Chiweenie for Sale in the Philippines
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Chiweenie
Small · 5–12 lbs
Chihuahua
Bold · loyal · vocal
Dachshund
Stubborn · curious · scent-driven
The Chiweenie crosses the Chihuahua — the world's smallest and one of the most ancient dog breeds, descended from the Techichi of pre-Columbian Mexico — with the Dachshund, the 17th-century German badger-hunting hound with its distinctive elongated body. The combination became popular in North America in the early 2000s as breeders sought compact, low-shedding companions that retained the big personality of both parent breeds.
The Chiweenie is a bold, spirited small dog packing an oversized personality into a tiny frame — very vocal (68–90/100 barking), stubborn (60–82/100), and fiercely loyal to its person. Low grooming needs and minimal exercise requirements make it apartment-suitable, but early training is essential to manage barking and the independent streak inherited from both parents.
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Chiweenie Buyer's Guide
Common questions answered before you buy
A Chiweenie is a cross between a Chihuahua (Bold · loyal · vocal) and a Dachshund (Stubborn · curious · scent-driven). The goal of this cross is to combine the best traits of both parents — but it's important to understand that results vary significantly from puppy to puppy, even within the same litter.
No dog is truly hypoallergenic — all dogs produce dander, saliva, and urine proteins that trigger allergies. However, the Chiweenie is a low-shedding breed that produces less loose hair and dander than most dogs. People with mild dog allergies often tolerate them well. If allergies are a concern, spend time with the specific puppy before committing — individual reactions vary.
Chiweenies typically weigh between 5–12 lbs. However, size can vary significantly depending on which parent the puppy takes after and the generation (F1, F1B, etc.). A smaller parent — particularly if one parent is a Miniature or Toy variant — will produce smaller offspring. Always ask breeders about the parent sizes, not just the breed average.
Mixed results. The Chiweenie trainability range of 42–65/100 means some puppies are highly trainable while others are considerably more stubborn. Don't assume a mixed breed is automatically easier to train than a purebred — it depends heavily on which parent traits dominate.
The Chiweenie typically lives 12–16 years. Hybrid dogs often benefit from "hybrid vigour" — a tendency for mixed breeds to be healthier than either purebred parent. However, they can still inherit health conditions from either parent line. Ask breeders about health testing on both parents (hips, eyes, heart, depending on the parent breeds), and schedule annual vet check-ups throughout your dog's life.
Yes — the Chiweenie is generally apartment-adaptable as long as their exercise needs are met. Daily walks and interactive play sessions (around 30 minutes of light-to-moderate exercise daily) are sufficient to keep them calm indoors. Mental stimulation — puzzle toys, training sessions — is equally important for this intelligent cross.