Chipit

15-30 lbs
12-16"
United States
Chihuahua
American Pit Bull Terrier
Mexican Bulldog, Pithuahua

The Chipit is an unusual mix of the Chihuahua and the American Pit Bull Terrier. They can range from small to medium at about 12 to 18 inches tall and 15 to 35 pounds. Because the Chihuahua is a small dog and the American Pit Bull Terrier is a medium-sized dog, their size can range quite a bit. The size that your new furry addition becomes will depend on the dominant parental genes. Chipits can come in just about any color and may have short or long hair, depending on the coat of the Chihuahua because they come in short and long hair varieties. They are friendly dogs who like older children and pets but need to be socialized as puppies so they can get along with other animals.

purpose Purpose
Companion
history Date of Origin
2003
ancestry Ancestry
Chihuahua, American Pit Bull Terrier

Chipit Health

Average Size
Male Chipit size stats
Height: 14-18 inches Weight: 20-35 lbs
Female Chipit size stats
Height: 12-16 inches Weight: 15-30 lbs
Major Concerns
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Color Dilution Alopecia
Minor Concerns
  • Cataracts
  • Brachycephalic Syndrome
  • Spina Bifida
Occasional Tests
  • Eye
  • Hip
  • Blood
  • Spine
  • X-Rays
  • Physical Examination

Chipit Breed History

The Chihuahua has a few different histories depending on who you ask. Some believe that the Chihuahua originated with the Aztecs who sacrificed them in ceremonial practices and buried them with their relatives when they passed away. This was supposedly done to help guide the dead into the afterlife. Another story claims that the Chihuahua was brought to the New World by traders in the 1500s. Yet another theory is that this breed is descendent from a native dog called the Techichi, which was a small dog in Central and South America. According to legend, the Aztecs and Toltecs may have used the Chihuahua for food, although this is not proven. The most common belief is that the Chihuahua was discovered in Mexico in a small town called Chihuahua, which is where they got their name. The American Kennel Club (AKC) first registered the Chihuahua in 1904.  The American Pit Bull Terrier is a mix of Bulldogs and Terriers that originated in the 19th century in the United Kingdom. They were originally bred to be used as bull baiters and for dog fighting until these sports were outlawed in 1835. After that, these dogs were mainly used for hunting rats and other vermin. The American Pit Bull Terrier was bred to be gentle with humans so they were easy to handle during dog fights. Sadly, their past reputation follows them today. This breed was officially recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1936. The Chipit is a feisty pup that brings out the best of both parents.

Chipit Breed Appearance

The Chipit may have either long or short hair, depending on the type of Chihuahua parent and which genes are dominant. If the hair is short, the coat will be hard and close to the body. Long haired versions usually have a rough undercoat. The coat may be tan, brown, merle, brindle, chocolate, gray, gold, white, black, or any combination of those colors. This breed varies in size due to the size variations of the parent breeds. They are most often about 12 to 18 inches tall and can weigh about 15 to 35 pounds. The Chipit has a broad back, muscular body, strong legs, big ears, and a small head.

Eye Color Possibilities
brown Chipit eyes
Brown
amber Chipit eyes
Amber
Nose Color Possibilities
black Chipit nose
Black
brown Chipit nose
Brown
Coat Color Possibilities
white Chipit coat
White
white Chipit coat
White
fawn Chipit coat
Fawn
brown Chipit coat
Brown
brindle Chipit coat
Brindle
gray Chipit coat
Gray
Coat Length
coat
Short Medium Long
Coat Density
coat density
pin
Sparse Normal Dense
Coat Texture
coat texture
Chipit straight coat texture
Straight Wiry Wavy Curly Corded

Chipit Breed Maintenance

If your Chipit has a short coat, maintenance is easy but you must brush your companion often to prevent excessive shedding. Daily brushing with a soft bristle brush is recommended. For long hair, you should brush your dog with a stiff bristle brush and comb three or four times a week. You can bathe them when needed but do not shampoo too often or their skin will become dry. In addition, you should clean their ears with a soft cloth or cotton ball once a week and check for wax buildup and signs of infection or ear mites. Trim their nails when needed and brush their teeth a few times a week.

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Brushes for Chipit
Pin Brush
Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Comb
Nail Clipper
Nail Clipper
Brushing Frequency
fur daily fur weekly fur monthly
Chipit requires daily brushing
Daily Weekly Monthly

Chipit Temperament

Your Chipit is a very family-oriented dog and will love nothing more than to hang out with you. In fact, they do not like to be alone and can become anxious and depressed if left on their own too long. Behavior problems can ensue if they are lonely as well. They are friendly with older children and pets but should be socialized as puppies to prevent issues with other animals. They can be bullies at times and will pick fights with much larger dogs if they believe their family is in danger. Training the clever Chipit is somewhat easy, but you have to be consistent with the rules and promote positive reinforcement.

Chipit Activity Requirements

The Chipit has a lot of energy and needs at least 60 minutes of strenuous activity per day. This breed loves to play fetch and run around the yard. They are also talented at agility training. If you have a securely fenced-in yard, letting your Chipit play and run outside for a few hours a day while you garden will prevent boredom. Behavior problems can begin if your dog has too much idle time or has excess energy to burn. Try going for a hike in the park or take your dog for a long walk around the neighborhood.

Activity Level
low activity medium activity high activity
Low Medium High
Rec. Walk Mileage Per Week
10 miles
walk mileage
Minutes of Activity Per Day
60 minutes
activity minutes

Chipit Food Consumption

Cups Per Day
2 cups
cup per day cost cup per day cost
Daily Cost
$1.20 - $1.40
food bowls daily cost
Monthly Cost
$34.00 - $45.00
food bag monthly cost

Chipit Height & Weight

6 Months
Male Chipit size stats at six months
Height: 10.0 inches Weight: 12.0 lbs
Female Chipit size stats at six months
Height: 8.0 inches Weight: 10.0 lbs
12 Months
Male Chipit size stats at 12 months
Height: 12.0 inches Weight: 18.0 lbs
Female Chipit size stats at 12 months
Height: 10.0 inches Weight: 16.0 lbs
18 Months
Male Chipit size stats at 18 months
Height: 16.0 inches Weight: 30.0 lbs
Female Chipit size stats at 18 months
Height: 14.0 inches Weight: 25.0 lbs

Chipit Owner Experiences

Emerald
4 Years
2 People
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We nicknamed her “needy” because she always loves attention. She requires a lot of exercise but we rigged up a cat laser pointer that goes off every hour that keeps her Highly entertained. She’s precious, quiet, cuddly, shares food well with her sibling and guest animals, gets along with cats, protects kids, is a genuine delight. She does however seem fully bonded like most pits are to one parent, which isn’t great for every household. Would recommend for small families and to protect little kids/play nicely.
1 week ago
Bowman
12 Years
3 People
Apartment
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Tug-of-war
Play keep away
Hike
Dog Parks
Bowman was such a wonderful dog that after 12 years we had to find out what he was. I always had an inkling he was chipitt and sure enough through embark he was! Bowman honestly has been the perfect dog. Size wise, although sheds lol. He is very smart… was extremely easy to train off leash, listens to commands and even waits for me to leave the house and waits for his comand lol what a gentleman! He is very attached to me yet loyal and playful with my teen boys. He’s very protective of us, watches my back and warns me of danger. He has never bit anyone but will let me know of danger. He does get along with other dogs (dog park frequently) and people but will sense if something is off. Bowman’s heath has been good although suffers from a heart murmur that is affecting him as a senior. Very chill, smart and loving dog and our protector when he needs to be. Love him.
3 months, 1 week ago
Bowman
12 Years
3 People
Apartment
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Tug-of-war
Play keep away
Hike
Dog Parks
Bowman was such a wonderful dog that after 12 years we had to find out what he was. I always had an inkling he was chipitt and sure enough through embark he was! Bowman honestly has been the perfect dog. Size wise, although sheds lol. He is very smart… was extremely easy to train off leash, listens to commands and even waits for me to leave the house and waits for his comand lol what a gentleman! He is very attached to me yet loyal and playful with my teen boys. He’s very protective of us, watches my back and warns me of danger. He has never bit anyone but will let me know of danger. He does get along with other dogs (dog park frequently) and people but will sense if something is off. Bowman’s heath has been good although suffers from a heart murmur that is affecting him as a senior. Very chill, smart and loving dog and our protector when he needs to be. Love him.
3 months, 1 week ago
Pittie
1 Year
1 People
House & Yard
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
We love to go outside and play and take walks
I was not too sure about the breed at first. But Pittie is so loving and affectionate. She is a pure joy!!!
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Coco
6 Weeks
3 People
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Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Walk
I love i, he is soooo sweet and fun
11 months, 3 weeks ago
Sadie Mae
4 Years
3 People
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Energy
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Sadie Mae has been one of my most loyal and loving sidekick. She wants to do whatever it is that I'm doing. Sadie is patient and kind; she is so attuned to my moods and well-being. When it comes to training, Sadie has been one of the easiest. She is quick to learn and is very eager to please me. Overall, Sadie Mae has remained in good health and shows no signs of chronic joint pains. My Chipit is the best friend anyone would want in a pet.
2 years, 10 months ago
Lola
10 Years
3 People
House & Yard
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Playing in the snow
Tug-of-war
training
Hide & Seek
snuggling
Walking
Lola was adopted from a local animal shelter when she was 2.5 months old she was there with her mother and siblings hiding in the corner we took her home in early December as a Christmas present for me when i was 7 the moment my dad and her walked through the door she ran around the apartment and started rolling on the carpet while i rubbed her belly and shes has always been very energetic shes like a 10 year old puppy and she loves belly rubs and treats very much and she likes nursing her stuffed favorite stuffed animal shes never growled or bit anyone and everyone loves her she was owner trained to be a service dog for my mental disabilities and retired when she was 8 she has arthritis and i massage her every night for an hour and i have to stop her from running and getting up too fast or she will hurt herself and when ever i cry or have a mental break down right before it starts she comes into my room jumps on my bed and starts licking my tears shes the best dog ive ever had and she loves small animals she treats them like they are her child and when we rescued a rabbit she would clean the rabbits fur and the rabbit thought lola was her mother and my cats love her and will even go up to her and start licking her fur every year for her birthday we invite her dog friends, our neighbors, and our family and we have a huge party for her because everyone loves her shes truly an angel sent from Hecate and she loves burrowing under blankets and acting tough in front of the mail man until we open the door so he can pet her then she rolls on her back shes truly the best dog you could ask for and when she dies i dont know what to do with my life
3 years, 1 month ago
Marina
2 Years
2 People
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We rescued our Chipit Marina 3 months ago and have been loving her ever since. She is the sweetest girl and will follow us everywhere. She does not like to let us out of her sight. Because she is already 2, training has been slow going, but she is doing much better with leash walking. Crate training, not so much. She is very food-oriented, so that helps with the training. Marina is very protective of me, specifically around men she doesn't know. She loves my husband to pieces too and I swear her tail is about to fall off every night when he gets home from work. She does shed a bit, but nothing a vacuuming weekly won't take care of. We found she is terrified of loud noises (fireworks, thunder), but that seems common of every dog I've had. Marina just wants someone petting her and being near her and we happily oblige. Great dog!!
3 years, 2 months ago
Mocha
8 months
4 People
House & Yard
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Playing tug of war
Such an amazing dog, her breed is so different and I love how this crossbreed is the best of both worlds.
6 years, 11 months ago
Athena Rose
12 Weeks
4 People
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I love my sweet, unique Chipit. She is loving, cuddly and alot of fun. She has been the missing piece to our fur baby family!
6 years, 6 months ago
Teddy
2 Years
5 People
Apartment
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Fetch
Tug-of-war
He is sometimes aggressive towards other dogs. He was potty trained very easily. He knows a couple of tricks like sit,jump,stay,stop, and go.I would say that he really loves to play a little rough if you let him. If you tell him no he understands. He is also good with children, unless you bother him a lot.
6 years, 4 months ago
Princess
1 Year
2 People
House & Yard
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Playing outside
Napping
Tug-of-war
Walks
Running
My chipit is a great dog they have such great personalities and are a ball of energy sweet and loveable loves to chew everything she comes to though lol
6 years, 2 months ago
Lady B
4 Years
4 People
Apartment
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Walking
Napping
Hiking
Sleeping
Tug-of-war
Fetch
Cuddling
Socializing with other dogs
Running
I recently took in a chipit: black and white Pit coat/body features with Chihuahua tail, legs, ears, and face. She's had babies before and is 4 years old. Sweetest dog ever. Friendly with other dogs, people, even rambunctious children. She loves any attention she can get. She is stubborn at times with training and we are working on getting her not to jump on people/get in thsir face when all eyes aren't on her. Overall wonderful breed though. I absolutely love her.
6 years, 2 months ago
Dogi
2 Months
5 People
Apartment
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Fetch
He's aggressive Chews alot
5 years, 7 months ago
Neyo-Mya (Nehemiah)
7 Weeks
2 People
Apartment
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Cuddling
Surprised! Our Female Bully, Karmel, was bred with my daughter's American Blue Mix Pit. To our surprise, a neighbor's Chihuahua possibly got ahold of her as well while playing in a field. Neyo-Mya's dainty size gives us reason to believe he's a beautiful little Brindle bundle of joy! Being her only survivor he's a blessing as well!
5 years, 5 months ago
Diamond
6 Weeks
2 People
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I just got her yesterday but I'm just so in love with her personality and she's just as sweet as she can be but yet she's a lil diva.
5 years, 4 months ago
Duke & Daisy
4 Months
3 People
House
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
They are adorable and have a lot of energy
5 years, 3 months ago
Roscoe
8 Weeks
3 People
House & Yard
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
chewing
Tug-of-war
playing with other dogs
My little guy is the love of my life! He is insanely energetic but loves to take long naps. Will chew EVERYTHING AND ANYTHING. His little razor sharp teeth hurt like hell but he understands when you say no or ouch. Potty training is going pretty well but accidents are still happening. Loves attention and playing rough but will let me hold him down for kisses whenever I want. 10/10 best boy ever
4 years, 9 months ago
Cas
4 Years
2 People
House & Yard
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Chase
Tug-of-war
Play
Run
I’ve had my brindle baby since she was six weeks and met her parents. She somehow taught herself all of the tricks she knows and is surprisingly smart for a chipit. She doesn't get along with other dogs too well because she gets jealous but adores being around people. I know its annoying at first but she did outgrow her “chew everything” phase right when she turned 2 and only chewed what she was supposed to. Shes really energetic and very easy to maintain and get along with.
4 years, 7 months ago
Noki
1 Year
2 People
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Friendliness
Energy
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Walk
We rescued him at a year and he is the most loving and friendly dog. He has quite a lot of energy and little special awareness. He landed on my head as I was writing this
4 years, 5 months ago
Luna
1 Year
2 People
House
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Fetch
rescue. she is a love. she is also deaf so we are learning hand signals to train.
4 years, 2 months ago
Jack
10 Weeks
4 People
House & Yard
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Fetch
Tug-of-war
Napping,
Hes a clingy ball of energy & dumbassery. Hes one of the sweetest dogs ive ever met. Sharp teeth & he loves to wale me up by buting onto my piercings
4 years, 2 months ago
Shortty
1 Year
2 People
House & Yard
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Snuggles
Fetch
Walks
Dog Parks
Highly affectionate, but EXTREMELY protective of female owner, even from my boyfriend. He growls when my bf gives me a kiss goodbye. Very cuddly and snuggly, but has severe separation anxiety and chews up my comforter and clothes and his beds while I’m at work. But he’s the best dog I could’ve ever gotten and I never regret getting him.
4 years ago
Zazu
8 Weeks
2 People
House & Yard
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Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
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He is a chewer and he took to me very quick he don't like anyone getting between us
4 years ago
Salem 💙
18 Months
3 People
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He sleeps/snuggles and follows everywhere! Loves his Doxle 'brother' (Hadebear) they play, walk, chase and hang on whatever furniture we all do! They adore the grandkids and he's highly intelligent💙 Would have a houseful if we could!
3 years, 11 months ago
Reese
7 Months
6 People
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He is one of the best dogs I’ve had. I love him like he’s a human lol.
3 years, 10 months ago
Burrito
2 Years
1 People
Apartment
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Fetch
cuddle
Walk
Nap
Burrito is hands down the BEST boy I’ve ever had. He listens so well, is extremely easy to train, and is super friendly with new people and all sizes of animals. I own a senior beagle and a GSD as well and he helps me corral them and teach them manners.
3 years, 9 months ago
Lexy
1 Month
4 People
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She is out first and so smart ...here Belize
3 years, 9 months ago
Jewel
4 Months
3 People
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Friendliness
Energy
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Pastimes
Play
She cried when we first got her but then she came around and started to like us
3 years, 8 months ago
Chip
1 Year
3 People
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He’s the sweetest little guy and gives a lot of kisses
3 years, 8 months ago
Daisy
5 Months
8 People
House & Yard
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Chasing ball
Playing with toys
I love daisy. She is the best companion that a girl could ever ask for.
3 years, 5 months ago
Paris, Prince, Petunia and Polly
14 Months
2 People
House & Yard
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Friendliness
Energy
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Everything
My favorite dogs ever!
3 years, 8 months ago
Niko
4 Years
2 People
House & Yard
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Jogging
Playing catch
I love my Niko. She's been a great companion
3 years, 6 months ago
Bird
3 Years
3 People
House & Yard
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Friendliness
Energy
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Bird is with me 24/7. He will stay close to me at all times. He will protect anyone especially his family and is fully capable of making any man or beast fight for their life.bird is my best friend and I will protect him with my life. Thank you God for giving me my love bird.
3 years, 3 months ago
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5 month Chipit who nips all the time , when discipline d will BITE

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What should I breed my Chipit With ?

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If breeding, please ensure you have suitable homes in mind beforehand. It is also advisable that you only breed from parents that are healthy and friendly. Chipins are popular and you may find most interest if you need with another Chipin. Ideally, find a male that is the same size or smaller.
3 years, 7 months ago
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