CHIHUAHUA BREEDER AND EXHIBITOR

AmigoReal is a Dogs New Zealand–registered Chihuahua kennel based in Christchurch, New Zealand. Meaning “Royal Friend” in Spanish, our name reflects the elegance, loyalty and companionship that make the Chihuahua so special.

Founded in 2016 and inspired by our foundation bitch, NZ Ch Harriet Taylor of Kapowai, AmigoReal is guided by a commitment to health, sound structure, temperament and responsible breed development. Although now retired, Harriet remains at the heart of our home and the standards upon which AmigoReal was built.

Our dogs share our home and are cherished as individuals first. Dogs entering our breeding programme are carefully selected, with each prospective pairing assessed for health, structure, temperament, pedigree and the qualities each dog may contribute.

Health testing forms an important part of this process. Our breeding dogs undergo DNA testing and comprehensive veterinary screening relevant to the Chihuahua, with results displayed openly through their profiles and provided to puppy families.

Our puppies are raised in a hands-on environment using Puppy Culture principles. Through careful exposure to different sounds, surfaces, handling experiences and everyday life, we encourage confidence, resilience and adaptability from their earliest stages.

Transparency is central to AmigoReal. Throughout this website, you can explore our current dogs, previous breeding contributors, health results, pedigrees and every litter we have produced—not simply the dogs who remained with us or became champions.

We stand behind every AmigoReal dog and remain available to their families throughout the dog’s life. Whether destined for the show ring or life as a cherished companion, each is raised with the same care, intention and respect.

Your Royal Friend for life.