Hairless Chihuahua: Info, Pictures, Traits & Care Guide

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The Chihuahua is a feisty, pint-sized dog that hails from Mexico and has gained the reputation of being the perfect purse dog. But have you ever heard of the Hairless Chihuahua?

These dogs are exactly the same as the Chihuahuas that you’re familiar with, except they don’t have any hair. Has this piqued your interest? If so, keep reading for all the details about this breed!

Breed Overview

The Chihuahua’s ancestors go back about a thousand years to the ancient Toltec culture of Mexico. The Aztecs are thought to have refined the breed to the smaller dog that we are familiar with today.

The Hairless Chihuahua is a toy breed that weighs no more than 6 pounds and is hairless due to a genetic mutation. Otherwise, they look like a regular Chihuahua, with little legs, large erect ears, and an “apple” head.

Without hair, their coat is the color of their skin, which is pink or various shades of brown. They might have bits of hair on parts of their heads, like the chin or ears.

Hairless Chihuahua Characteristics

Hairless Chihuahua Puppies

Hairless Chihuahuas are rare, so it will be difficult to find one. You can speak to Chihuahua breeders in your area who might have an idea of where you can find a hairless puppy. Social media is another good avenue to share your interest.

If you find a breeder with an available Hairless Chihuahua, double check that they are reputable. This can be done by checking online reviews and visiting their kennels to get a feel of how well they treat their dogs.

The breeder should also present you with their dog’s medical history, and you should feel that your questions are welcome. There’s also the option to adopt, but it’s improbable that you’ll find a Hairless Chihuahua in a shelter.

Temperament & Intelligence of the Hairless Chihuahua

Hairless Chihuahuas pack a large amount of personality into their tiny bodies, including their big-dog-in-a-small-dog’s-body attitude! They love attention and want to spend as much time as possible with their beloved owners,

In addition to being yappy, they are quite loyal and protective of their people, so they can make decent watchdogs. They are standoffish with strangers and have been known to snap at unknown people or small children.

That said, they are intelligent little dogs that can be loving and affectionate, as well as territorial and stubborn.

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