Chihuahua! Of course, who wouldn't? Good boyfriend Ryan Reynolds is seen here looking after Scarlett's Chihuahua, Maggie.
Chihuahua Characteristics:
-These little guys have a big bark! But only at first, they quickly make friends
-They are very alert, smart and make perfect lap dogs.
-Not for young children, as they might get too roughly treated.
-They have a tendency to bite when frightened
-Must be carefully handled for thier first 6 months because of their moleras, a soft spot on thier skull
-Prone to epilepsy and seizure disorders
Chihuahua History:
-Thought to be decendents of a breed called Techichi, used in religious ceremonies by the Aztecs
- Named after the state of Chihuahua in Mexico where they were discovered in 1850
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