| Chihuahua Club of America Tea Cup Statement The Chihuahua Is A Chihuahua |
The Official AKC Breed Standard describes the Chihuahua as a small dog that comes in two varieties or coat
types. The difference in coat type (the Long Coat and the Smooth Coat) is the only official description used to
identify a difference within this breed. Our standard does not categorize the Chihuahua by size.
For the purpose of showing and record keeping, the American Kennel club includes the Chihuahua (along with
19 other breeds) in the Toy Group. Therefore, irrespective of their weight or physical stature ALL Chihuahuas
registered with the AKC are considered to be a toy breed of dog.
As with all living things, there will be size variance between individual dogs within this breed. Look within the
human family - brothers and sisters will differ in height and in weight, as well as other physical attributes. They
are described as humans, male or female, and there is seldom if ever a need to break the description down
further. The same holds true in regard to the Chihuahua; they are Chihuahuas - Long Coat / Smooth Coat!
Unfortunately, the additional adjectives used to describe the size differences and physical appearances are
many and have been misused for so long they now seem legitimate. Teacup, Pocket Size, Tiny Toy, Miniature
or Standard - are just a few of the many tags and labels that have been attached to this breed over the years.
The Chihuahua Club of America is concerned that these terms may be used to entice prospective buyers into
thinking that puppies described in this way are of greater monetary value. They are not and the use of these
terms is incorrect and misleading.
Occasionally, within a litter, there may be a puppy that is unusually small. That puppy is a small Chihuahua and
any other breakdown in description is not correct. To attach any of these additional labels to a particular puppy
is to misrepresent that Chihuahua as something that is rare or exceptional and causes a great deal of
confusion among those new fanciers who are looking for a Chihuahua.
The Chihuahua Club of America does not endorse nor condone the use of any of these terms and would
caution the perspective puppy buyer not to be misled by them.
We recognize that many Chihuahua fanciers do want the very small puppy. While they are adorable and can be
perfectly healthy, the buyer should be cautioned as to the extra care that may be required with regard to their
general health and well-being.
types. The difference in coat type (the Long Coat and the Smooth Coat) is the only official description used to
identify a difference within this breed. Our standard does not categorize the Chihuahua by size.
For the purpose of showing and record keeping, the American Kennel club includes the Chihuahua (along with
19 other breeds) in the Toy Group. Therefore, irrespective of their weight or physical stature ALL Chihuahuas
registered with the AKC are considered to be a toy breed of dog.
As with all living things, there will be size variance between individual dogs within this breed. Look within the
human family - brothers and sisters will differ in height and in weight, as well as other physical attributes. They
are described as humans, male or female, and there is seldom if ever a need to break the description down
further. The same holds true in regard to the Chihuahua; they are Chihuahuas - Long Coat / Smooth Coat!
Unfortunately, the additional adjectives used to describe the size differences and physical appearances are
many and have been misused for so long they now seem legitimate. Teacup, Pocket Size, Tiny Toy, Miniature
or Standard - are just a few of the many tags and labels that have been attached to this breed over the years.
The Chihuahua Club of America is concerned that these terms may be used to entice prospective buyers into
thinking that puppies described in this way are of greater monetary value. They are not and the use of these
terms is incorrect and misleading.
Occasionally, within a litter, there may be a puppy that is unusually small. That puppy is a small Chihuahua and
any other breakdown in description is not correct. To attach any of these additional labels to a particular puppy
is to misrepresent that Chihuahua as something that is rare or exceptional and causes a great deal of
confusion among those new fanciers who are looking for a Chihuahua.
The Chihuahua Club of America does not endorse nor condone the use of any of these terms and would
caution the perspective puppy buyer not to be misled by them.
We recognize that many Chihuahua fanciers do want the very small puppy. While they are adorable and can be
perfectly healthy, the buyer should be cautioned as to the extra care that may be required with regard to their
general health and well-being.
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From Lisa and Diana,
We know that some people may want a puppy that's going to mature to be a small adult. We don't breed to
specifically get the smaller sizes but they do occasionally happen. While these puppies are healthy and give many
years of love and affection; they also require more care in order to ensure their continued good health. They are
not suited for all types of households. We feel it is vitally important that ALL breeders that have this type of puppy
should screen potential homes and educate the potential buyers regarding the requirements of smaller dogs.
Please look for a happy, healthy, well adjusted puppy that will be a good fit for your family. It's not the size of the
puppy, it's the size of the heart.....and all Chihuahuas have big hearts filled with lots of love.
We know that some people may want a puppy that's going to mature to be a small adult. We don't breed to
specifically get the smaller sizes but they do occasionally happen. While these puppies are healthy and give many
years of love and affection; they also require more care in order to ensure their continued good health. They are
not suited for all types of households. We feel it is vitally important that ALL breeders that have this type of puppy
should screen potential homes and educate the potential buyers regarding the requirements of smaller dogs.
Please look for a happy, healthy, well adjusted puppy that will be a good fit for your family. It's not the size of the
puppy, it's the size of the heart.....and all Chihuahuas have big hearts filled with lots of love.