The Aztecs domesticated dogs to keep as pets and the ‘itzcuintli’ – a relative of the chihuahua was popular. They did however eat dog for feasts and special occasions. Mexican archaeologists said the site in the Mexico City borough of Aztacapozalco is ‘exceptional.

The ancestors of the Chihuahua were originally bred for various purposes, such as companionship, religious ceremonies & rituals and food. However, modern Chihuahuas are bred for only companionship today.

But they do. Some of the same breeds we consider man’s best friend in England – labradors, beagles, chihuahuas – are eaten in South Korea. More than 30 million dogs are slaughtered each year for the Asian market and served up in dishes like dog salad and dog stew.

Queso chihuahua: A firmer cheese than either of the above, chihuahua is made to melt smoothly and evenly. Pale yellow in color, its flavor can range from very mild, in between mozzarella and jack, to stronger, like a medium cheddar, depending on how long it’s been aged.

Foods Your Chihuahua Shouldn’t Eat

• Alcohol. Alcohol (ethanol) is highly toxic to dogs.
• Caffeine. Coffee is one of the world’s most popular beverages, with roughly 83% of the United States adult population consuming it on a daily basis.
• Chocolate.
• Some Fruit Seeds, Pits and Cores.
• Garlic.
• Grapes and Raisins.
• Hops.
• Onions.

Yes, dogs can eat bananas. In moderation, bananas are a great low-calorie treat for dogs. They’re high in potassium, vitamins, biotin, fiber, and copper. They are low in cholesterol and sodium, but because of their high sugar content, bananas should be given as a treat, not part of your dog’s main diet.

Toxicity. Raisins and grapes are both toxic to your Chihuahua, though according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals exactly what is in them that makes them toxic isn’t certain. Even a few grapes or raisins are enough to kill a tiny dog like a Chihuahua.

Yes, dogs can eat yogurt, but that doesn’t necessarily mean that they should. While yogurt is not toxic to dogs, because it contains lactose, many canines will have trouble digesting it.

A good general guideline is that a healthy dog should drink between ½ and 1 ounce of water per pound of body weight each day.

Adult Chihuahuas should be eating two to three meals per day at minimum, so you can divide the suggested food amount by two. If your Chihuahua suffers from hypoglycemia or other food-related health issues, you may need to break the feeding times into even more meals.

Their diet needs to be completely nutritionally balanced for their age and weight. This ideal food then needs to be portioned correctly and given within three meals a day that has been appropriately spaced out. An adult Chihuahua should eat between 4-10oz a day, depending on their ideal body weight.

Wet food is a great way to give your dog a hydration boost, while dry food is excellent for keeping their dental health in check. As wet and dry dog foods have many differing benefits, another option to consider is to feed a mixture of both to give your dog a well-rounded diet that targets all kinds of needs.

A Chihuahua will finish growing around nine months of age. They may continue to gain a little weight from 10 months old to 1 year old, but this weight should not be significant. If your Chihuahua is older than nine months, they are likely at their full size or close to it.