Caring For Chihuahuas

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Caring for Chihuahuas is not very difficult; in fact it can be a lot of fun. If you follow basics steps in dog care your Chihuahua can live a long and healthy life.

Selecting a Chihuahua

When you go to find a Chihuahua for adoption or to buy one from a breeder there are several things you want to be aware of. First of all the Chihuahua puppy should look healthy and disease free.

The eyes, ears, and nose should all be clear of discharge. The coat should be shiny and smooth. There should be also no signs that the puppy recently had diarrhea.

If you want a pedigreed Chihuahua make sure you ask so see the pedigree before you buy.

Bringing home your new Chihuahua Puppy

When you bring your new Chihuahua home you want to have several things already laid out for your new pet. First of all you should get a small crate. This will come in handy when you go for housebreaking your Chihuahua puppy. You?ll also need food and water bowls, a high quality dry food, and some toys. A bed is also needed.

Housebreaking your Chihuahua puppy can be difficult but with patience on your part you can get the job done. Start by taking your puppy out for a walk after you feed them. Only feed your puppy twice a day at the same time. Then go for a walk right afterwards to the puppy can relieve itself. By keeping a strict regimen you can quickly housebreak your new puppy.

This is where the crate comes in handy as well. By crate training your puppy you are also housebreaking it. Get a crate that is small. If you get too big of a crate the puppy could use one side of the crate to urinate in and lay down on the other side. You want it small enough so the dog can comfortably lay down, but not so big that the dog will be comfortable using one side as a toilet.

Chihuahua Veterinarian

Caring for chihuahuas also includes choosing a veterinarian, which does not have to be difficult, the best way to find a great one is to ask for referrals. Asking for referrals is the best way to go.

Ask your friends or family members if they know of a good Chihuahua veterinarians.

Grooming your Chihuahua

Grooming and bathing is another issue when caring for chihuahuas. Since Chihuahuas have short hair coats and are very clean dogs, they rarely need a bath, maybe once a month at the most.

We hope you come back and visit us often at Caring for Chihuahuas!