| Care for Chihuahua dogs is something any responsible | | | | hair Chihuahuas. The dogs are not cold weather pets. |
| adult can do. But please prepare to deal with your | | | | Make sure your puppy has enough protection in cold |
| little pet even before your pup comes home. Your | | | | weather. Also since the dogs are so light weight, |
| pet is counting on you to do what it takes to | | | | they chill easily and can quickly become sick from |
| provide a safe and happy home. And you can enjoy | | | | chilling. |
| your pet most if your dog is healthy and happy. | | | | 4. House breaking a Chihuahua. |
| What's the best way to start? | | | | As soon as your puppy is capable, start house |
| 1. Feed for health. | | | | training. Routine and close observation are the keys |
| The small size of any Chihuahua makes food | | | | to success. Take your puppy to the place you want |
| regulation a key to care for Chihuahua dogs. Teacup | | | | to encourage elimination at the first signs he needs |
| Chihuahuas especially are prone to overeat which | | | | to go. This will certainly be shortly after meal time |
| leads to hypoglycemia and diabetes with the | | | | and after sleeping at night or after naps. If you'll |
| accompanying misery and suffering. Carefully regulate | | | | watch closely for just a few days, you should have |
| your dog's feed intake. Select a high quality puppy | | | | success. Chihuahuas are harder to train than many |
| chow for a good start. Feed at certain times of the | | | | breeds, but patience will usually lead to success. |
| day and take up uneaten food. | | | | 5. Socialization. |
| 2. Bathe. | | | | Chihuahuas are easily frightened simply because they |
| Keep your puppy clean with monthly baths. Especially | | | | are so small. Would you be easily scared if you |
| be careful with teacup Chihuahuas, since they are | | | | weighed six pounds? If you can in a very comforting |
| prone to ear problems. | | | | way introduce your pet to new experiences, you can |
| 3. Chihuahua Clothing. | | | | quickly have a more secure and less neurotic puppy. |
| Clothes for your puppy aren't just about cute and | | | | Show the pup that there is no need for fear and |
| fashion. The Chihuahua has a thin hair coat, even long | | | | that you are in control and will protect your pet. |