Proper care is needed for your Chihuahua’s ears. It is recommended that furparents check their little pet’s ears at least once a week. Don’t overdo it because you might upset the natural pH balance inside your Chi’s ears. Some owners rely on their vet or pet groomers to have their Chi’s ears cleaned because they…
Chihuahuas are known for their small size with an average height if 6 inches and weight of 6 lbs. They’re so tiny when they’re born with a length of just 3 to 4 inches and a weight of 3 to 5 lbs. They’re so small that they can fit comfortably at the palm of your…
Cutting your Chihuahua’s nails regularly should be a part of their grooming routine. Chihuahuas have small paws and very small nails that tend to grow quickly. You need to maintain their nails at a healthy length to ensure that they won’t get in the way of your Chi’s movement. Check their nails regularly. They might…
One of the trademarks of this breed of small dogs is their erect pointy ears. That’s why some owners are concerned and want to find out when their Chihuahua puppies’ ears will stand up. What new furparents need to know is that Chihuahuas are born with floppy ears. In the first few weeks of their…
If I have to pick certain truths about this small breed of dogs it’s that they are loyal, energetic, with a lot of attitude. Somehow all these things go together to add up to their irresistible charm. But sometimes, they display a little bit more sass and energy bordering on craziness, right? They can go…
In case you didn’t know it, Chihuahua is a Spanish word. It refers to a northern state in Mexico which is also the nation’s commercial capital. The correct way to pronounce this word is Chee-wa-wa as the locals say it. In the local dialect, Chihuahua refers to a place where two rivers meet. In this…
We’ve always associated snorting sounds with pigs but many dogs, including Chihuahuas, can also be heard making this sudden sound through their nose. This is called reverse sneezing because it seems like they are inhaling their sneezes. It can cause alarm to their human companions as it looks like they are gasping for air. But…
Biting among dogs is an instinctual and aggressive behavior passed onto them by their ancestors. Even before they were domesticated animals, dogs used their teeth to bite prey and predators alike. Dogs of today have inherited this biting behavior especially when provoked. However, when your pet bites, it can hurt a lot. A dog bite…
Chihuahuas are social beings. They are very good companion dogs. They are loyal to their person and would do everything to stay close to them. They follow them around and would bark at other people whom they perceive as a threat to their closeness to their owner. So when your Chihuahua suddenly prefers to be…
Barking is your Chihuahua’s way of communicating with you. It’s a natural reaction triggered by their environment. Their bark can be a form of greeting that means they’re happy to see you. Or they bark when they’re alarmed or stressed. They bark when they’re lonely and they also bark when they’re bored. They bark when…