Chihuahua
VS
Russkiy Toy
Chihuahua vs Russkiy Toy
Compare Chihuahua and Russkiy Toy side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Chihuahua
Russkiy Toy
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
15 – 25 cm
22 – 27 cm
Weight
1 – 3 kg
2 – 3 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 18 years
11 – 12 years
Child friendly
2/5
3/5
Energy level
3/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming needs
2/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
2/5
Barking level
5/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Chihuahua
Low grooming
Tiny
Russkiy Toy
Tiny
Summary
About Chihuahua
The Chihuahua is a tiny yet sturdy companion dog, usually 1.5–3 kg with an apple-shaped head and large eyes. Found in smooth or long coats in many colors, it is devoted, alert, and bold. It needs daily walks, training, close companionship, and good health and dental care to thrive.
About Russkiy Toy
Tiny, elegant toy breed (1–3 kg, 20–28 cm) with smooth or long coat. Lively, athletic, and strongly attached to family, often choosing a favorite person. Alert and vocal, suited to gentle, consistent training and moderate exercise, but physically delicate and needs careful handling.
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