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A chocolate-brown Chihuahua sleeps curled on a woven rug while a chestnut horse rests his muzzle near her. 27 / 36

The Smallest Dog on the Farm Curled Up Beside the Biggest Friend

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A woven farmhouse rug lies on the grass, and a tiny chocolate-brown Chihuahua has curled into a neat circle right in the middle of it. A big chestnut horse lies next to the rug and lowers his muzzle until it is just a breath away from her. His eyes are soft, and a wooden fence and a few pots wait in the background. The Chihuahua is Cocoa and the horse is Copper. The rug looks like a tiny island, and the Chihuahua sleeps as if she owns it.

Chihuahuas are the smallest dog breed, and they are famous for their big personalities. They tend to be loyal to one special person and may be wary of strangers. Their small bodies lose heat quickly, so they often love to burrow in blankets and curl up in warm spots. Many Chihuahuas also enjoy a bit of sun on a gentle day.

A size difference this large calls for gentle manners. Large animals can hurt small ones by accident, so supervised, calm meetings are best. If your small dog meets a big one, keep the greeting short, don't pick her up in the middle of it, and watch her body language. Your vet can offer tips for socializing a tiny dog safely.

Cocoa looks completely at ease, and Copper seems to know exactly how careful to be. It is a very tender picture. It is hard to imagine a gentler friendship.

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