-Chi is a cross between Chinese crested and Chihuahua. They are outgoing and energetic dogs. Both parents are smart, affectionate and intelligent. Everything about Chi-Chi you will find in our article. So, start it!
A Quick overview✨
Black, white, cream, golden, fawn
5-12 inches
4-10 inches
Loving, friendly, easy to train, get along with other pets
Active families, low shedding dog
History of Chinese Crested Chihuahua Mix💢
The history of this dog is unknown, but may be this developed for the sake of a small dog and an intelligent dog like their parents.
To get the idea about this breed you have to know about its parents’ breed. Let’s start reading!
Parents History💥
Chinese Crested🐶
Most of the experts agree that this breed is a long established breed. From the 16th Century in China. But some insist that this breed shares its ancestry with the Mexican hairless dogs. Others say that its origin is from Africa. The American Kennel Club recognized Chinese Crested in 1991.
Chihuahua🐕
On the other hand the Chihuahua breed originated in Mexico and is known to be descended from Techichi dogs. By the ancient Toltec civilization, these small dogs were believed to have mystical powers and considered sacred.
In the 1940s the Chihuahua was recognized by the American Kennel Club, and considered to be a beloved breed among dog lovers globally.
Temperament of Chinese Crested Chihuahua Mix Dog🐩
Chi-Chi dogs are smart and loyal, fun loving and a bit mischievous. They can live at home when their owner is at work. But they want daily attention and care. They can spend time with all ages of children and enjoy with humans and other animals outdoors.
Chi-Chi are noisy dogs so they can make good watch dogs. Like if anyone comes into your property they tell you quickly by barking. They are small, versatile, smart and sociable. They can’t live for long periods of time alone indoors and outdoors. They can become prey of any wild and domestic animals due to its small size.
They are energetic and active dogs that have a lot of energy that require plenty of exercise, playtime, exercise and mental stimulation. Make sure their Chi-Chi uses its energy to prevent boredom.
Are Chi-Chi Good for Families?🐕
Chi-Chi do not create any problem with families. But you should be careful if you have small kids. Chi-Chi dogs are very small in size so small children can easily harm them. So, get a Chi-Chi if you have adult kids in your home.
Do Chinese Crested Chihuahua Mix get along with other Pets?🐕🦺
Chi-Chi loves to live in an environment in which more than one dog or cats are living. They are sociable by nature but early socialization is very essential otherwise they can become aggressive and territorial with strange animals. Introduce your dog with the cats from an early age so they live along easily.
Care of Chinese Crested Chihuahua Mix🩺
Care of your pup is very essential for the overall well being of it. Chi-Chi’ care includes its diet, exercise, training, grooming, and health conditions. Let’s look in detail!
Food/Diet🥗
These dog breeds do not have any special dietary requirements but you should feed them high quality kibble to keep them healthy. The small dog breed’s quality food will last a long time. So, don’t worry about spending too much money on feeding them.
Exercise🐕
A Chi-chi dog is an energetic dog so you need to take them outdoors to prevent any destructive behavior due to boredom. But still the Chi-Chi is a tiny dog breed so their exercise period should be smaller than larger dogs.
They need only from half an hour to 1 hour of activity which includes both indoor and outdoor activities.
Training🥨
Training and socialization is also very essential for Chi-Chi to develop a well behaved dog. Positive reinforcement techniques will do great work in their training session. Otherwise you have to face an extremely timid dog. So, training them, especially early training is a must.
Grooming Requirements✂
Grooming needs vary in Chi-Chi, if you have a hairless dog then you need to brush tufts of hair once a week. But if you have a fluffy dog you need to brush them on a daily basis.
Bath your Chi-Chi occasionally and brush their teeth a few times a week. Make sure to clean its ears and trim its nails regularly.
Health and Conditions💉
Chi-Chi dogs are healthy but they can inherit health issues from their parents. The health issues that have to faced by Chi-Chi include:
| Minor Conditions | Serious Conditions |
| Minor Conditions Dental problems Legg-Calve-Perthes disease Patellar luxation Heart problems | Progressive retinal atrophy Dry eye Obesity |
With proper care and regular checkups your Chi-Chi can prevent these diseases. If you notice any health issues in your dog then take it to the vet immediately before getting it serious.
Male Vs Female Chi Chi✨
There are some differences between male or female Chi-Chi:
- First of all, males are larger than females. But it depends on which parents they take after.
- Second thing is that males need more interaction with people than females. So, if you need a dog that always follows you and loves to be a lap dog then male Chi-Chi is great for you. But it can be prone to separation anxiety issues so if you are busy all day then female Chi-Chi is best.
- Finally, neutering is less costly than spaying so male dogs are more affordable for you.
Conclusion🔔
Chi-Chi dogs are smart and loyal, fun loving and a bit mischievous. They can live at home when their owner is at work. But they want daily attention and care. They can spend time with all ages of children and enjoy with humans and other animals outdoors.
Chi-Chi do not create any problem with families. But you should be careful if you have small kids. Chi-Chi dogs are very small in size so small children can easily harm them. With proper care, balanced diet and regular vet checkups you can spend a healthy and joyful life with your Chi-Chi.
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