Miss Squeaks Grooming A Longhaired Furbaby !

 This is Sebastion aka The Bling Bling furbaby we love him very much and he is getting older at 12 and he is a shitzu and has some problems as you can see his eyes in the picture he has a condition that stops his eyes from getting lucubration so they dry out and get all mucky from the oil eye drops he has to have but as he is a 

long-haired furbaby he has a long maintenance,

Keeping your long-haired furbaby well groomed  is incredibly necessary, since matted and tangled coats will cause odours, depression and even infections. With a little ability and a couple of basic skills, you'll be able to groom your long-haired furbaby at home and save many bucks in grooming fees annually. I have four very furry furbabys that I groom every six to eight weeks. But I have one furbaby called Sebastion the shitzu in the picture above that just won't allow me to go anywhere near him with the clipper anymore even the lady whome would clip him at her grooming salon woulnt do him and more because as he has gotten older her has had a few run in's with the vet and had to have a hip replacement  a knee operation and half a ear cut off because of cancer. I know he is very very loved and we call him the Bling Bling furbaby as we have spent a lot of money on him but what I was leading to was now our little old man river has to go to the vet to and be put to sleep just for a haircut and when he is under sedation he will still try and nip the nurse that is giving him the much needed haircut so that is just why I am using his picture for my blog today. I also clip four other furbabys when I feel that they  need it mostly every 4 weeks in the summer months and 7 weeks in winter months I enjoy doing them and most of the time they are wonderful to do , But lets talk about grooming now.

Start with the ears

Use a small pin brush to brush the soft hair behind the ears. Then, use the same brush to comb the chest, armpit areas, tail and thighs. This part of dog grooming can be enjoyable for both you and your pet, as long as you are gentle.

Use a rake to thin the undercoat

This is a device that trims away some of the excess thick hair, leaving your dog's coat smoother and silkier. Not all breed associations recommend this, so make sure you consult the breed standards if you plan on showing your dog.

Clean up that face

Start with the eyes because they are the most sensitive. Use a moist cloth to wipe any discharge from the corners of the eye. Then, use the cloth to gently clean out the nostrils and the ears. Use small mustache scissors to trim the hairs inside the ears, but leave enough hair behind to protect the inner ear.

Start a bath

Choose a creamy shampoo that is made specially for long haired dogs. Wet your dog from the head and down towards the tail. Use your hands to be sure the water gets worked down to the skin, and then add the shampoo. Try to smooth the hair in one direction as you lather, rather than rubbing in circles, which forms tangles. Then, rinse your dog thoroughly, using your hand to protect the face and eyes from the runoff rinse water.

Apply conditioner

Use a high quality conditioner and smooth it into your dog's coat, once again avoiding circular rubbing motions. Let the conditioner sit for about five minutes before you rinse the coat.

Cut the stray hairs

Once your dog's coat has dried, use grooming scissors to trim the long hairs between the toes and at the ankles. Depending on the breed of dog and the amount of leg feathering, this may take a few minutes or an hour. Aim for straight feathers on the back of the legs.

Trim the tail

If this is the first time you are grooming a long-haired dog, this may be the hardest step. You want the hair that hangs from the tail to form a D-shape when you are finished. The easiest way to accomplish this is to hold the tail level with your dog's back, and then trim the hanging feathers with grooming shears. Ruffle the hair a bit, and then hold the tail and trim again. This helps you to trim any hairs you missed during the first round.

Grooming dogs with long hair is not very difficult once you get the hang of it. Remember to start by checking your breed's standards for grooming regulations if you plan on showing your dog. If you take your time and remember to be gentle, grooming can be a great bonding experience for you and your dog.

Sebastion will allow me to bath him so here is a picture below of him enjoying a bath !

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Miss Mildred with some of her furfamily in the picture we have Sebastion Miss Mildred Sabrina and Sir Odin, Once again thank you for reading.

Miss Squeaks Signs Of A Sick Furbaby.

As is the case with people, your furbabys health changes with age. Unfortunately, our furbabys  age much faster than we do. I often wonder if Miss Mildred is sick as sometimes she will make this coughing thing just after she had eaten and it would scare the hell out of me after calling my furbabys  doctor and doing research I found that she has a soft palette in her mouth and that its fairly common in her breed and she will be fine but gee was it scary at the time I thought she was about to stop breathing and we had only had her at home for a few day at the time of the first attack.

So I was just thinking about this and thought it might be a good blog post to do so here it is some signs that your furbaby might be sick I hope its helpful . Lets get started .

Symptoms

Regardless of your furbabys age, you play a key role in helping her combat ill health and stay as healthy as doable. Remember, your furbaby cannot describe symptoms to you, however she will show you signs of illness. Awareness of the signs of the most common diseases is a way to assist scale back your pet’s risk of being plagued by them. It’s somewhat chilling to think about that at least 100% of pets that seem healthy to their parents and their veterinarians during annual checkups have underlying diseases.

The top ten signs that your furbaby is also ill:

Bad breath or drooling

Excessive drinking or elimination

Appetite amendment related to weight loss or gain

Change in activity level (e.g., lack of interest in doing things they once did)

Stiffness or issue in rising or mounting stairs

Sleeping more than traditional, or alternative behavior or attitude changes 

Coughing, sneezing, excessive panting, or labored respiratory

Dry or itchy skin, sores, lumps, or shaking of the head

Frequent digestive upsets or change in gut movements

Dry, red, or cloudy eyes

If your furbaby shows symptoms of being unwell, you must contact your doctor straightaway.

Unfortunately, you'll not continually always that your dog is sick. Often, even the foremost well-meant dog parents attribute the delicate signs of illness to ageing.

When you stare deeply into the one you love pet’s eyes, it's going to appear nearly as if he or she may speak. In fact dogs can’t speak, however their visual communication will be terribly articulate. the better you recognize your furbaby—his or her habits, appearance, and behavior—the more apparent these signs are going to be. Acting promptly at the primary signs of ill health will facilitate and forestall suffering, save money, and even save a life.

The following are some more common ways during which dogs tell us they’re sick. This list isn't complete, neither is it a substitute for skilled veterinary advice. Please note that these symptoms are additional worrisome in avery young, very old, or otherwise frail dog, since they need fewer defences once ill health strikes. If your furbabys behavior or look worries you, always consult your vet.

Behaviour modification

You know your dog best. And if your dog behaves surprisingly, he's most likely telling you one thing. Here are some indications that your furbaby is also sick as a dog:

Lethargy

Irritability

Agitation

Withdrawal

Needy or clingy behaviour

Tummy troubles

Every dog vomits and has looseness of the bowels now and then—whether it’s from too many table treats or unmentionables scavenged off the pavement. once your dog has these symptoms, particularly together with lethargy and poor appetite, make sure to contact your veterinarian:

Repeated vomiting that lasts over twenty four hours.

Repeated or profuse looseness of the bowels that lasts over twenty four hours

Abdominal pain or swelling

Bloody looseness of the bowels

Loss of appetite

Repeated dry heaves, restlessness, and distended belly is also a signal of “bloat,” a life threatening condition more typical in giant breed dogs. get emergency treatment instantly.

Breathing issues

The signs of respiratory disease vary from the obvious to the subtle. call your vet if you notice:

Persistent cough that disrupts sleep or lasts over twenty four hours

Persistent nasal discharge, particularly with secretion or blood

A honking cough

Wheezing or clattery breathing

Persistent gagging

Labored respiratory

If your dog is troubled to breathe, check the colour of the gums and tongue. they ought to be pink. If you notice a light-blue tint, get emergency care directly.

Elimination issues

Changes in your dog’s toilet habits will indicate a problem. Consult your doc if you notice:

Increased volume or frequency of excretion

Trouble passing excretion

Trouble defecating

Urinary accidents in a previously housetrained dog

Fecal accidents in a previously housetrained dog

External appearance

Physical changes are typically the most noticeable. you recognize your dog best. If it’s enough to make you worry, then it is smart to decision your vet:

New lumps and bumps

Sudden changes in previous lumps and bumps

Lumps or sores that are bloody or oozing

Sudden weight loss

Sudden weight gain

Rash

Hair loss

Persistent itch

Persistent shaking of head or scratching at ears

Fever

Fever typically accompanies unhealthiness. Standard knowledge states that a healthy dog ought to have a cold, wet nose. And that a warm, dry nose means trouble. This can be a typical misconception. The appearance or feel of a dog’s nose may be a poor indicator of health or body temperature. Taking your dog’s temperature with a measuring instrument is the only possible way to diagnose a fever. If your dog is acting sick and includes a temperature higher than 103 F, it’s time to call the vet.

Note that a blood heat higher than 104.5 F is in keeping with heat stroke and may be a life threatening emergency. Institute cooling measures and look for veterinary care right away.

Pain

A dog might yelp in pain when you go to touch her wounded paw or sore back, however it’s even a lot of probably that she is going to suffer in silence. Most dogs in pain don’t vocalize in the slightest degree. Any of the subsequent signs warrant a visit to the vet. never provide pain medication unless it absolutely was specifically prescribed for your dog. This includes over-the counter-human pain killers, which might be terribly cyanogenetic to dogs. Here are some signs that your dog could also be hurting:

Lameness or stiffness that lasts over twenty four hours

Reluctance to maneuver, jump or walk

Obvious bone or joint swelling that's warm to the touch

Trouble chew, drooling

Agitation

Guarding of a body part by growling once you approach

If your dog has been hurt during a automobile accident, a fall from a height, or attacked by a bigger animal, or if there's uncontrolled haemorrhage, ask for veterinary care straightaway.

Neurologic signs

Finally, the subsequent signs indicate nervous system trouble, all of that warrant a visit to the vet:

Weakness

Stumbling

Heat tilt

Seizures

Repetitive twitches

Repetitive circling

Disorientation 

Remember if your furbaby gets unconscious for any amount of time seek your vet promptly and straight away as this is a very bad sign 

I hope we never have to experience this in any of our furbabys as it would be just horrible and sad too. 

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Miss Squeaks Check List For A New Furbaby!

  

 I remember getting so excited to get my little 

Miss Mildred furbaby I thought I had everything

ready for her but I had  forgotten to get a few things.

Just simple things like her dog shampoo and nail clippers. We had a long drive home so I don't drive so my Monster tick the wheel and got us home safe and sound my oldest son Zachary came along for the drive too so we both got to nurse the new furbaby !

She was great in the car. Then once we got home I had a pen for her to be in while she was very small because Miss Mildred has many fur brothers and sisters and we wanted to keep her safe and allow all the other furbabys to be able to smell her and see her as some of the older furbabys don't like other dogs so I was wanting the first few days to go smoothly and to help them all to get to know the new furbaby.

We have had Miss Mildred for 5 months now and all the  furbabys get along really well yes sometimes little 

Miss Mildred gets a bit close to our 13 year old shitzu and he might give her a little warning nip but nothing to worry about they rarely fight. We look after my brothers dog when he worked away and he is a king charles cavalier and is only 1 month older then 

Miss Mildred but 20 times bigger I love watching the furbabys play together as its so cute seeing the 2 of 

them just being puppies and having fun. 

So here are a few things to consider before you go and get you new Furbaby.

1. Get an excellent veterinary

Ideally you would like to search out out which veterinary you intend on using before you get your puppy. ask your friends that are dog owners what veterinarians they suggest. If attainable, visit the clinic beforehand check around, look to see if the room clean, is the workers courteous and helpful? determine if the workplace hours can suit your schedule and if they handle emergencies after hours.

Many practices have multiple vets, it's best to stay with one veterinary who is aware of your pet well, therefore ask the workers if you may be ready to request a meeting with a particular doctor. selecting a vet could be a personal choice, try and find one that basically listens to you and thoughtfully answers your queries. If your 1st doctor makes you uncomfortable in any way keep trying till you discover one that's a decent fit  you and your puppy.

2. Money issues

Consider obtaining pet insurance for your furbaby. They can ease the price of veterinary care particularly if emergencies occur. Far too often new dog parents find themselves within the ER with an awfully sick puppy and inadequate funds.  Expect to pay many hundred dollars a year minimum for routine veterinary care and put aside one to two thousand bucks for emergencies.

3. Vaccinations

Newborn puppies don't have resistance at birth; they get antibodies from the mother that helps shield them from illness whereas their immune system develops. Vaccinations are a significant a part of your puppy’s veterinary care, it'll help stop serious illness. Vaccines are often core or non-core. Core vaccines are those that are recommended to be given to any or all furbabys. These embody vaccinations for distemper, adenovirus-2, canine parvovirus-2, and rabies. Non-core vaccines include leptospirosis, lyme disease and Bordetella for example and are counseled for dogs in specific geographic locations. Your doctor can re-examine the non-core vaccines that are recommended for your puppy, and also the vaccination schedule. several boosters are going to be necessary over the course of the first year so as to produce ideal immunity for your puppy.

4. Deworming

Many puppies have already got enteral parasites contracted from the mother before they are even born. so it's necessary to have your vet deworm your puppy often and perform fecal exams to make sure that treatment is complete. If left untreated enteral parasites like roundworms, tapeworms, whipworms and hookworms will cause anemia and weight loss which might be fatal. Common enteral parasites of dogs will cause issues in people additionally so not solely do they have an effect on your puppy’s health however yours as well and anyone that will be exposed to the puppy’s stool. Regular deworming and finding out when your puppy can go a long way in minimising zoonotic disease.

5. Heartworm

Another problematic worm is Dirofilaria immitis better referred to as the heartworm. not like the previous parasites this one lives among the vascular system and prefers the chambers of the guts. Dirofilaria is spread by numerous mosquitoes and is endemic throughout the world. With the gradual warming of our climate mosquitoes are staying active longer annually so year-round  heartworm prevention is usually recommended. The american Heartworm Society recommends that puppies begin on prevention no later than eight weeks of age.

6. Ectoparasites

As with heartworm, preventing flea and tick infestations is way easier than treating them. Your doctor incorporates a form of topical product that may be safely applied to puppies eight weeks and older. Keep your lawn short and keep your puppy out of bushes and woody areas. Treat the surroundings by laundry bedding often and vacuuming carpets to get rid of eggs and larvae.

7. Spay/Neuter

Spaying or sterilisation of your puppy provides various health advantages and will be considered if you're not planning on breeding your dog. Healthy puppies are often castrated  as young as eight weeks though some veterinarians opt to wait till 4-6 months of age. Fixing ought to be performed before the first heat once possible as a result of it'll nearly eliminate the danger of developing mammary cancer at a later age.

8. Diet and weight

Puppies eight weeks and older ought to be fed a top quality puppy food. Regular adult petfood won't give your puppy with the energy and calcium that your puppy’s growing body desires. Follow the label recommendations and your vet’s tips to see what quantity to feed your puppy. Ideally, puppies ought to be fed 3 to four time daily till they're a minimum of six months of age when you might decrease the feeding schedule to doubly daily is so desired. ask your doctor if your puppy is at a healthy weight.

9. Teething

Your puppy’s deciduous teeth can erupt between 3 to eight weeks old and around four to six months old these teeth are replaced by permanent teeth. the first teeth to get replaced are typically the central incisors. You'll understand once your puppy is teething because you'll notice increased manduction. it's vital to never leave your puppy unsupervised  and is doubly vital throughout development. Besides the overall destruction a teething puppy will cause they will often ingest objects that will cause obstruction or venomous things. Different hazards include teething on electrical cords which might result in fatal pulmonary edema. offer many toys for the development stage; there are specially designed toys for development puppies at major pet stores. teething typically last a couple of weeks to a month. it's necessary to have your doctor monitor the teeth as they come in generally typically deciduous teeth will be maintained which might cause issues down the road.

10. Puppy proofing

While it's vital to see your Furbaby Doctor frequently for eudaimonia you wish to avoid emergencies as much as attainable. Take glance around inspect your home to examine the potential hazards to an inquisitive puppy. think about toxins like household plants and cleaning prodoucts and keep them out of reach. Use baby gates to block off access to stairs to stop falls and to limit access to rooms that aren't “puppy safe” like the basement or workshop. little objects like change, jewelry, hair ties ought to also be kept out of reach lest they be swallowed. Take garbage out frequently and think about using garbage pails with serious lids that the puppy can’t open. screen off the fireplace if you have got one. once more the simplest way to keep your puppy out of bother is to never leave him unsupervised  and to use a crate once he can't be watched. 

Below are a few extra photos of Miss Mildred when she was just brought home look at her face just so very cute I just love my little chihuahua Miss Mildred!

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Miss Squeaks Get Your Furbaby Ready For Winter.

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Okay so it's nearly winter in the land down under and I am getting little Miss Mildred all ready with some cute warm coats uggboots and extra warm pyjamas! As she is a smooth coated Chihuahua she finds the cold a little stressful as I have only had her for 5 months now I know she doesn't like it when it gets cold she loves to get under my blankets in my bed so my lovely aunt made Miss Mildred a sleeping bag and she just loves to get in to it and snuggle up and stay warm and on the bright side it keeps her fur from getting on everything and I am sure you all know about that issue. So lets talk about what and how to dress our furbaby.

  I am going to talk about Miss Mildred and her 

breed first then give some more tips on other furbaby types. And what to do if your furbaby gets frostbite or hypothermia so lets get started.

 Chihuahuas originated in hot dry climates where a single-layer coat of skinny fur was adequate insulation. Their tiny size combined with their skinny coat makes them particularly susceptible to ice, cold and snow within the winter. For the most effective winter protection, emphasise form over more in your pup's wardrobe.

Tip 1
Dress your Chihuahua in a very soft knit sweater. tiny knit sweaters slide additional more simply a jacket than the chunky knit selection. Sweaters are necessary and effective insulators, however the unwoven porous material will not shield your pup from icy winds. If you save cash in the winter by lowering the warmth, a sweater is critical for your Chihuahua inside.

Tip 2
Cover your Chihuahua's sweater with a doggy jacket. select a practically designed jacket without elaborations that get to him, like faux-fur necklines or poorly fitted hoods. select snaps and clips over Velcro. you are going to be putting this coat on your pup many times every day for many months, and frequent use makes Velcro patches less effective.

Tip 3
Put tiny winter booties on your Chihuahua's feet before grappling the icy salt-covered streets. The chemicals in salt will simply become compact within your tiny pup's paw, inflicting painful burning and irritation. Boots conjointly shield him from exposure. as a result of your Chihuahua only stands a number of inches off the bottom, it does not take a lot of snow before his paws are fully submerged in chilling snow and developing injury.

Some tips for other breeds of Furbabys 

Pets have a troublesome time once the cold weather sets in, therefore knowing the way to give proper take care of dogs outside in winter's frosty conditions is extremely necessary I recommends that pets live inside, however once your canine companion has to spend time outdoors throughout the winter, the following tips will help keep him happy, safe, and healthy.

Preparation for the Winter Chill

Before the mercury drops, you'll be able to take some steps to organize your dog for the change in seasons. Puppies and geriatric dogs will be more at risk of dangers from the cold. Pets with diabetes, cardiovascular disease, endocrine disorders, or renal disorder will have larger problem regulation their temperature and also are at increased risk. Breeds with long hair or thick coats can usually be more tolerant of the cold in comparison to hairy  dogs. According to the ASPCA, your pet's fur mustn't be clipped short throughout the winter, and lots of breeds of dog can take pleasure in a dog sweater or coat. In the colder  weather conditions. 

Tips for House Furbabys.

House dogs that spend the bulk of their time within can notice explosive exposure to the cold quite a shock. simply because dogs have fur doesn't mean that they do not feel the coolness, and a few breeds of dogs are more liable to cold than others. Dogs with downy or long coats do fancy a larger degree of insulation than short-haired dogs, however even the most effective insulated dogs can still feel the contrast in temperatures once stepping outside

If a dog is allowed to play outside, monitor him closely and bring him in if he starts to shiver or whine.

Help rheumatic or older pets once they are faced with stairs or ice. Slips and falls are more common, like folks.

Limit the length of your pet's walk in cold temperatures. once it drops below freezing, your pet ought to spend no more than ten to fifteen minutes outdoors.

Clear snow and ice to assist encourage tiny dogs to eliminate outside. tiny breeds will be trained to urinate and excrete on paper or diaper-like pads inside once weather is simply too extreme. Avoid outdoor journeys completely once the temperature or wind chill reaches below freezing.

Even inside, your pet could feel the cold. make sure that your dog's favorite bed is in a location free from drafts.

Pet clothing will facilitate to supply some extra insulation. make sure that you dry any wet article of clothing completely before dressing up your Furbaby. Protective boots also are on the market. Make sure that everything fits well and that your Furbaby is familiar with sporting it the new outfit.

Dangers within the Cold

Frostbite

Even with their fur coats, dogs are prone to frostbite. Severe tissue injury can occur with prolonged exposure to the cold and happens most typically within the extremities like the ear tips, paws, or tail. the foremost danger happens once the temperature or wind chill are close to or below freezing. a number of the symptoms of frostbite include:

Pale, gray, or light-blue discoloration of the affected skin

The area is cold or brittle to the touch

Pain or swelling

Blisters or ulcers on the skin

Blackened or dead skin

Sometimes the signs of frostbite aren't instantly visible and may develop days after the exposure. Treatment include mild and gradual rewarming with warm water . Dry the area after and keep your furbaby warm. Get veterinary care as promptly as possible to try to stop complications like infection.

Hypothermia

Hypothermia happens once a dog's core vital sign drops below the traditional range. varied factors confirm the temperature at that your pet is in danger of hypothermia. Temperatures below freezing are the foremost dangerous. Having a wet coat also will increase the chance. Some dogs will even develop hypothermia at temperatures on top of physical change if they're little breeds, have very little fur, or are outdoors for a prolonged quantity of your time. hypothermia is severe if unrecognized and untreatedsigns of hypothermia will include:

Shivering or trembling

Lethargy

Muscle stiffness or unsteady and loss of coordination

Pale or grey gums

Fixed and expanded pupils

Low pulse rate and respiratory rate

Collapse or coma

First aid will be provided if you're concerned that your  furbaby is affected by hypothermia. Gradual rewarming with a blanket or hot water bottles is safest. get veterinary care if you suspect that your Furbaby is affected by severe hypothermia, or if your baby is showing symptoms apart from shivering or mild lethargy.

Protect Your Furbabys  Paws From Salt.

Watch out for your furbabys pads and feet in winter time as well.  In keeping with the ASPCA, a number of the rock salt used will be irritating to your Furbabys feet. Different dangers, like puddles of the very dangerous poisonous substance, antifreeze, can also end up on your furbabys feet and fur. Wipe your furbabys feet off with a warm and wet towel when he comes back inside from the snow. Ice balls will accumulate on the fur of the feet and may become painful. The snow may also mask dangers like sharp ice or metal. Lacerations of the feet and pads are more common within the winter months and will prompt a veterinary visit. 

Below is Miss Mildred wearing her new winter coat that has pants attached to them along with her pretty pink uggboots !

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Miss Squeak Things You Should Know About Chihuahuas.

Hello and welcome to my blog about Chihuahuas.

Today I thought why not talk about Miss Mildreds breed 

a little bit more in depth so here is what I came up with.

Anyone with a chihuahua furbaby with know you can't be out of there sight for long before they come and sniff you out. As my 

Miss Mildred just loves to be with she is my shadow and if given the chance she will even get in the shower with me i know scary huh,

 We live in Perth Western Australia  as it is very hot in the summer and even in winter time its cold but not cold enough for snow ! So Miss Mildred is about to have her first winter and yes i have everything all at the ready warm furry onies coat with ugg boots and a knitted hat as she gets cold in summer.

My little furbaby is always wanting to be on me in my bed or you know just around me where ever I am you can guess she will be there too , even in the basket of my bike , But enough about that here are a few things you might also need to know about the Chihuahua .

The chihuahua, with its apple-dome skull and enormous bright eyes, will wear a remarkably human expression at times; she or he can wish to be with you most, if not all of the time.

Warning don’t purchase a chihuahua if you don’t have the emotional assets in your heart or the time for the whole love and a spotlight of this hairy  very little pet. they're like kids.

a few generalisations is may be. chihuahuas are swish, energetic, and swift-moving canines. described typically been made as having “terrier-like” qualities; that is, the qualities of being alert, observant, and keen on interacting with their masters. they're very loyal and get hooked up to at least one or two persons.

these little and typically teacup size dogs are definitely unaware of their diminutive stature: they'll be daring with alternative dogs a lot of larger than themselves, and protecting of their masters. they're ferociously loyal to their masters and cautious of any strangers or new guests introduced into the family, that the chihuahua considers to be its personal domain. for these reasons, chihuahuas make good watch dogs (not guard dogs!).

the chihuahua wants a good deal of human contact: touching, petting, and general attention. if the chihuahua doesn't get this, she or he can use varied attention-getting tricks till you offer her/him attention. like exploitation paws to gently scratch the hand, a symbol that claims, “pet me now!” some house owners who have had alternative, a lot of freelance breeds could realize the chihuahua too needy. however, they furnish plenty of love} and affection in return for your care.

keeping more than one chihuahua will greatly ease the dog’s stress once left alone every day if the owner works. they'll contend for your attention after you get home although. though they're naturally light, loyal, and sweet-tempered, chihuahuas are ideal for single folks, the old, the disabled, and shut-ins.

chihuahuas can keep you company for hours by lying on your lap or beside your body if in bed, and treat you as if you are royalty. No one with a chihuahua in their social unit can ever be really alone. they're quite happy in residences, as long as there's enough to play with and explore.

Opinions differ on the way to bath a chihuahua. Some say that bathing too much removes the natural oils from the coat, and so dandruff can result and therefore the coat can look boring. others say that shampooing every now and then with good brands of shampoo will really enhance the shininess of the coat. chihuahuas ought to be bathed a minimum of two times a month, otherwise they develop an unpleasant smell. this is often really as a result of the skin cells that humans sloth off onto the chihuahua! therefore humans are the most contributors to it smell that may develop.

when bathing, pay attention to not get water into their ears, as an infection might develop. You may have to trim their nails a minimum of once a month too. on the smaller dogs, cat claw trimmers will be used. it’s smart to begin a nail clipping routine timely in order that your dog becomes aware of your handling its paws to not mention getting accustomed the clippers. Furbaby owners should even be aware that chihuahuas are susceptible to knee issues like luxating patellas or “weak knees.” this could occur as they grow old. if it causes issue in walking, take your dog to the vet.

Additionally, some breeders give pedigree papers that trace the parents on the far side the immediate oldsters. these papers are important if you propose to enter your new dog into exhibitions and competitions. these certificates and papers make sure that the dog could be a purebred; but, simply because a dog has papers, doesn’t mean it's any more special than a pup bought from a friend.

When shopping for a leash for your chihuahua, keep in mind that its neck is quite little and delicate compared to alternative dog’s necks. you can't (and, indeed, should not) yank your dog around by the leash. a body-harness for little dogs is suggested for a few reasons: safety and comfort. if fitted right, it'll offer your pet a secure and comfy walk, and harnesses additionally guarantee your dog cannot run into traffic or an even bigger creature.

Chihuahuas additionally like many little meals per day, instead of one huge meal. they're uptight dogs. “high-strung” defined outlined as: barks easily, doesn't adapt easily to change in surroundings, is suspicious of strangers and can growl at them, and flips in a circle and jumps around once excited (Like when you get back inside from getting the mail). Your friends might see the worst aspect of them and never believe you once you tell them that your very little furbaby is basically a delicate, sweet-natured dog.

Owners should be terribly sensitive to the actual fact that short-haired chihuahuas, and even hairy  ones, are prone to the cold it is suggested that you just dress your chihuahua in a warm dog sweater for walks. Walking your chihuahua in temperatures that are very low is powerfully discouraged, particularly when there's a wind-chill issue.

In this, as in different aspects of dog maintenance, keep your dogs’ health prime priority, not your own need. it's a characteristic of the chihuahua to choose to sleep beneath a a sheet or blanket. they're going to even get beneath pillows in order to feel comfortable. if you're raising a pup, take care to supply them with a soft towel or blanket in their sleeping space so that they will burrow beneath it. Please don’t be stunned if your chihuahua scrambles beneath your blankets in the dead of night, despite the fact that your house or lodging might not be notably cold.

Chihuahuas are quite the sun-worshipers. they like to cherish the sun for hours and are known  to dwell a spot of sun no larger than the dimensions of a half-dollar! sadly, they're not wise in this regard and can keep within the sun even once panting begins.

watching your chihuahua in hot weather to take care that they don’t suffer from heat stroke is a real chihuahua health concern. chihuahuas do shiver once they’re cold, however they additionally shiver once they are cautious, excited, unhappy, or frightened. this is often a result of having a high metabolism, and is a traditional characteristic of this breed.

Hope this has help a few furbaby owners out ! 

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