Dog breed

Mexican lapdog

Origin: Mexico

Also known as: Mexican lap-dog, Mexican lap dog

The Mexican lapdog, also known as the Ytzcuinte potzotli, is an extinct breed of lap dog originating in Mexico. Noted for its small size, it was the smallest known dog breed. Another Mexican breed, the chihuahua, is the smallest breed still in existence.

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Sources & references

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mexican_lapdog
http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q133854503

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