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7 Things You Should Know Before Buying a Chihuahua Puppy

They are everywhere – chihuahua puppies…

Almost every time you turn on the television or open a

magazine, a chihuahua puppy is seen on a Hollywood star

bag. Whether it’s Paris Hilton’s partner, Tinkerbell, gold

Reese Witherspoons adorable dog Bruiser in ‘Legally

Rubio”, the Chihuahuas have triumphed and everyone wants

one: http://yourpetcentral.com/chihuahua-puppes.htm

Now, before you buy a Chihuahua, there are absolutely a few

things you should know about this breed, its health and

socialization.

These 7 factors are the most important.

1. They need to be well socialized. if you don’t have time

to socialize your chihuahua puppy then you shouldn’t

one. Chihuahuas need to be properly socialized as they

they tend to bond only with their owners and already

have a predisposition to be insolent with strangers.

2. It seems that Chihuahuas take themselves everywhere and that’s part of it.

of their attractiveness, but be sure to leave them and get

let them walk alone When you don’t let them walk

yours can become very uncomfortable out of arms

of their owner and react aggressively to deal with

with your discomfort.

3. These dogs are not good with children unless they are

raised with them. Chihuahuas are high strung and have a low

tolerance. They don’t do well with mischief and

fuss of little kids. They can be sharp and

will bite a child if provoked. This breed is best suited

for busy people without children and for seniors who are

looking for companionship and low maintenance (these dogs

require little exercise, make excellent apartment dwellers, and

they can be trained to use the litter box.)

4. Chihuahuas are very loyal and tend to bond

with its owner…alone. They are very dependent and like

be close to you and do what you are doing. if you have little

time to spend with your pup and you want a dog that is a little

more independent, that this dog is not for you.

5. Chihuahuas have the longest life expectancy of any breed

dog. If you are not ready to make a commitment from 11 to 18 years

to them, and your interest in them is just a novelty (they

look so cute in those celebrity magazines that are carried around

in a bag), then don’t get a Chihuahua.

6. If you move around a lot, this may not be the breed for you.

you. Chihuahuas do not adapt well to new environments and

it will often act out with barking and inappropriate behavior.

They prefer to have a stable environment, so if you are

constantly traveling (business, etc…) then consider a

less nervous breed

7. They can be aggressive towards dogs, so if you have another dog in

home, you may want to reconsider purchasing a Chihuahua and opt for

for a more dog-friendly breed.

That being said, the Chihuahua is a great dog and well-suited for

the right kind of person. Before buying a chihuahua puppy

think about the various points mentioned above and decide

if you see parts of your life in the checklist above.

Chihuahuas are intelligent, alert, and loyal companions.

They love to give and receive affection, but again this is

depends on your understanding of the nuances of this breed

and how well they are trained and socialized from puppies.

Good luck!

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