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Tiny Chihuahuas Hold a Big Surprise: A Sliver of Coyote DNA

Tiny Chihuahuas Hold a Big Surprise: A Sliver of Coyote DNA
New York Times Thursday 05 November 2026, 10:02 UTC By Franz Lidz 1 min read
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Contemporary Chihuahuas are descended from the Techichi, a small, barkless companion animal domesticated by the Toltec civilization.

Contemporary Chihuahuas are descended from the Techichi, a small, barkless companion animal domesticated by the Toltec civilization.
Techichi (ORG) Toltec (ORG)
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