What were Chiweenies bred for?

Breeders started intentionally mixing the popular Dachshund and Chihuahua breeds in the 1990s to create a small, cute, and low-maintenance dog suitable for apartment living. Since then, the popularity of this mixed breed has only grown. Chiweenies exploded in popularity in the early 2010s when Tuna (@tunameltsmyheart), a rescued Chiweenie, became an internet sensation. His quirky overbite and adorable facial expressions are now cemented into internet meme history.