Chihuahua Dog

The Chihuahua Dog is a very popular companion dog. This is one of the smallest and most fragile dogs in the world. These dogs are not intended for any service, and they are intended for indoor life. Chihuahuas are loving and devoted companions, but despite their miniature size, they think really big of themselves, and can be surprisingly protective and boisterous.

Chihuahuas have distinctive apple-shaped heads with very large and pointed ears. The muzzle is short and pointed, and the eyes are round and large. The limbs are straight, and the chest is deep and broad. The tail is curled over the back and sometimes is held sideways. The coat comes in a variety of colors, either solid or combined. Merle species have been placed off registry, since this color is due to a gene that causes serious health problems. There are two types of Chihuahua Dogs – smooth-coated and long-coated. There is no telling, which of the two is more preferable or more common, since both short-hairs and long-hairs may occur in the same litter.

Chihuahua Dogs are very intelligent and affectionate dogs. They can develop a life-long bond with their owners, and most Chihuahuas are very protective around their loved ones. They tend to be very jealous, and most Chihuahuas are suspicious of strangers. For this reason, early socialization is a must for this breed. Because these dogs are cute and tiny, many Chihuahua owners tend to baby them too much and allow behaviors they would not have allowed a larger dog to do. Like all dogs, Chihuahuas show signs of dominant behavior at some point, but they are often left unnoticed or viewed as cuties. As a result, many dogs become mischievous and wary of everyone except their loved ones. This is one reason why Chihuahuas are often thought to be hard-tempered. Not infrequently, Chihuahuas show dislike toward children, because these dogs are absolutely intolerant of teasing.

 Because of the evident specifics of the dog’s physical and mental traits, Chihuahuas require specific training and handling. These dogs have a very fragile skeleton, so they are extremely susceptible to injuries. Puppies have a molera – an unclosed section on the skull, which usually disappears by adulthood. These dogs, like many other small-sized dogs, can be prone to hydrocephalus, which is characterized by the increased size of the head, lethargy and seizures. These dogs often suffer from eye problems and respiratory diseases. They are extremely sensitive to cold. Chihuahua Dogs are also susceptible to hypoglycemia, blood sugar, epilepsy, as well as orthopedic problems – lameness and hip dysplasia.