Sunday, December 25, 2011

Interview With Dedria Brunett, Miss California International 2012

Hey everyone!
It had been a while that I wanted to interview her. Wonder why? Well, that’s because of one thing: I really never met a girl like her. I mean, I think you know that I go to some beauty contests, and I’m really into this stuff, but I NEVER EVER found someone that really wanted something else than just win, get crowned, wear the tiara and say yeeeeeeeeeah I’m the hottest chick!. Of course, there are some girls that have their projects, that kind of want to do something. But what else? They don’t really do anything. And Dedria is different. If you just read below you understand why.

Dedria lived for two years in a shelter for children when she was a kid, and when she found a new family, they put everything she had in a trash bag for her to take it to her new house. That’s where the idea of her organization, Luggage of Love came from: she didn’t want other kids to go through the same thing.
So, here is the interview:

Gossip Caah: How many pageants did you win?
Dedria: I have won 3 pageants - Miss Teen Gold Coast International 2009, Miss Teen California International 2010 and Miss California International 2012.
Gossip Caah:  Why did you decide to be a beauty queen, and when was it?
Dedria: As I grew older I got taller. I was not very coordinated to play sports but I could walk really good in 6 inch heels. So one day I was at a restaurant and saw a flyer for a community service pageant. Because I really like to give back to the community and I love to volunteer I entered the pageant. And that is where I won my first title. It was in 2008 and I was 15. Because of the pageant I have started my own non-profit 501(c)3 organization that helps children in foster and shelter care. You see I use to be homeless and I lived on my own for a while. I use to eat out of garbage cans and sleep outside at times. One day the police picked me up from school and took me to a shelter for children. When I went on foster home visits all of my belongings were but into trash bags and that made me very sad because I knew what went in trash bags....garbage! So I started "Luggage of Love" in June of 2008 and it provides children in foster and shelter care with a new piece of luggage to put their personal belongings in when they move from place to place.
Gossip Caah: Do you want to take a carrer on any other thing but modeling?
Dedria: I do model on the side but most of my time is spent going to college and working with Luggage of Love. I speak a lot to large groups of 450+ people and I get paid for that. I talk about my past and inspire others to believe in themselves and know that anything is possible as long as you believe.
Gossip Caah: What about America's Next Top Model?
Dedria: America's Next Top Model is one of my favorite shows. It has been around for a while. I use to be very interested in going on it but now that I have my own non-profit I like focusing on helping others in need.
Gossip Caah: If a girl that weren't really pretty wanted to be a contestant, what should she do to increase her chances of winning?
Dedria: Anyone and everyone should do a pageant. It does not matter what you look like. Pageants give you confidence and teach you to carry yourself well. They help with interviewing as well as poise. Looks are not everything, it is what is inside that counts. Just because a person does not win the crown does not mean they are not a winner. As long as you grow and learn from the experience than you have won!
Gossip Caah: What are the must-haves for beauty queens?
Dedria: Beauty queens must have poise and grace. Confidence is key!Gossip Caah: What the girls should and should not do?
Dedria: I think that a beauty queen should be nice and thoughtful and not full of herself. They should be kind, caring, compassionate.
Gossip Caah: How is it like in the school? I mean, do your friends bother you because of the contests, and because you're prettier than them or they just say you're pretty and amazing and lovely?
Dedria: I think that everyone is beautiful, and no one person defines beauty. My friends are all beautiful in fact everyone I meet is beautiful. Sure there are some girls who hate me before talking to me but I would like to think after we talk and they find out I am not a mean person at all, I am down to earth, and they like me.
Gossip Caah: Do you have any hobbie? Which one?
My hobby is reading, I am what you call a nerd. I love learning and school.Gossip Caah: Which is your favorite book, song and movie?
Dedria: My favorite book is "The Clan of the Cave Bear" series by Jean M. Aeul, my favorite song is "The Remedy" by Jason Mraz and my favorite movie is "Matilda".

I hope her tips help you girls, who want to be beauty queens, and I hope from now on you get inspired by her, because I bet you don’t really know a lot of people like her.
Also, I’d like to ask you one thing: Do you really need those three Louis Vuitton bags you got for Christmas? You know, there are kids carrying their belongings on trash bags, so what about donating something to Luggage of Love? It won’t make any difference for you, but for them it will. Click here to help!
If you want to see Dedria’s appearances, click here!
If you want to book her to your event, click here!
















 



Xoxo, Gossip Caah :*

Sunday, December 11, 2011

The Pretty Reckless

Hey guys!
I have to tell you about the new band that I discovered, and loved, of course - otherwise I wouldn't want to tell you about it, right?
The Pretty Reckless! I'm just addicted to Make Me Wanna Die, the most famous single they released until, well, now.
The girl that sings is Taylor Momsen... And I have to tell you one thing: I LOVE HER HAIR!
Don't you think it looks amazing, even though it is kinda - I mean, totally - messy?
Xoxo, Gossip Caah :*

MAC's Giveaway - The Winners, Finally!

Hey guys!
Do you remember the blog contest I made on September, but didn't tell you who the winners were?
Well, today I'm gonna tell you!
Let's just remember the prizes:
#1: MAC's False Lashes Mascara


#2: Cutie MAC Eyeshadow x4
#3: Viva Glam GaGa Lipstick
Now, the winners!
#1: Kayla Prescott
She wrote a little poem for me! That was AWESOME, Kayla! Congrats!
#2: Pageant Girl
Even though I don't know your name (or is it really Pageant Girl? haha), I want you to try MAC! People, she told me she never had! It is time for it, don't ya think?
#3: Josh H.
Maybe that's because your girlfriend's gonna enjoy. Maybe that's because you said I'm fucking hot. I wonder.

To the ones who didn't win: don't cry, don't suicide, TRY AGAIN! More giveaways will come, just keep on checking Gossip Caah!
Xoxo, Gossip Caah :*

Happy BDay, Gossip Caah!

Hey everyone!
On Monday, December 5th, Gossip Caah turned 16.
Yeah yeah SWEET 16!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I got many many gifts, and many many happy bday wishes! And of course, there was a party... Well, if you didn't go, POOR YOU, it was AWESOME! WONDERFUL! AMAZING! STUNNING! Hahaha... I know it's oh-so-mean to brag about things such as parties, but it was my Sweet 16... It wasn't any other party like those around the pool (you drink a lot, kiss a lot, dance a lot, and the day after you can't remember most of it, just your hangover headache, haha), or like those when you invite two BFFs and watch a movie 'cause you feel like it (maybe you can dance naked after midnight in your backyard, too), or like those you go and don't even know who's throwing, 'cause a friend of a friend of they invited you... Not saying that that's not cool. I go to parties like this anytime people invite me, and believe me, they invite a lot. I guess people want cool girls like me in their parties so that everybody'll think that they're cool too. But I don't mind, of course (:
Now, I'm sure you're wondering what my party was like. Well, I can't tell you, you didn't go. HAHAHA, yeah, I'm showing the mean girl I have inside me!!
Have fun wondering that!
Xoxo, Gossip Caah :*

Sunday, September 25, 2011

MAC's Pushglass Lip Gloss - Gossip Caah's Review

Hi people!
Another Beauty Review for you!
This is MAC’s Pushglass:
  Plushglass
I have to say that there isn’t anything special in it. It’s just a lip gloss. It lasts a lot, about three hours, and some of them have really cool glitter. It has vanilla flavor, and hydrates a lot. But I think it looks way too simple. It definitely needs more glitter!! The colors are very nice, my favorites are Bountiful, I Heart U, Fulfilled and Girl Heart Boy. The one on the pic above is Bountiful.
What’s your favorite?
PS: MAC isn’t paying me for this. This is my own opinion.
Xoxo, Gossip Caah :*

Chanel's Lèvres Scintillantes Lip Gloss - Gossip Caah's Review

Hi people!
It's been a (long) while since my last Beauty Review, so today I'm showing you this amazing lip gloss.
 LÈVRES SCINTILLANTES - GLOSSIMER
It is one of the lip gloss with most glitter I’ve ever seen. I mean, lots, tons of glitter. But don’t think it looks way too slutty or shines out loud. You can wear it during the day. And there are some colors that don’t have much glitter. It gives a great shine to the lipstick, without that gross feeling of having something too sticky on the lips. Plus, it has an amazing smell. It may seem weird, but I always smell lip stuff before trying it. I mean, I don’t want something that smells - therefore tastes - bad on my lips!!
I noticed that it isn’t so totally long-lasting. Pink Teaser lasted about one hour on my lips, but I was talking a lot, and Constellation lasted about 20 minutes, but I was eating ice cream (:
My favorite colors are Pink Teaser, Futile, Constellation, Coral Love and Petit Pêche.
Have anyone tried this? Did you like it?
PS: Chanel isn't paying me for this. This is my own opinion.
Xoxo, Gossip Caah :*

Sunday, September 18, 2011

Heart Strawberry And More!


Hey people!
On Friday, I was at my geography class... My teacher was talking about fruits, then he turned on the computer and started to show us fruits that were heart shaped!! THEN HE SHOWED US A HEART STRAWBERRY!! I was like OMG this is the cutest thing I’ve ever seen!! So I just realized you NEED to see it…
The Strawberry…



















The cucumber…
And the square watermelon…
Won’t you say this is the cutest thing you’ve ever seen??
Xoxo, Gossip Caah :*

Shh, It's a Secret!

Hey cuties!
You might have read the post below, right? The one about Pretty Little Liars’ Opening Theme, that’s oh-so-cool. Yeah, I love it. Whatever… So, yesterday, I opened my email inbox (715 emails since Wednesday - can anyone be so requested??) and uh-oh whose is that email from?? Of course I won’t tell you, so let’s call her P. And no, it wasn’t a virus or something like that. You know that stupid subject stuff that nobody (me) will never write? Well, P wrote ‘Shh, it’s a secret. Don’t tell anyone.’ I was like OMG OMG I need to read this!! I love to know secrets. And then I read her secret. People, it was SHOCKING… SHOCKING SHOCKING²... But I can’t tell you, HAHA!
So, if you want to tell me a secret, email-me! And don’t worry, I won’t tell anyone. But if you want the whole world to know it, I’m a secret-teller. Uh-oh crap. Haha.
Shh, it’s a secret. Don’t tell anyone. Pretend you never read this.

Xoxo, Gossip Secret Caah :*

Monday, September 12, 2011

Pretty Little Liars Theme Song

Hey people!
This is Pretty Little Liars's Theme Song, that I find so totally cool!
Watch it:
I'm just so addicted to this series! And you? Do you like it?
Xoxo, Gossip Caah :*

Having a Little Fun!

Hey people!
I was watching some cool videos on YouTube, and I found this one:
It's just so funny!
Oh, and just remembered that I promised you I'd make my room tour... Wait just a bit more (:
My camera is like almost fixed, so soon I'm posting it here!
Xoxo, Gossip Caah :*

Sunday, September 11, 2011

MAC Giveaway On Gossip Caah!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Hey cuties!
I just realized that my blog needs to get a little bit spicy... Not really, I'm just saying that I need to do something exciting here... And I realized something exciting means MAC GIVEAWAY - or BLOG CONTEST, whatever.
So, to be a contestant you need to comment ON ANY POST OF THIS BLOG saying why Gossip Caah should give you a MAC. Easy-peasy. BUT... Of course, write your email on the comment too, otherwise I can't tell you if you win... Oh, I almost forgot: the best reason (or the best comment, hahah) wins. That's obvious, commenting a thousand times DOESN'T MAKE ANY DIFFERENCE, SINCE THE BEST ANSWER WINS. But if you want to leave a thousand comments for me, I don't mind to read and answer them all (:
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The rules:
- You have to be a real person... Sorry, ghosts don't need MAC. This means, if you create fake names, I can get your IP (a number that every computer in the world has) and disqualify you. Easy-peasy.
- No porn stuff on the comments.
- You really shouldn't say... "I need a MAC because Gossip Caah is a bitchy slut, and I hate her". Sorry, honey, this won't help you win (:

Okay, I don't remember more stuff to put on the rules, so, by now, they're only these.

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THE PRIZES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Haha, the best thing about the contest... what you win!
Here's the thing:
* Prize One: MAC's False Lashes Mascara - The best answer (I mean comment) wins this!
False Lashes

* Prize Two: Cutie MAC Eyeshadow x4 - It comes with the colors Goody Goody Gum Drop, Boycrazy, Azuki Bean and Moshi Moshi. The second best comment wins this!
Cutie: Eye Shadow X4

* Prize Three: Viva Glam Gaga Lipstick - It is a cute beige lipstick created with Lady GaGa! The third best comment wins this!
 Viva Glam Gaga

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So, people, there are only three prizes this time... But don't worry, more giveaways will come!

DISCLAIMER: MAC isn't paying me for this. The cosmetics were bought with my own money and all I want is comments and more comments on my blog. In fact, I want many many visits (:
You don't need to pay the shipping of the prize you win. You don't need to pay anything. This is totally free.

So, apply and wait! The deadline is September 24, 2011. The winners will be announced here on September 25th. If you win, I'll send you an email. If you don't win, I'll send you an email too (:
And... wait for October's giveaway: GUCCI!!!!!!!!!
Yeah, that's true. I'm going to give Gucci for you. I mean, really!

So that's it. If I remember anything, I'll post here.
Remembering... What you have to say is why Gossip Caah (uh oh, that's me) should give you a MAC product.
Easy-peasy!
Xoxo, Gossip Caah :*

Wednesday, September 7, 2011

Poor Barbie

Hey people!
Uh, yeah, I'm gonna talk about Barbie on a post.
WTF?
It's because I 'discovered' the song Barbie, by KT Tunstall, and I said: OMG POOR BARBIE!
See the lyrics:
 
If I could do the splits
I would do them all the time
To remind me that I could be just like Barbie
Cinderella, settle down
Washing up in glamour gowns
A man who has it all and more
A motor car that I adore
Smiling through the night
A little flash of brilliant white
Reflecting the perfection of the world
Give her sisters, give her brothers
But compared to me and others
She'll always be a motherless girl

Every single day
There's a million parts to play
There isn't any time for being lonely
Going up in aeroplanes
Pulling back on pony reins
Making sure that what she wears
Is looking super like her hair
The emptiness inside
Isn't strong enough to hide
That her features aren't too pretty for her pearls

Give her sisters, give her brothers
But compared to me and others
She'll always be a motherless girl

Although it's heaven to touch her
She's just like a soldier
She loves
And as she sees you grow older
And no longer hold her
She knows

Give her sisters, give her brothers
But compared to me and others
She'll always be a motherless girl
Oh a history of lovers
But compared to me and others
She'll always be a motherless girl
Girl


Now you understood... Barbie is like perfect, but still, poor her (:
KT Tunstall has some cutie songs, like The Other Side of The World, that I love, but why sing bad things about Barbie? This has only one name: VAIN. Probably she wishes to be blond and cool and perfect like Barbie. Everybody wishes. I wish, but without the blond thing. I don't want to be blond.

What do you think about Barbie?
Xoxo, Gossip Caah :*

Must Reads For You!

Hey people!

It's been a long time - I'm sorry for that - but here I am! I've been a bit busy with my things, but don't worry I'm not dead or with a terminal disease, I'm really good (:
So, my first post after a looooooooooooong time is about books. In fact, MUST READ BOOKS THAT YOU JUST NEED TO READ.
This is one of the things I've been busy with (:
So, here's a top 10 that you need to read!

1- Gossip Caah. Hey, this is my blog haha! This one you really have to read.
2- The House of Night Series, by PC and Kristin Cast. I love it (:
3- Elixir, by Hilary Duff. I wish she wrote a whole series of books, because it's amazing!
4- Confessions of a Shopaholic, by Sophie Kinsella. And you have to read the other books, there are 4!
5- Gossip Girl, by Cecily von Ziegesar. It's just so cool!
6- The Meadiator Series, by Meg Cabot. There are 6 books, and I love them all!
7- Books of Ember, by Jeanne DuPrau. There are 4 books, and they're among my favorites ever (:
8- The Southern Vampire Mysteries (True Blood), by Charlaine Harris. You should read all the books before Erik tells Sookie who Bill really is, so you can stop reading, because the other books are kinda boring.
9- The Twilight Saga, by Stephenie Meyer. I read it so many times that I got sick of it haha!
10 - The Vampire Diaries, by Lisa Jane Smith. There are 4 books, or maybe more, I don't really know.

Did you notice that I love books with vampires? Haha!
And you, people? Do you like vampires? Which books of my top 10 will you read?
Xoxo, Gossip Caah :*

Friday, August 26, 2011

Paint Your Nails Like a Pro!

Hey people!
This is a tutorial that I found on You Tube. Enjoy it!


Xoxo, Gossip Caah :*

Thursday, August 25, 2011

Cute Song!

Hey everyone!
This is a very cute song that I'm kind of addicted to:


Did you like it?
Xoxo, Gossip Caah :*

Tuesday, August 23, 2011

Room Tour!

Hey everyone!
Did I ever tell you that my fav kind of video to watch on YouTube is Room Tour?
Watch Blair's:



Did you like it? Coming soon: Gossip Caah's Room Tour!
Xoxo, Gossip Caah :*

The Teen Bathroom

Hey people!
This is the teen bathroom of a shopping mall in my city!






This is just too cute, isn't it?
Xoxo, Gossip Caah :*

My Wish List - Deborah Lippman's Nail Polishers!

Hey people!
OMG, I'm just in love with her nail polishes and I WANT THEM ALL!!
My favorite shades are Boom Boom Pow, with 24k gold dust (:
















And Today Was a Fairy Tale, with Diamond Dust!!
















AMAZING!
Don't ya think they're lovely? You can see all the shades here.
Xoxo, Gossip Caah :*

Monday, August 15, 2011

How to Open Your Own Boutique

1. Would you like to run your own business one day? Yes No
2. Are you obsessed with clothes and shopping? Yes No
3. Do you love to put together outfits for you and your friends? Yes No
If you answered yes to all of these questions, a career as a boutique owner may be the perfect fit for you! Read on for more about what this exciting career entails!
WILL YOU LIKE IT?
PROS: Being your own boss, tracking fashion trends by meeting with representatives from well-known clothing brands and up-and-coming designers. Plus, you’ll scope out street looks for the next big thing to sell in your shop. Fun!
CONS: Long hours—as the owner, you’ll spend most of your time at the shop. You’ll most likely be balancing books and stocking shelves more than you’ll be helping customers find cute outfits.
WHAT DO YOU DO?
Come up with a name, theme, and design for the store; find, select, and buy all of the merchandise; figure out how much merchandise to keep in the store without overstocking; assist customers; work the cash register; and choose prices and sizes that will keep customers happy—and coming back.
HOW DO YOU START?
BE FASHION FORWARD: Stay on top of trends and hot brands with daily visits to blogs and cool online stores (try fashionweekdaily.com and girlshop.com). Then use your expertise to start your own trend spotting blog. It’ll help you develop and organize your ideas and get feedback from others.
GET TO WORK: Retail experience is key to helping you get a feel for how to sell to all types (and sizes) of customers. So head to your favorite store, ask to see the manager, and apply for a job.
GET A DEGREE: While you won’t need a specific degree, schools like the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York or Philadelphia University in Pennsylvania offer top fashion merchandising programs. You’ll learn about the fashion industry and gain insight from boutique owners, like tips on how to display clothes for better sales. A degree in marketing or business will also give you the skills you’ll need to run a shop.
START SAVING: When you factor in rent, electricity, and the price of clothes to stock the shop, opening a boutique can cost about $75,000. With a mapped-out business plan and good credit (your credit card payments have always been on time), you can get a jump-start with a government small-business loan. Check sba.gov for info.
WHAT DOES IT PAY? Once a shop is established, the owner takes her pay from the profit (what’s left after all the bills are paid) and can make up to $100,000 a year.
"At first, I worked seven days a week, designing, selling, stocking, and cleaning. But I loved every second. Being so passionate about fashion was key to my success." —Chloe Dao, co-owner of Lot 8 Boutique in Houston, TX, and winner of Project Runway, Season 2

PS: This was taken from http://www.seventeen.com/
Would you like to have a boutique? Why?
Xoxo, Gossip Caah :*

Friday, August 5, 2011

How to Get a Shy Guy to Ask You Out

Well, if you have set your eyes on a shy guy, be prepared to wait a little longer for him to ask you out. You will need a great deal of patience and understanding apart from a genuine interest in that guy. Yes, shy guys might appear unbreakable and their moves unpredictable, but just remember that they are guys too. You just have to break that wall of silence and get him on his knees to come to you. Remember, most shy people don’t open up without ado, so be prepared to be the one to make that first move. Scroll down to know further about how to get a shy guy to ask you out.

Dating A Shy Man
Strike Up A Casual Conversation - In the first few meetings, make small and casual conversations on things like weather, news, college or otherwise. These small talks won’t harm or scare him off. Be careful and don’t jump on personal topics at this instance. He might find it annoying and feel turned off by you.
Make Slow Progress - Move on to personal but casual topics like family, hobbies, holiday plans and movies. This will break down the wall between the two of you and help in establish a bond. Make him comfortable by sharing small jokes or personal experience. Helping you in any manner will boost his ego and will make him comfortable around you.
Be Genuinely Interested - Don’t pretend to like anything about him, that you actually don’t. Be genuinely interested in his hobbies and work rather than fooling him around, it won’t work. Once he opens up with you, try to gauge his feelings. Little, but genuine and sincere compliments can work in your favor.
Simply Attractive - It’s okay to be a really dazzling and stunningly beautiful. But be careful with your make-up, as to look too gaudy or artificial. Most shy guys find it too loud and showy. Be simple, yet attractive and pretty.
Be Patient And Humorous - Don’t get disappointed at little or no response at all. Shy people are often oblivious of word games and think it of little worth. Show patience in your approach and keep your relation fresh and healthy with little bit of humor once in a while.
Drop Hints That You Like Him - If you are sure that he feels the same for you, give him the idea that he won’t risk anything by revealing his feelings. Most shy people are under confidence and they won’t risk embarrassment of rejection or a verbal confrontation. He will only ask you out when he is sure that it won’t ruin your current relationship.
Get Him Alone - Of course, you won’t throw a party for him at your home, inviting people completely stranger to him. Shy people are usually not party animals and get mortified in social situations. Private places are better dating venues and work as an ice breaker.
While chasing your love, don’t forget to live the moments of togetherness. Wait for the right moment and he might surprise you with a dream date when you are least expecting it.

Xoxo, Gossip Caah :*

Thursday, August 4, 2011

Facts About Chiuhauhas

Chihuahuas, classified as toy breed, were discovered in 1850 at Chihuahua State of Mexico. A Chihuahua has a well rounded "apple dome" skull, with dark and luminous, mostly ruby-colored, eyes. Its ears are upright when it is fully alert, while they tend to get flared to the sides, at 45 degree angle, when it is in a relaxed mood. Though they are small in size, they can be highly fierce and are extremely loyal as well. Though you might feel otherwise, a Chihuahua needs to be bathed at least once a month, failing which it would start to smell. Read on to explore some more interesting facts and amazing information on Chihuahuas.

Height: 6-9 inches (15-23 cm)
Weight: 2-6 pounds (1-3 kg)
Country of Origin: Mexico
Varieties: Long-coat and Smooth-coat (also called Short-haired)
Life Expectancy: 15 years or more

Interesting & Amazing Information On Chihuahua 
  • Chihuahua is the smallest breed of dog in the world.
  • As per American Kennel Club, Chihuahua is the 10th most popular breed in the United States.
  • Aztec and Toltec tribes of Mexico considered the Chihuahua to be a sacred animal.
  • Chihuahuas are prone to jawbone disorders, eye problems, heart disease and tooth and gum complaints.
  • Chihuahuas have a short nose and this is the reason why they tend to wheeze and snore.
  • Chihuahuas make up the oldest dog breed on the American continent. They were brought to Europe at the end of the nineteenth century only.
  • Chihuahuas prefer the company of other Chihuahuas to other dog breeds.
  • In comparison to the size of its body, a Chihuahua has the largest brains amongst all the breeds of dogs.
  • In Mexico and United States, humans have been found to be buried along with the remains of Chihuahuas.
  • Most of the Chihuahuas are born with floppy ears. However, they stand up as the dog gets older.
  • The dog Chihuahua is named after the Mexican state of Chihuahua.
  • The eyes of a Chihuahua are susceptible to corneal dryness and secondary glaucoma.
  • The first Chihuahua was registered by the American Kennel Club (AKC) in 1904.
  • The largest litter a female Chihuahua has ever given birth to comprised of 10 puppies.
  • Though Chihuahua is the world's smallest breed of dog, it is a Yorkshire Terrier who holds the record for being the smallest living dog.
I want one! And you, people?
Xoxo,
Soooookie :*