Article Title: The Benefits Of Having A Chihuahua
Author: Sandra A Dean
The loyalty of the Chihuahua dog and the need to be close to
their owners make them an excellent companion and their compact
size makes them very convenient for most owners. Often a
Chihuahua can ride in a coat pocket, in a purse or tote bag and
just within the safety of the owner's arms. They enjoy outdoor
activity in favorable weather and are very easy to travel with.
Although at times they can also be curious and mischievous. They
will often find something to get into and make a mess if you
leave them alone for long periods of time at home. The Chihuahua
will get along fine with their own breed, but often not with
other breeds. Therefore, you should only get Chihuahuas or
choose carefully before adding another breed to the household.
You also have to be careful since the Chihuahua doesn't
recognize their small size and can often get into trouble when
they try to spar with a larger breed dog, especially if the
other dog has a dominant personality or gets too rough when
playing. Therefore, either keep your Chihuahua on a leash or
carry them in your arms when you are outside.
The movies and advertisements by companies such as Taco Bell
made the Chihuahua dog very popular. As a result it is now easy
to find poorly bred Chihuahuas if you do not carefully select
the breed to fit in with your household. Many families think the
breed is perfect because of their self-confidence and easy
trainability. However, buying simply from pet stores, newspapers
or on the internet can lead to getting a dog that was bred
without a concern for their health or temperament and you will
have no way of knowing whether or not it will work with your
household. Often times a good breeder won't place a dog in a
home with a child under the age of twelve. However, because of
their small litter size the number of puppies available from
good breeders is often limited. Therefore, you should carefully
consider the breed before determining if they are right for you
and your household.
When it comes to caring for your Chihuahua dog you need to
focus on feeding requirements, exercise needs and grooming. At
each meal Chihuahuas only need a small amount of food. About two
to three ounces of high quality dog food with a few puppy
biscuits is all that most Chihuahuas require. It is best to have
two or three small meals rather than just one large daily
feeding. Some larger sized Chihuahuas can eat up to a half can
of dog food. Most people don't know that the Chihuahua is
actually capable of walking long distances, although they won't
object if you want to carry them around either. Typically the
Chihuahua gets the majority of their exercise from playing
around the house. This is why the dog is an excellent choice for
the elderly. When it comes to grooming you should use a soft
brush and rub them down with a wet towel or glove to make their
coat shine. Trim their nails regularly and keep their ears
clean.
About The Author: Sandra Dean is a dog lover who has cared for
dogs for many, many years. Not all households will do well with
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