Pros and Cons of Chihuahua

Any potential dog breeder knows that before bringing a puppy to the house, it is necessary to analyze in detail the advantages and disadvantages of a particular breed. It is especially important to have an idea of ​​the strengths and weaknesses of decorative dogs, which will help to understand what the difficulties of grooming and breeding may be. The material in this article will tell readers about the pros and cons of Chihuahua dogs.

Chihuahuas are among the smallest breeds of decorative dogs. The weight of many representatives of this breed often does not exceed 1 kg. Based on the variety, it can be half a kilogram. Large individuals can reach a weight of 3 kg, with an average growth of 20 cm. The standard highlights the following key features:

• the body of the dog’s body is lean and neat, the abdomen is muscular, the back is short and straight, the croup is sturdy, extending wide;
• the build of decorative dogs is average, the chest is voluminous, has rounded ribs;
• the tail of the babies is thick and long, is high, is slightly bent to the lower back and tapers towards the end; depending on the variety of breed, a brush can be observed at the tip (typical for individuals with long hair);
• the skull is small but wide, tapering to a short nose looking up;
• eyes are large and dark;
• the bite can be straight or scissor;
• Chihuahua's ears are large, located upward, wide at the base and tapering to the ends; in a relaxed form may be slightly lowered;
• dogs have small shoulders, long forepaws and elbows pressed tightly to the body, which allows babies to move relatively quickly;
• the hind legs are more developed, the fingers of the dogs are protruding, they have sensitive pads.

Chihuahua babies have many advantages. Note the most significant of them.

Chihuahua has a good looks. These dogs have a pretty face, big eyes, an interested look that leaves no one indifferent. They are always on a positive wave, easily cheer up all members of the family. At the same time, they are not hysterical and not choleric like other dogs.

One of the advantages of dog breeders is always called a compact size. It is generally accepted that the smaller the size, the better, the higher the value of the dog. Such a baby is not only charming: he also eats little. And this means that buying even expensive feed will not make gaps in the family budget. The same can be said about natural food: such feeding will not cause any difficulties.

These kids do not need a lot of space for placement and a comfortable existence. Even in a small apartment, there is always a place for arranging a couch for a sneeze, a small house or a mattress. Moreover, even in a small apartment, the dog will not be limited in movement. Its average life expectancy is 15 years - these are long-lived dogs.

Chihuahuas are quite courageous: despite their size, they are not afraid of opponents that are larger than them. Dogs quite firmly protect not only the owner, but also their territory, despite the fact that the chance of their victory is small. Chihi bark quite loudly and loudly, so they always inform the owners about the presence of strangers.

Chihuahua does not need much physical exertion. For the full development and maintenance of form, it is quite enough for them to run around the house and jump several times on a low sofa and back. In addition, there are no problems with dogs when traveling. The owner will not be detained where people with dogs are usually not allowed.

Both puppies and adults of a decorative breed do not create problems when moving. They are positive about different changes. They do not get sick when changing their place of residence, they do not suffer when they are taken on trips. The main condition for their well-being is the presence of the owner nearby, everything else is not so important.

Chihuahuas are easily trained, with the right approach to their education, they are able to master even a complex training program. Kids not only remember the information received, but literally absorb it, which is why they understand their master at once. The period when the owner is not in the mood or is angry, the dogs are knowingly waiting on the sidelines. At this time, they are not imposed and do not ask for attention.

It is generally accepted that Chihuahuas single out one owner from the whole family and show their devotion to him. However, as practice shows, kids do not deprive attention of all households. They are not only active and funny, but they understand with whom and how to play. In this case, often the main authority for the dog becomes a child who teaches and feeds him. Dogs of this breed non-aggressive, although some individuals of the breed are not averse to take a leadership position.

Caring for a Chihuahua is not so complicated; it involves following all standard procedures, including cleaning your ears, eyes, mouth, cutting your nails, and combing your hair. Due to the small size, bathing dogs is pretty fast. Pocket breed of dogs quickly accustoms to the tray, which is considered unnatural for ordinary dogs. The owner can not worry that the baby will spoil the house.

In addition to the advantages, the Chihuahua has its drawbacks.Having decided to get such an animal, it is necessary to have an idea about the minuses of pocket breed dogs.

What is a dog’s advantage on the one hand is a disadvantage on the other. It is the small size of the animals that plays against them, which is why individuals with tiny parameters are often born with underdeveloped organs. In general, larger dogs are vulnerable to Chihuahuas: they need to be protected literally from any potential danger. You can accidentally step on a pet if he turns up under his feet. He can be pressed against the door, and in addition, despite his courage, he must not be allowed to walk alone.

Not all dogs of this breed follow the owner’s commands, and training in general. And the point is not that the dog got stupid: it often reflects on the teams, wondering if she needs it. Other kids in their thoughts go so far as to be cunning, trying to manipulate the owner. They can be called first-class actors, whose sneezes can play the necessary emotions, trying to seize the initiative in education.

Alas, the brave nature of the dog does not allow her to understand that she has no chance in the fight with another dog or even a large cat. Chihi rarely think about the size of other animals, they rush into battle, protecting the owner.

Even a trained dog can create a problem over time. After she begins to walk more and more on the street, accuracy when fulfilling natural needs often disappears. Not only does the animal scatter the filler, it often does not even look at all whether it falls into the tray. In addition, other individuals stubbornly keep "everything of their own" on the street, believing that getting rid of excrement and urine is better in a tray.

Depending on the size of the dog she may not succumb to any training at all. This is especially true of representatives of the breed with a weight below 1 kg. Some kids, left alone, give in to panic, others begin to frankly impudent, spoil things, others bring neighbors a long and unreasonable bark. There are those who will begin to be jealous of other pets towards the owner, showing aggression towards them.

Alas, here the chihuahua has its own nuances. Dogs are susceptible to many genetic diseases, despite competent selection that reduces the likelihood of transmission of mutating genes. Due to indiscriminate selection of partners, sneezes with pathologies of the heart and digestive organs can be born. In addition, dogs are prone to problems such as soft bones (including teeth), epilepsy, food allergies, hydrocephalus, and eye diseases.

The development of sneezes takes place in different ways. There is a soft spot on their little head, which usually lasts when the puppies turn six months old. However, often in dogs the so-called fontanel does not overgrow at all. Handle them very carefully so as not to injure pets. In addition, dogs are prone to dislocation of the patella, the patella can be straightened, but discomfort during movement in sneezes persists.

Most likely, breeders paid attention to the fact that sneezes are constantly trembling. These dogs need a warm climate, far from always in winter they are warmed by winter clothes for walking. In addition, in winter you have to reduce the duration of walks in the fresh air. However, the lack of fresh air cannot be made up by airing the room; the dog weakens without walking. If someone stays on the street for a long time in bad weather, he will catch a cold, which is especially important for short-haired representatives of the breed.

Some representatives of the breed do not understand when the owner is busy. They can be intrusive and demanding, because by nature they are characterized by a lack of care. And if someone didn’t like someone, then he can afford to use his teeth. Pampering can develop into weakness, excessive severity - into a division into "beloved" households and "unloved".

Before you get a pet, the future owner is often interested in the sex of the dog. And this question is justified, because both males and females have their own nuances. One of the important factors is the radical type of character in individuals of different sexes. In addition, this may be due to physiological characteristics in adult dogs.

For example, breeders often do not acquire females due to estrus, which occurs twice a year and causes certain inconveniences. At this time, you have to acquire diapers for dogs or close the female in a separate aviary. In addition, females have difficulties with childbirth and pregnancy. Delivery takes place with the participation of a veterinarian, and the mating must be carefully monitored.

Chihuahua is considered a beautiful decorative dog, which is worth it to become a favorite pet in the house. This is evidenced by the numerous reviews of dog owners of this breed, left on the forums of information portals on the Internet. Breeders call these dogs tiny friends, pets and even family members. They are sure what the dogs will become, completely dependent on the owners. They note that the kids are quite active and are literally interested in everything, but if you do not follow their upbringing in time, the rudiments of virtues will quickly evaporate, as a result, the dog will acquire many bad character traits.

Owners of sneezes write in reviews that dogs of this decorative breed cannot be offended, because they really understand even the intonation of the voice.

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