The Chihuahua is the smallest breed of dog in the world.  This lovely breed is courageous, extremely lively, proud and enterprising, it gives and demands affection. The Chihuahua is a graceful, alert, swift-moving little dog with a saucy expression. Its compact and terrier-like qualities of temperament make it very popular all over the world.

Be prepared to get your face licked if you get a Chihuahua, as it cannot control its emotions some times. The Chihuahua is undeniably suspicious of strangers. When strangers are present, it follows its owner's every move, keeping as close as possible.

Socialization as a puppy is a must to avoid excessive aggressiveness with other dogs as well as reserve with strangers. It is intelligent, learns quickly, and responds well to proper, gentle training. It can be noisy and may require patience to housebreak. Overall, the Chihuahua can be your ideal family pet, who is always ready to cheer you up and amuse every member of the family.