Brindle chihuahuas-Everything You Need To Know

What is a brindle chihuahua?

Brindle chihuahuas are not a type or a variety of chihuahuas. They are called so because of the color of their coats. People also describe the brindle chihuahuas’ coat as “striped” “blotchy” or “streaked”. The appearance of a brindle chihuahua may be heavy or light. It depends on the dark stripes on brindle coats. A heavy brindle will result in a dark appearance, while a light brindle will have a less dark appearance.

You might be asking if brindle chihuahuas are rare, no they are not very rare but it is not easy to come across one in the market.

How brindle is produced?

Brindle is the result of a complicated gene process and it is considered technical as a form of mosaicism. In which some cells express one allele (kB) and some express the other(kY). tortoiseshell cats are an example. For this technical reason, it is so hard to do tests that can predict brindle appearance. This is why there are no commercial tests.

The temperament of a Brindle chihuahua

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In general, The color of a chihuahua will never have any impact on its temperament of a chihuahua.

Chihuahuas including brindle chihuahuas are small pets with big personalities. They are loving, loyal, and crave attention from their owners.

Brindle chihuahuas can’t bear the presence of children around or other pets. However, the right socialization at an early age can help your dog to be tolerant of them.

Daily exercises are required for your brindle chihuahua, 20 minutes at least.

Chihuahuas tend to suffer from small dog syndrome, this is why you have to set yourself as the pack leader inside your house to avoid any misunderstanding from your dog.

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Grooming a Brindle Chihuahua

A brindle chihuahua can have long or short hair. Both will require grooming habits.

Just like any dog with a long coat, a brindle chihuahua will need regular brushing two or three times a week.

The short-haired brindle chihuahua will not require a lot of brushing. Therefore, you can brush your dog’s hair once in a while to maintain the coat and skin healthy.

Cleaning and checking your chihuahua’s ears regularly is a must. You have to check them for any wax buildup, debris, and excess moisture. This way you will avoid any type of infection. Also, you have to trim the dog’s nails whenever you hear them cracking on the floor.

If you are lucky enough to get a rare brindle chihuahua please make sure to keep that magical dark coat as healthy and adorable as possible.

Is a Blindle Chihuahua The Right Option for Me?

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Chihuahuas in general are suitable for the elderly and families without children. The color here doesn’t have any role here. Owning a brindle chihuahua is just like owning any other chihuahua regardless of her/his color.

Before buying a brindle chihuahua puppy make sure to buy from a reputable breeder who can give you the puppy’s health certificate to make sure that your puppy is in a good condition.

Brindle chihuahua price

Unfortunately, there are some breeders who will try to sell you a brindle chihuahua at a high price. You should know that there is no reason to pay more than the normal price of chihuahuas. The price must be something between $500 to $700.

Brindle chihuahua health issues

There are some genetic health issues that are out of control, and your brindle chihuahua can face one of them even if your dog follows a super healthy lifestyle. Here are some health issues that chihuahuas, in general, tend to suffer from:

You should remember that chihuahuas have one of the longest lifespans among dog breeds, a chihuahua can live up to 20 years. Following regular checkups and healthy breeding practices can help avoid some health issues.

Are brindle chihuahuas healthier?

In fact, Brindle coats are the result of a genetic mutation. But, this mating doesn’t have any bad impact on the dog’s health in any distinguished way.

Are brindle chihuahuas aggressive?

Chihuahuas in general and regardless of their coat color have the tendency to be aggressive and don’t get along with strangers, other pets, and children. Color has nothing to do with their behaviors toward others. However, as mentioned earlier, the right training and socialization can help your dog to accept her/his environment.

Brindle Chihuahua Names

Here is a list of names we suggest for your little brindle chihuahua:

Luna
Lucy
Max
Mini Cooper
Daisy
Max
Brinda
Charlie.

Additional facts about Brindle chihuahua

There are other animals that can also be brindle like horses, pigs, and cows.
“Trindle” is referred to when the dog has three colors. in chihuahuas this color is often white.
Brindle can be integrated with merle chihuahuas.