17/06/2022
Another week, another history lesson on a popular dog breed! This week, we will be looking into the history of the Chihuahua!
1. The origin of the chihuahua traces back to 950 CE. The Chihuahua is a descendent of the Techichi, the companion dog of the ancient Toltecs.
2. The Chihuahua receives its namesake from the state of Chihuahua, Mexico. Also known as "The Big State" and "The Great State," Chihuahua is Mexico's largest state with an area of 95,543 square miles.
3. Centuries-old folklore tells that Chihuahuas can cure asthma by absorbing the condition from their owners. While there's no evidence supporting this theory, many people kept Chihuahuas around for this very reason.