Purchasing a "long-haired Chihuahua" for about $375 turned into a surprising disappointment when the growing dog was revealed to be a mix of entirely different breeds. The owner, left with photos ...

Still, a Chihuahua and German shepherd cross may carry a mix of traits from both breeds. Chihuahuas are easy to identify, thanks to their small size and big attitude. They can make excellent ...

Mixed-breed dogs have always been around ... This designer breed emerged in the 1990s when small companion dogs were all the ...