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Smooth Coat Chihuahua breeders

The Smooth Coat Chihuahua is one of two Chihuahua varieties recognised by The Royal Kennel Club, which places it in the Toy group.

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In England you need a dog breeding licence from your council if you breed three or more litters in 12 months or breed and sell dogs as a business, and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland have their own schemes. Licensed breeders show their licence number and issuing council on every advert. Puppies must be at least eight weeks old before they go to new homes.

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About the Smooth Coat Chihuahua

The Smooth Coat Chihuahua is one of two Chihuahua varieties recognised by The Royal Kennel Club, which places it in the Toy group. The breed is named after the Mexican state of Chihuahua; the RKC breed page says it became fashionable there in the late 19th century before its popularity spread to America, and describes it as the smallest breed in the world. The smooth and Long Coat Chihuahua are built to the same pattern and differ only in coat, but the RKC lists them as separate breeds, each with its own standard.

Size and build. The breed standard asks for a small, dainty, compact dog with a rounded "apple dome" skull, a moderately short muzzle that tapers slightly, large round eyes that should not bulge, and large ears held at an angle. Weight should not exceed 2.7 kg (6 lb), and 1.8 to 2.7 kg is preferred. The body is a little longer than the dog is tall, and the tail is carried up and over the back in a sickle curve.

Coat and grooming. The smooth coat is soft, close-lying and glossy. The RKC suggests grooming about once a week and notes that the breed sheds. Any colour or mix of colours is allowed except merle (dapple), which the standard rules out and the RKC will not register.

Exercise and home. On RKC figures an adult needs up to 30 minutes of exercise a day, and the breed can live in a flat, in town or country, with a small or medium garden.

Temperament and suitability. The standard describes a spirited, intelligent dog that should be neither snappy nor withdrawn, and the RKC sums the breed up as outgoing and confident, with a large personality for its size. The RKC gives a lifespan of over 12 years, so a puppy is a long commitment. If you want a pet, see our guide to companion and family dogs; if you hope to exhibit, read about show dogs. You can also browse Smooth Coat Chihuahua puppies and stud dogs.

Smooth Coat Chihuahua health tests

The RKC lists two best practice health checks for the Smooth Coat Chihuahua. The first is a clinical eye examination under the BVA/KC/ISDS Eye Scheme, carried out by a BVA-appointed eye panellist; the RKC eye scheme guidance advises examining breeding dogs within the 12 months before a mating. The second is new. In August 2026 the RKC recognised breathing assessment for brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome (BOAS) under the Respiratory Function Grading scheme, and says the test will be added to its Health Standard and Find a Puppy from January 2027. The scheme, run with the University of Cambridge, grades dogs from 0 to 3 after a short exercise test; dogs can be assessed from 12 months and should be regraded every two years while they are bred from. The RKC does not currently offer a breed-specific DNA testing package for the breed.

The breed is in Breed Watch Category 2. The points of concern for show judges are incorrect bite or teeth (including retained puppy teeth and missing or misplaced teeth), wry jaw, and an excessively short muzzle. The RKC will not register merle puppies, or puppies from a merle parent, because of the risk to hearing and sight.

Choosing a Smooth Coat Chihuahua breeder

A good Smooth Coat Chihuahua breeder will show you current eye examination certificates for both parents and, as the new scheme beds in, their breathing grades under Respiratory Function Grading. You can check results recorded against RKC-registered dogs on the Health Test Results Finder. Ask for the coefficient of inbreeding for the litter and how it compares with the breed average on the RKC inbreeding calculators. Merle puppies cannot be registered with the RKC, so be cautious of adverts that promote merle or "rare" colours. Under the licence conditions, licensed breeders in England must show puppies with their mother and must not sell them before eight weeks, and by that age every puppy must be microchipped and registered. In England, anyone who breeds three or more litters in any 12-month period and sells any of the puppies, or runs a business that breeds and advertises dogs for sale, needs a council licence and must display the licence number in every advert. Our buyer safety guide explains how to handle deposits and avoid scams.

  • Can I see both parents' current BVA/KC/ISDS eye certificates, and have they been graded under the Respiratory Function Grading scheme?
  • What is the coefficient of inbreeding for this litter, and how does it compare with the breed average?
  • Can I see the puppies with their mother, and meet the father if he lives with you?
  • Will the puppy be RKC registered, and will any endorsements be placed on the registration?
  • Will the puppy be microchipped, vaccinated and wormed before it leaves, and will you take it back if my circumstances change?

Smooth Coat Chihuahua questions

How big does a Smooth Coat Chihuahua get?

The Royal Kennel Club breed standard says weight should not exceed 2.7 kg (6 lb), with 1.8 to 2.7 kg preferred. The RKC lists its size as small and gives a lifespan of over 12 years.

What is the difference between a Smooth Coat and a Long Coat Chihuahua?

Only the coat. The two share the same build but are listed by the RKC as separate breeds with their own standards. Two Smooth Coat parents can produce Long Coat puppies, and the RKC says these must be registered by post on a litter application form rather than online.

What health tests should Smooth Coat Chihuahua parents have?

The RKC lists an eye examination under the BVA/KC/ISDS Eye Scheme and, since August 2026, breathing assessment for BOAS under the Respiratory Function Grading scheme as best practice. The breathing test is due to join the RKC Health Standard in January 2027. The RKC does not currently offer a breed-specific DNA testing package for the breed.

Can a Chihuahua be merle?

The breed standard treats merle (dapple) as unacceptable, and the RKC will not register merle puppies or puppies from a merle parent, citing the risk of hearing and sight problems. Be wary of adverts that market merle Chihuahuas as rare.

More for Smooth Coat Chihuahua owners and breeders

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