Sunday, April 19, 2009
Thursday, April 16, 2009
How to Toilet Train Your Chihuahua
How to Toilet Train Your Chihuahua
Are stained carpets, soiled floors or smelly indoors some of the things you are worried about? Or have they already begun?
Start your Chihuahua on toilet training today! Chihuahua is quite a smart breed, therefore it should not be a difficult task. Follow our steps and you should be able to toilet train your Chihuahua in no time at all.
Toilet training Chihuahua should start at about 7 weeks But by starting early, you can speed up the timeframe.Dogs have the instinct to keep their beds clean, toilet training Chihuahua should include some kind of kennel training, by keeping your dog in its kennel during the night. In this way, the dog learns to hold its bladder and bowels during the time it should be sleeping.
Let your dog out at the same time each day and immediately take it to the place where it should relieve itself. Consistency is one of the most important factors in toilet training Chihuahua. If walk your dog, try doing it every morning and after every meal.
When dogs go in a spot, they are likely to go to that spot to relieve themselves again and again. When indoors, DO NOT let your dog back to carpeted areas or areas where they have peed before if you don't want your dog to do it there again and risk your efforts of toilet training.
For toilet training Chihuahua indoors, a litter box is your best option and is becoming increasingly popular these days as Chihuahuas become more popular.
Dogs are very sensitive to praise and affection. Toilet training Chihuahua means giving it love when it does the correct thing. Your Chihuahua wants to please you and it will learn how to behave as far as relieving itself. Show your approval to your dog by praising when it does what you want, and ignore it when it makes a mistake. Your Chihuahua needs to know what he did right and what needs to be improved.
Accidents happen even after your dog is considered toilet trained. Go easy on the dog and reinforce good behavior rather than punishing it when things go wrong. Patience is important when toilet training Chihuahua.
Bear in mind that if you make a mistake like keeping them caged too long, accidents are going to happen. You have to train yourself as well as your dog.
Remember, toilet training Chihuahua starts with patience, love, and affection.
Are stained carpets, soiled floors or smelly indoors some of the things you are worried about? Or have they already begun?
Start your Chihuahua on toilet training today! Chihuahua is quite a smart breed, therefore it should not be a difficult task. Follow our steps and you should be able to toilet train your Chihuahua in no time at all.
Toilet training Chihuahua should start at about 7 weeks But by starting early, you can speed up the timeframe.Dogs have the instinct to keep their beds clean, toilet training Chihuahua should include some kind of kennel training, by keeping your dog in its kennel during the night. In this way, the dog learns to hold its bladder and bowels during the time it should be sleeping.
Let your dog out at the same time each day and immediately take it to the place where it should relieve itself. Consistency is one of the most important factors in toilet training Chihuahua. If walk your dog, try doing it every morning and after every meal.
When dogs go in a spot, they are likely to go to that spot to relieve themselves again and again. When indoors, DO NOT let your dog back to carpeted areas or areas where they have peed before if you don't want your dog to do it there again and risk your efforts of toilet training.
For toilet training Chihuahua indoors, a litter box is your best option and is becoming increasingly popular these days as Chihuahuas become more popular.
Dogs are very sensitive to praise and affection. Toilet training Chihuahua means giving it love when it does the correct thing. Your Chihuahua wants to please you and it will learn how to behave as far as relieving itself. Show your approval to your dog by praising when it does what you want, and ignore it when it makes a mistake. Your Chihuahua needs to know what he did right and what needs to be improved.
Accidents happen even after your dog is considered toilet trained. Go easy on the dog and reinforce good behavior rather than punishing it when things go wrong. Patience is important when toilet training Chihuahua.
Bear in mind that if you make a mistake like keeping them caged too long, accidents are going to happen. You have to train yourself as well as your dog.
Remember, toilet training Chihuahua starts with patience, love, and affection.
Tuesday, April 7, 2009
Taking Care of Your Chihuahua's Health
Taking Care of Your Chihuahua's Health
It is important as a dog owner to know about his dog's health conditions to better take care of his dog. Chihuahuas are generally long lived and is a healthy breed of dog but, it does have specific health issues to note. Patellar Luxuation, eye problems, hypoglycemia, heart disease & tooth and gum ailments are some common genetic problems that Chihuahua owners should be concerned with.
Dislocation of the kneecap (Patellar Luxation) is a common Chihuhua health hereditary problem shared with other small breeds of dog. Patellar luxation can become serious and might cripple the dog if not treated at the early stages. Although the Patellar Luxation condition is minimal in young dogs but it gets worse over time.
Dogs with patellar luxation commonly stops and cries out in pain as he is running. The affected leg will be extended backwards, and the dog is unable to flex it back into the normal position momentarily.
Symptoms of patellar luxation become obvious only as the dog ages, therefore it is important to bring your Chihuahua for regular checkups for signs fo patellar luxation.
As Patellar luxation is an inherited trait, dogs with the condition are advised not to be bread as patellar luxation can be a painful experience for both owner and dog.
Hypoglycemia is a word you should familiar yourself with if you keep Chihuahua as a pet. Hypoglycemia can be caused by stress, illness, lack of food, or by using up stored energy without it being replenished. This is a condition where the Chihuahua’s blood sugar level drops to an extremely low level. This happens when levels of glucose drop quickly, the dog's body and brain are deprived of essential nutrients.
Chihuahuas with hypoglycemia might experience weakness, seizures, coma, and in severe cases, death. Some dog breeds, including the Chihuahua, are genetically predisposed to formation of cystine crystals which are crystals formed out of amino acid called cystine. This is usually found in the urine and can eventually lead to stone formations in kidneys and bladder. These stones can cause irritation and infection to your Chihuahua.
Cystinuria signs usually includes blood in the urine, difficulty and pain in urinating, and small frequent amounts of urine. Therefore it is important to note your Chihuahua's habits. If a stone completely obstructs the urethra, it blocks the outflow of urine.
However, this is more common in male dogs than female, and may cause kidney failure, vomiting, depression, or loss of appetite.
Ultimately, it is important to spare an extra minute each day for your Chihuahua as your Chihuahua's health lies in your hands.
It is important as a dog owner to know about his dog's health conditions to better take care of his dog. Chihuahuas are generally long lived and is a healthy breed of dog but, it does have specific health issues to note. Patellar Luxuation, eye problems, hypoglycemia, heart disease & tooth and gum ailments are some common genetic problems that Chihuahua owners should be concerned with.
Dislocation of the kneecap (Patellar Luxation) is a common Chihuhua health hereditary problem shared with other small breeds of dog. Patellar luxation can become serious and might cripple the dog if not treated at the early stages. Although the Patellar Luxation condition is minimal in young dogs but it gets worse over time.
Dogs with patellar luxation commonly stops and cries out in pain as he is running. The affected leg will be extended backwards, and the dog is unable to flex it back into the normal position momentarily.
Symptoms of patellar luxation become obvious only as the dog ages, therefore it is important to bring your Chihuahua for regular checkups for signs fo patellar luxation.
As Patellar luxation is an inherited trait, dogs with the condition are advised not to be bread as patellar luxation can be a painful experience for both owner and dog.
Hypoglycemia is a word you should familiar yourself with if you keep Chihuahua as a pet. Hypoglycemia can be caused by stress, illness, lack of food, or by using up stored energy without it being replenished. This is a condition where the Chihuahua’s blood sugar level drops to an extremely low level. This happens when levels of glucose drop quickly, the dog's body and brain are deprived of essential nutrients.
Chihuahuas with hypoglycemia might experience weakness, seizures, coma, and in severe cases, death. Some dog breeds, including the Chihuahua, are genetically predisposed to formation of cystine crystals which are crystals formed out of amino acid called cystine. This is usually found in the urine and can eventually lead to stone formations in kidneys and bladder. These stones can cause irritation and infection to your Chihuahua.
Cystinuria signs usually includes blood in the urine, difficulty and pain in urinating, and small frequent amounts of urine. Therefore it is important to note your Chihuahua's habits. If a stone completely obstructs the urethra, it blocks the outflow of urine.
However, this is more common in male dogs than female, and may cause kidney failure, vomiting, depression, or loss of appetite.
Ultimately, it is important to spare an extra minute each day for your Chihuahua as your Chihuahua's health lies in your hands.
Friday, April 3, 2009
Understanding Your Chihuahua
Understanding your Chihuahua
Chihuahuas are small, Chihuahuas are cute, but before you go ahead and buy one as a pet for yourself, here are some things you need to know about Chihuahuas.
Chihuahuas are dogs that need a lot of attention and will bond strongly with their owners, therefore be prepared to spend time playing games, interacting and talking to your dog.
It is best not to keep a Chihuahua if there are young children at home as this is a dog which competes for attention and might hurt your child though their bites usually do not cause serious damage. The same goes for other pets you might have competing for your attention. In fact, you can be assured of fights at your home to be a common affair should you have other pets besides your Chihuahua
Consider a different breed of dog if you are the type who relocates on a regular basis as Chihuahuas don’t like changing their place of stay and are happy living their lives in one place. A loyal dog indeed.
Although Chihuahuas have been named as “pocket pets, teacup pets that fits in handbags” Chihuahuas don’t like to be carried around, preferring to running, walking, and playing.
Be prepared for problems from your dog if you are considering taking a Chihuahua on a trip as they do not like being confined in a carrier.
Chihuahuas can be quite aggressive if their personal space is being intruded. The dog is very territorial and are known to fight off dogs twice their size.
Keep your stuffs at least 2 feet high as Chihuahuas can be real jumpers. A Chihuahua can jump more than two feet from a standing position.
Having short hair and bony frame means Chihuahuas can get cold easily. Buy sweaters, coats or blankets to keep them warm especially if the climate is cold.
A Chihuahua is, to say the least a hyperactive dog. Keeping a Chihuahua discipline means taking note of their most common personality traits in mind when making training decisions. Before buying a Chihuahua, get to know as much about the dog’s background as possible.
Chihuahuas are small, Chihuahuas are cute, but before you go ahead and buy one as a pet for yourself, here are some things you need to know about Chihuahuas.
Chihuahuas are dogs that need a lot of attention and will bond strongly with their owners, therefore be prepared to spend time playing games, interacting and talking to your dog.
It is best not to keep a Chihuahua if there are young children at home as this is a dog which competes for attention and might hurt your child though their bites usually do not cause serious damage. The same goes for other pets you might have competing for your attention. In fact, you can be assured of fights at your home to be a common affair should you have other pets besides your Chihuahua
Consider a different breed of dog if you are the type who relocates on a regular basis as Chihuahuas don’t like changing their place of stay and are happy living their lives in one place. A loyal dog indeed.
Although Chihuahuas have been named as “pocket pets, teacup pets that fits in handbags” Chihuahuas don’t like to be carried around, preferring to running, walking, and playing.
Be prepared for problems from your dog if you are considering taking a Chihuahua on a trip as they do not like being confined in a carrier.
Chihuahuas can be quite aggressive if their personal space is being intruded. The dog is very territorial and are known to fight off dogs twice their size.
Keep your stuffs at least 2 feet high as Chihuahuas can be real jumpers. A Chihuahua can jump more than two feet from a standing position.
Having short hair and bony frame means Chihuahuas can get cold easily. Buy sweaters, coats or blankets to keep them warm especially if the climate is cold.
A Chihuahua is, to say the least a hyperactive dog. Keeping a Chihuahua discipline means taking note of their most common personality traits in mind when making training decisions. Before buying a Chihuahua, get to know as much about the dog’s background as possible.
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