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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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Do some Deer Chihuahuas have long skinny legs?

Yes...deerhead chi's have long slender legs, longer nose and sleeker bodies. An applehead has shorter legs, shorter nose and rounder head, and their bodies are much more stockier.

What age do chihuahuas ears stand up?

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i own two chihuahuas, and when i got the first one, she came with her ears up, but she was a couple of months old, the second one's ears came up after a couple of weeks of having him, so i am assuming that between the first couple of weeks or months, the dogs ears should come up.

Your chi's ears will stand up when the cartlidge in it's ears has strengthened. You may notice that at times it's ears will be up then they'll flop down a little while later...that is normal. Your chi's ears should be fully up when it's reached a couple of months old.

How long do chihuahuas live in human years?

Fifteen human years + is the normal life expectancy. So probably about 73 + dog years. Though if you go by the '1 year + 7 dog years' then about 105 + dog years.

Are butterflies in your home in winter good luck?

Yes, a butterfly in your home is considered good luck, regardless of the time of year. It is also thought that if the first butterfly you see in the year is white, good luck will follow you all that year, but if that butterfly is brown, then misfortune will be your companion. It is thought that seeing three butterflies together is a bad omen, and that to see a butterfly at night means death is fast approaching. Others believe butterflies represent to souls of unbaptised children and in Scotland, red butterflies are thought to be the manifestations of witches. Then again it is also said that "he that follows freits, freits will follow him".

Why do chihuahua ears droop sometimes?

Chihuahuas usually put their head side to side when somebody saying something nice if chihuahuas like what the other person says they put their head from side to side.

Also it makes them hear better.

Do female chihuahuas grow much after first heat?

No they can only grow if they eat ur sisters clevage

Is chihuahua a good dog for a kid with allergies?

Chihuahua poodles.. hmm that's a different one! I bet they are cute. I think that if your child has allergies, to dogs, you might rethink getting one at all.

Normally allergies are to the dander produced, not so much the animal.

So this breed might be better than some others. Poodles normally don't shed much, but chihuahua's do tend to leave hair behind. If you already have the dog, you might try a weekly washing routine to help in reducing dander and shedding.

What is the purpose of a chihuahua?

Any pet is good for multiple reasons. Having a dog to engage with has proven to be good for overall health. Pets help lower blood pressure. Chihuahuas are particularly practical due to their small size. Many believe that Chihuahuas are helpful to diminish asthma attacks in children. Yet, this is only due to the calming effect of holding a dog. Because they are eternally small, Chihuahuas have a "puppy" effect on their surroundings. Again, a soothing effect.

Yet, it must never be forgotten that they are adult dogs and should be raised with structure and rules. If a behavior is intolerated in a large dog, then it is intolerated in a Chihuahua as well. A confident structured home makes for a calm, well-mannered dog. Chihuahuas do not tremble because they are cold, they tremble due to excitability. Thus, a firm master soothes a dog.

Would a corgi and a chihuahua mix have hair?

All dogs have hair, but if you mean LONG hair, only if the chihuahua was the long haired breed.

Do chihuahua poodles grow big?

It depends on the size of the parents. I would guess that it was a cross of a Toy Poodle and a Chihuahua, both of which are relatively small, making a Chihuahua-Poodle relatively small (less than 10 lbs). Please take care of your pets and I hope you adopted your dog because there is no such thing as a designer dog or a teacup dog.

Can a female chihuhua have pitbull puppies?

No, a female Chihuahua can not have pit-bull puppies The Chihuahua is a very small breed dog. The pit-bull is a large breed dog. Breeding a Chihuahua with a pit-bull can not only cause issues with the puppies but it can ultimately cause death to the female Chihuahua.

How much should a chihuahua dog weight?

That depends on your chi. Is it a showing chi? If it's being shown in dog shows it can weigh no more than 6 lbs. If it's not being shown, and is just a member of the family your vet can tell you what the right weight is for your chi. Some chi's weigh less, some more. Mine is a 4 year old deerhead and she has a steady weight of 10 lbs.

Why do Chihuahuas howl to certain sounds?

because they are on guard. they are ready to protect you from anything , also they might get scared themselves.

Are chihuahuas playful?

Yes, Chihuahuas can be very playful animals. They can be a bit snippy when there are larger dogs or cats around.

Do birds eat chihuahuas?

Yes the bird lands in his/her yard.if there is not fence please keep on a leash.

How soon after birth can a chihuahua get pregnant?

This would be very uncommon - 4 months is quite young for a male to be fertile enough to impregnate a female.

Do canine chihuahuas swim?

They can be great swimmers but not as good as a labrador.

Dogs suitable for indoor living?

A Labrador would be the most popular choice as they are gentle dogs that enjoy outside where they can run and play and inside where they can relax and rest.

Another great suggestion would be a pug. A very cute dog that will adapt to any environmental surrounding and be happy and comfortable both inside and out

Can you breed a male lhasa apso and a toy chihuahua?

You shouldn't. If you need to ask, you shouldn't breed. The only good breeders are responsible breeders who know what they're doing and spend thousands of dollars health checking parents, testing etc. You'd be adding to the population of hundreds of thousands of unwanted dogs and puppies. Get them fixed.

How much should a 5 lb adult chihuahua eat a day?

At least 1/2 cup 3 times a day maybe a little more

How long does it take to potty train a Chihuahua?

Chi's LOVE spending time with their humans, and that helps with training. But chi's can also be bull headed and strong willed. I had my chi potty trained within a couple of days. Teaching her to sit was also easy, but teaching her down was much more difficult. She saw no point in down, when she was sitting...and when she was sitting she thought she deserved her treat. When training keep it short, and train here and there...that will keep them interested...they do lose interest easily. And if possible make training a game, but be careful if using treats as a reward...chi's do gain weight fairly easily.

Will a Chihuahua male puppy get along with male golden retriever?

Most likely not. You can check with your vet, but the pups would probably be large enough to damage your chihuahua during gestation.

Can a chihuahua have almonds?

Yes but they might not like it depending on the dog.

How can you tell the age of your chihuahua?

It's no different that any other breed or mix of puppy. The easiest way to check is by looking at the teeth. If the puppy is only starting to get get teeth (and has blue eyes that clearly cannot focus), you have a 3-4week old puppy. If they are all sharp puppy teeth, then you have a dog under 4months. If most adult teeth are in and they are bright white and perfect, you most likely have a puppy 5-7months old. If there are well established adult teeth with any yellowing imperfections, you know you have a puppy at least 1 year old. Your vet can certainly help with this. In some cases, vets can check by looking at the dogs' eye.