Care for Chihuahua

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Care for Chihuahua

Care for Chihuahua dog breed is not difficult. The Chihuahua is a popular favorite of the toy dog group among dog enthusiasts. This spicy little character of a dog is extremely devoted and loyal to its owner. Although reserved with strangers and a little aggressive towards other dogs, the Chihuahua can get along great with other indoor pets that you may have.

Not all Chihuahuas have the same bold temperament. Some are very intense and will have an attitude as if they can take on the world, others may be extremely shy and timid. Either way, all Chihuahuas are very protective of their owners and the rest of the family.

Upkeep And Maintenance

The Chihuahua can be a very excitable dog that needs a bit of daily exercise. But the good news is that these little guys can get all of the vigorous physical activity they need from running room to room in a house or a small apartment. But do not neglect outdoor walks and play time. The Chihuahua loves to roam outside and explore.

In terms of living arrangements, the Chihuahua is an indoor dog and should not be kept outside. There is nothing wrong with having him explore the yard a couple of hours each day, but this should only be temporary. Chihuahuas absolutely hate cold temperatures and will run to seek out warmth and coziness.

Grooming is a minor concern if you're the proud owner of a Chihuahua. Chihuahuas come in two types; short-haired and long-haired. Short-haired Chihuahuas need very little brushing, perhaps once every week or so. Long-haired Chihuahuas will need a brushing twice weekly.

Chihuahua Health Information

The Chihuahua has a longer lifespan than most dog breeds, living up to 20 years in some cases, with approximately 16 to 17 years being the norm for a healthy Chihuahua dog. Veterinarians suggest that owners of this dog breed get specific health tests for cardiac issues and knee problems.

Fortunately, there are no major health issues that Chihuahua dog breed owners need to worry about. However, minor concerns do exist but they are very rare, including: hypoglycemia, pulmonic stenosis, patellar luxation, and hydrocephalus. And one last common trait that many Chihuahuas display is called molera, which is a soft spot in the top of the skull that results from an incomplete fontanel closure.

Chihuahua Training Tips 

Chihuahuas are courageous little dogs, and many of them can be very territorial and will be a great little "alarm dog" - letting you know in no uncertain terms of the approach of people onto your property, and so on.

It's important that you don't overlook training your Chihuahua just because he's a little dog, though.

Chihuahua training tips are really useful, and there are several books and online ebooks on Chihuahua training that will provide you with all the Chihuahua training tips you need for a well behaved, obedient, perfectly house trained Chihuaha.

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Books on Care for Chihuahuas 

The Chihuahua Handbook (Barron's Pet Handbooks)

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The Chihuahua: An Owner's Guide to a Happy Healthy Pet

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The New Chihuahua

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A Widow, a Chihuahua, and Harry Truman: A Story of Love, Loss, and Love Again

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villenoire wrote...

This lens has a great tips in taking care of our chihuahuas !!!

ReplyPosted April 12, 2009

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Julie Avery wrote

This is a great site. I will be back to read on more. I have one five year old Chihuahua she is retired from breeding and I am looking for another female to breed from eventualy.

Reply Posted June 03, 2008

sjkew wrote...

This has good information about Chihuahuas.

ReplyPosted April 21, 2008

roosterbob wrote...

I love the lens! I am a proud owner of two Chihuahuas.

ReplyPosted April 17, 2008

SandraDean wrote...

Great job on your lens. I too am a big fan of this dog, so I am always pleased to see quality info about them. Well done!

ReplyPosted February 13, 2008

ChristmasOrnaments4u wrote...

Chihuahuas are the best!

ReplyPosted November 26, 2007

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