Chimo

Dog Breed Profile

Chimo History

The Chimo is an extremely rare, toy-sized, longhaired canine, a cross between the Chihuahua and the Maltese. The Chimo is an intelligent, alert, lively little dog that makes a great companion. The Chimo is a miniature version of the larger Chihuahua. The Chimo is an intelligent, alert, lively little dog that makes a great companion. The history of the Chihuahua and Maltese goes back thousands of years. The ancestors of the present-day Chihuahua and the American Shorthair originated in Mexico and Guatemala. The ancestors of the modern-day Maltese originated in the Mediterranean region. The first documented evidence of the breeding of these two breeds comes from 1891, when a breeder named James Spratt crossed a Chihuahua with a Maltese. The resulting puppies were small and resembled one another in appearance. The owner of the kennel, where they had been raised, named them the “Chi-Mal”.

Time of Origin

Unknown

Country of Origin

United States Of America

Ancestry

Chihuahua, American Eskimo

Chimo Physical Characteristics

The Chimo is a small, long-haired guard breed that typically stands between 18 and 20.5 inches at the shoulder and weighs between 12 and 18 pounds. They have a sleek and muscular build with a short, shiny, and silky hair that is blue or gray in color. They have large, almond-shaped eyes with slightly slanted top line. The Chow Chow has a flat, wide skull, a protruding lower jaw, and a bushy tail with a thick plume. They are independent, alert, and fearless.

Eye Colors

Brown

Nose Colors

Black, Brown

Coat Colors

Brindle, Silver, Sable, Red, Fawn, Cream, Blue, Black, White

Height Range

Male Height Range: 10 – 13 inches

Female Height Range: 10 – 13 inches

Weight Range

Male Weight Range: 10 – 20 lbs

Female Weight Range: 10 – 20 lbs

Chimo Health

Description of breed health.

Lifespan

12-15 yrs

Chimo Health Concerns

Hip Dysplasia, Addison’s Disease, Legg-Calve Perthes Disease, Patellar Luxation, Elbow Dysplasia, Progressive Retinal Atrophy, Cataracts

Chimo Temperament and Behaviour

The Chihuahua is a playful, loving and curious little dog. They are outgoing and sociable with humans and other dogs and animals. However, they can also be very protective of their owners, which can make chihuahuas aggressive towards other people and dogs.

Chimo Activity Requirements

Chihuahuas are a small, compact dog that is known for its loyalty and cheerful disposition. They are a hardy, healthy, and active little dog that loves to spend time with their owners. Chihuahuas do best in homes with yards or who live close to parks or walking trails. They are small, but they have a lot of energy, and they love to play and run. A daily walk will help to keep your Chihuahua happy, healthy, and out of trouble. While all dogs benefit from regular exercise, a chihuahua will benefit from regular walks or runs even more than the average dog. They are escape artists with tiny legs, so they need a level of supervision that many other breeds do not. A daily walk or jog will help you stay one step ahead of them.