What is the difference between an apple head Chihuahua and a regular Chihuahua?

Chihuahuas display one of two different skull shapes: apple-like or deer-like. At the risk of being painfully obvious, apple head Chihuahuas have heads shaped like apples, while deer head Chihuahuas have heads shaped like — wait for it — the heads of deer.

What is an Apple head dog?

What is an Apple Head Chihuahua? An Apple Head Chihuahua is an ancient Mexican dog breed. It is also the world’s smallest canine at only 6 pounds in adulthood. This loyal and loving little Chihuahua gets its name from its apple-shaped skull dome featuring a 90-degree angle from the muzzle to its forehead.

What are the three types of Chihuahuas?

Types Of Chihuahuas: From Short-Haired to Apple-Headed!

• Short-Hair Chihuahuas.
• Long-Hair Chihuahuas.
• Apple Head Chihuahuas.
• Deer Head Chihuahuas.
• Teacup Chihuahuas.
• Pear-Headed Chihuahuas.
• Color-Named Chihuahuas (such as fawn Chihuahuas)

What is an Apple Dome Chihuahua?

Apple head Chihuahuas have a broad, rounded head, similar to—you guessed it—an apple. Their eyes appear to be quite large and they often protrude from their head due to the dome-like shape of their skull. They have a short snout that meets the head at a 90-degree angle.

What type of head does my Chihuahua have?

The American Kennel Club describes the standard Chihuahua as having a “well rounded apple dome skull”, so owners who want to register their dogs for shows and competitions must have an apple head Chihuahua. If you’re just looking for a companion, however, a deer head Chihuahua is still a Chihuahua.

How often does a Chihuahua need a bath?

The Chihuahua does require regular bathing and brushing. This self-confident little dog can be bathed as frequently as every week up to no longer than 6 weeks, depending on lifestyle and activity level. Somewhere in between is a happy medium.