The ancestors of the Chihuahua were originally bred for various purposes, such as companionship, religious ceremonies & rituals and food. However, modern Chihuahuas are bred solely for companionship today. There's much more to the Chihuahua's history than most people know. 5 нояб. 2021 г.
What did Aztecs use Chihuahuas for?
The Aztecs believed that when an Aztec noble would die, it was necessary to slay a Chihuahua and bury or cremate it with the body of the human. They believed that the spirit of the dead Chihuahua would act as a guide through the afterlife for the soul of the dead noble.
What are Chihuahuas known for?
Chihuahuas are loyal, friendly and good family pets when treated respectfully. They can get all the exercise needed in the house or apartment. In the 1940s, well-known bandleader Xavier Cugat was known for conducting the orchestra with a Chihuahua under his arm.
What dogs were bred to make Chihuahuas?
Officially discovered in the mid-19th century, the Chihuahua is believed to be a direct descendant of the Techichi, a small desert canine that dates back to Mayan times. These pre-Columbian dogs resembled Chihuahuas in both size and shape and are believed to have been domesticated by the ancient Toltecs civilization.
What did Chihuahuas evolve from?
Like all modern dogs breeds, Chihuahuas trace their evolutionary roots to the gray wolf (Canis lupus). Like their Labrador, Pekinese and Rottweiler relatives, Chihuahuas reflect the cultural, materialistic and labor needs of the humans who molded them from an ancient stock into the modern breeds they are today.
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