As the modern version of these dogs grew in popularity with American tourists who brought them home to the United States, the breed eventually was given the name “Chihuahua,” after the region where it originated. (3/15) by Judy Powell December 31, 2020, 4:40 pm Judy Powell 0 Previous 3/15 Next View full list See more Previous article Remains of ancient Aztec Techichi dogs were discovered in Casas Grandes in the Mexican state of Chihuahua in the mid-19th century. Next article Techichi dogs were a normal part of Mayan culture, although they were used mostly as a food source and hunting companion, rather than a pet. Leave a Reply Cancel replyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Comment * Name * Email * Website Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.