Chihuahuas are the smallest breed of dog and are widely known as being feisty, picky, and some people even call them "ankle biters." However, Chihuahuas are a very beautiful breed of dog, if you take the time to get to know them.
Chihuahuas come in all different colors, even though the parents may both be the same color. Chihuahuas are small boned, wide-eyed and have a unique appearance.Chihuahuas can be exacting eaters, yet can likewise eat generously. Picking ordinarily maybe a couple individuals in the family, they tend to cling to them, demonstrating to them a profound friendship, and will ensure them with all they have.
Chihuahuas make an excellent "lap" dog, loving to be cuddled up against "their" person. Chihuahuas are so loving, loyal and are people dogs. They love to have attention. Most Chihuahuas seem to bond with adults, rather than children, though, so they don't always make a great pet for a child.
Chihuahuas, being such a small dog, tend to shiver and shake some, which is normal for their breed.They adore being secured underneath covers and within a warm and comfortable zone. They should be kept warm, particularly in cooler temperatures. Some Chihuahuas won't just shake and shudder because of being cold, but because they are excited, or perhaps even nervous about something going on.
Chihuahuas can develop a low blood sugar if they do not have enough food at all times, in which they can become lethargic. There are products on the market to help with this, but they should have a small food available to them, making sure they don't over eat. Water should be available at all times.
Male Chihuahuas while young, will squat down to urinate, but as they grow, they will start lifting their leg, often, and can be bad about "marking their territory". This can be dealt with by either having them neutered while they are young, or by buying what many people call a "belly band," which wraps around their private area, and catches the urine in the band, which helps from having urine spread all over your possessions.
Chihuahuas do not typically reach adulthood until they are about two years of age.
Lastly, even though they make excellent watchdogs, due to their barking, they do not make good guard dogs, of course, because of their size. They may bark, and some may bite, but they are too small to head off an intruder. They are extremely loving and are great companions. They are always there for you when you need a friend.
Chihuahuas come in all different colors, even though the parents may both be the same color. Chihuahuas are small boned, wide-eyed and have a unique appearance.Chihuahuas can be exacting eaters, yet can likewise eat generously. Picking ordinarily maybe a couple individuals in the family, they tend to cling to them, demonstrating to them a profound friendship, and will ensure them with all they have.
Chihuahuas make an excellent "lap" dog, loving to be cuddled up against "their" person. Chihuahuas are so loving, loyal and are people dogs. They love to have attention. Most Chihuahuas seem to bond with adults, rather than children, though, so they don't always make a great pet for a child.
Chihuahuas, being such a small dog, tend to shiver and shake some, which is normal for their breed.They adore being secured underneath covers and within a warm and comfortable zone. They should be kept warm, particularly in cooler temperatures. Some Chihuahuas won't just shake and shudder because of being cold, but because they are excited, or perhaps even nervous about something going on.
Chihuahuas can develop a low blood sugar if they do not have enough food at all times, in which they can become lethargic. There are products on the market to help with this, but they should have a small food available to them, making sure they don't over eat. Water should be available at all times.
Male Chihuahuas while young, will squat down to urinate, but as they grow, they will start lifting their leg, often, and can be bad about "marking their territory". This can be dealt with by either having them neutered while they are young, or by buying what many people call a "belly band," which wraps around their private area, and catches the urine in the band, which helps from having urine spread all over your possessions.
Chihuahuas do not typically reach adulthood until they are about two years of age.
Lastly, even though they make excellent watchdogs, due to their barking, they do not make good guard dogs, of course, because of their size. They may bark, and some may bite, but they are too small to head off an intruder. They are extremely loving and are great companions. They are always there for you when you need a friend.