But more often than not, Chiweenies show no interest in hunting. Dachshunds were originally bred to hunt rodents and have a strong prey drive that might pass on to some Chiweenies. While Chiweenies have a lot of energy, their small size means their exercise needs can be met by half an hour or so of walking combined with play sessions throughout the day. They tend to develop a strong bond with and an intense loyalty to one person, but they can also get along well with other family members. Charming and playful, these dogs love attention. Personality:Ĭhiweenies possess boundless levels of confidence and spunk - traits they inherit from both parents. The face and muzzle are typically longer and narrower than that of a Chihuahua but shorter than that of a dachshund.
The ears may be large, upright and triangular like those of a Chihuahua, or long and floppy like a dachshund - or they may be a combination of both. It's also possible for a Chiweenie to be a mix of colors.Ī Chiweenie's body is typically shorter and sturdier than that of a dachshund and their tail is usually long and narrow. Their most common coat colors are solid fawn, brown, black and white. A Chiweenie's coloring is also like that of its parent breeds. While typically short-coated, both Chihuahuas and dachshunds can be long-haired, as can Chiweenies. According to DogTime, adults weigh anywhere from 5 to 12 pounds and measure from 6 to 10 inches at the shoulder - though your own pooch may be smaller or larger. Like their parent breeds, Chiweenies tend to be small. This is primarily because F1 mixes tend to be the healthiest, says .Īs a relatively new breed, no standards exist for a Chiweenie's size and appearance. Reputable breeders avoid generational crossbreeding, whether by breeding Chiweenies with either of the F1 breeds or by breeding them with other Chiweenies. They're the product of breeding a first-generation, or F1, purebred Chihuahua with an F1 purebred dachshund. The Chiweenie is an energetic, loyal and playful pooch with a spunky attitude and a zest for life.Ĭhiweenies are hybrid dogs known as designer breeds.
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