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Chihuahuas

Chihuahuas were first found in Mexico and are named after one of its states, but their exact country of origin remains unknown .Although Chihuahuas are the smallest dog breed, they have brave and confident personalities and are not afraid to stand up for themselves, even in front of giant dogs! This category has questions relating this breed’s temperament, appearance, average life span, etc.

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Are chihuahuas good for asthmatic children?

it would depend on what brings on your kids asthma. i am an asthma suffer but only react to dust mites and feathers. ive always keep at lest one dog and have never had any problems.mabey try introducing your kid to a friends dog and see if it has any affect on his/her health before you bring a dog home

How often do you bath a chihuahua?

Because chi's spend so much time being held, cuddled and loved on they tend to pick up odors quickly. I use a little drop of baby shampoo (because of it's gentleness) and shower mine once a week.

How old do Chihuahua puppies have to be to be given away?

Chihuahua puppies should be at least 8 weeks old before given up for adoption, although waiting until they are 10-12 weeks is better. Before allowing them to leave their mom, they should be able to eat hard puppy food on their own.

What size of dog sweater would a small Chihuahua wear?

A large size in dog clothing or 5t in toddler clothing its a great way to save a little money and get great styles.

Are pekingese chihuahua mixed puppies hypoallergenic?

Dogs transmit allergens through their own dander and by tracking external allergens into your house.

Humans are allergic to dander, not fur.

Dander can be found in dog saliva, fur, hair, etc.

Dogs that shed fur less, have hair or are hairless may be less likely to cause allergies because they leave less material with dander in your home.

Chihuahua's do have fur and they do shed, so they are not the most hypoallergenic dog.

However, smaller dogs are better for allergy sufferers in general because they produce a smaller amount of dander and material that carries dander.

Washing a dog twice per week can help a great deal.

What is the absolute location of chihuahua Mexico?

Its absolute location is approximately 88 degrees west and 20 degrees north.

How many boxer puppies are in first litter?

According to dogbreedinfo.com (link below), boxers have litters from 2-10 puppies with 6 being the average. But if my own experience with golden retrievers is worth anything, anything can happen from a one puppy litter to sixteen. However, please think very hard before breeding your dog if this is why you were asking. There are many, many dogs that are already born and currently need homes.

How do chihuahuas defend itself?

chihuahuas can protect themselves by their speed,or hiding.
It will probably hide but if it can't then it will snarl and will definitely not turn its back on its enemy

Does a 7 lbs female chihuahua need a c-section?

only depending on how many and how big her pups are. often times Chihuahua's need c-sections because the baby pups heads are so big. if the male is biger then the girl and has a much bigger head maybe in 12 years of breeding iv never had that problem

How do you Find a cheap tiny tea cup yorkie dog for sale?

well you can find a tea cup yorkie at maybe a breeders house for a cheap price or you could go to the shelter

How many months old is a one year old dog in dog years?

Depends on the breed and which definition of "dog year" you use.

By the definition "the amount a dog ages in a year", the answer is simple: 1 year.

By the definition "the equivalent portion of a human's lifetime", for larger breeds it's about 9 and for smaller ones about 13 (according to Wikipedia).

The popular formula "1 dog year equals 7 human years" (or vice versa) is inaccurate.

What age do puppies have their first heat cycle?

It depends on the dog but usually they go into their first somewhere in between 6 months and one year. There are other factors that play into that though, such as if you have her around other dogs that can cause her to go into heat more often.

Is a chihuahua faster then a pitbull?

No bull dogs are short and slow. Pit bulls are very fast, I have one.

How big do beagle chihuahua mixes get?

First of all, it depends on how big the mother and father are. If it is a standard dachshund, then most likely it would be something around 11-18 pounds, but larger than a miniature Dachshund and Chihuahua mix. On the other hand, a miniature Dachshund and Chihuahua mix should weigh something around 8-10.9 pounds.

How do chihuahuas like to play?

Chihuahuas mainly like to be your best friend. They want to do a lot of things with you. Doing everyday things, like taking them for a car ride will excite them. I know mine loves going to the park and playing with a frisbee. He also likes to stay inside and chase a ball I bounce. They aren't the most sporty, but if they are with the people they love, they are usually happy.

When do Chihuahua puppies ears begin to stand up?

As early as 8 weeks but by 6 months if they haven't already they most likely are not going to stand. As above yes, at the moment, I have a Chihuahua pup. His name is Bandido, and he is 7 weeks of age, and he is showing the signs of his ears perking higher up. If you wish for them to begin to stand erect sooner. It is a good idea to lightly (not too hardly, or it will hurt them) masage the muscels below their ears. This helps the muscels to become stronger, to be able to lift their ears. But, its known, in some cases, after loosing their baby teeth on one side, or both. Their ears can droop back down. But dont fret, they will rise again. But, its sad to say, in some cases, some Chihuahua's ears never do stand up. But as I've said, masage them. And that WILL help them. Hope your's ears perk up ;) they sure are adorable once they do. ~Indi-

Why older chihuahuas walk with butt sideways?

Dementia. If it's an old dog or if it's been poisoned, some sort of mental issue could cause a dog to walk sideways. Pain from some sort of internal issue like a bladder infection or trauma could also.

By the way, something I learned recently that the majority of dogs over the age of ten experience dementia. Age, size, health all factor in on when it starts, but most do. There are medicines to help slow age related brain damage - so as soon as you see this in your old dog get them to the vet ASAP to get your fury friend on meds.

What is the nutritional difference between puppy food and adult dog food?

Puppy food has different nutrients than Adult food and is geared for the growth and maintenance of the puppy until it matures to Adulthood. puppy food has a higher fat content than adult food, as puppies are actively growing. Puppy food also has more protein than adult dog food. Answer: Puppy food has proteins and different kind of nutrients that puppies need to grow up into a healthy adult dog. The puppy dog food is specially designed for puppies. Adult dog food has nutrients that a full grown dog needs to keep on living a healthy life. Answer Puppy food is higher in calories.

What is the average lifespan of a Pit Bull?

The average lifespan of a Pit Bull is 12-14 years.

If you want more info about pitbulls visit http://www.pitbull-info-and-training.com

What do long hair chihuahuas look like?

Yes. There are long haired chihuahuas mixed with terriers. They look very much like a long haired chihuahua but are slightly larger. They vary in size and can be between 8-15lbs. Mine is about 14 which is on the heavier side.

Do chihuahua terrier mixes shed hair?

Mine doesn't, I wish he did though... his fur is too long and yes I am sure that mines a chiheahua X terrier

How do you look after a chihuahua?

First of all, you need to research about the chihuahua breed to see i it's the one for you. I have three chihuahuas, and they all got along with my 5 year old standard poodle. Trust me, chihuahuas are a fantastic breed, but make sure it's the right for you. If you have other dogs, keep them away from the chihuahua unless it's under your supervision and controlled. Chihuahuas are very fragile, so if you handle one, please be careful because they are very delicate. Chihuahuas are great with kids once they get older and a little bigger. Chihuahuas are very intelligent dogs, very mellow. They are a little hyper when they are a little younger, bu they mature around 1 year and 5 months of age. I hope this helped, and congrats if you get a new puppy!! Or if you already have one!!! :)

What is the length of the chihuahua?

There length is slightly bigger than there height, the kc will only disqualify if you chi is over 6lb in weight they don't go on the length.