Meet Pearl - The Shortest Dog: A 3.59 Inch Chihuahua

A Chihuahua named Pearl has been certified by Guinness World Records as the world's shortest living dog, reclaiming a record the toy breed has held before.

Merle Chihuahuas: The Genetics and Health Risks to Know

Merle is a coat pattern caused by a pigment-modifying gene, and breeding two merle chihuahuas together raises the risk of deafness and eye defects. Here is what owners should understand, and how to choose a responsible breeder.

A Guide to the Apple Head Chihuahua

The apple-head Chihuahua is the breed bred to standard: a rounded "apple dome" skull, a near-90-degree stop, and sometimes a molera soft spot. Here is what that means, how it differs from the deer head, and what prospective owners should know.

How To Stop A Chihuahua From Biting?

Chihuahuas nip out of fear, resource guarding, missed socialisation, or pain, not a bad temperament. Here is a calm, positive-reinforcement plan to reduce biting, plus what to avoid and when to call a vet or behaviourist.

How KFC Helped Coax a Frightened Runaway Chihuahua Home

After a five-pound Chihuahua named Halley bolted during a Nova Scotia storm, rescuers used fried chicken, patience, and calming techniques to coax her safely into a trap. A look at why scared lost dogs flee and how to bring them back.