Chihuahuas are very grumpy puppies, and as a small dog, they are energetic and need to exercise regularly, interact with other dogs, and feed nutritious foods to stay healthy. Chihuahua puppies are well trained, love to play and enjoy exploring new homes. Pampered, your chihuahua will become a cherished member of your family.
Feed your chihuahua healthy food. Like other small dogs, Chihuahuas need a nutritious diet to stay healthy. Like other small dogs, chihuahuas are at risk of developing heart and kidney problems if fed a high-salt diet. Look for a low-salt dog food to help avoid this problem.
Chihuahua puppies need more protein and calories than adult dogs, so look for nutritious foods.
Small canned dogs may be easier to eat at first because it's easier to chew, but dry coarsely ground foods usually provide better nutrition.
Feed as scheduled. Chihuahua puppies have a small stomach but a very fast metabolism. They need to be fed multiple times a day to stay energized, maintain blood sugar levels, and help them grow. How many times a day they need to eat usually depends on their age:
For the first six months, you should feed the chihuahua four times a day.
From six months to one year old, they should be fed three times a day.
After one year, they will mature and can be fed twice a day.
It's important to feed on a schedule during home training because you can predict that the chihuahua will need to heal on its own about half an hour after eating.
Water is available at all times. Chihuahua puppies are prone to dehydration because they consume a lot of energy throughout the day. Always place fresh, clean water in a bowl that is shallow enough so that they can reach in and do not tip over.
If puppies have difficulty drinking water and may drown, they may try to climb into the bowl.
There are many foods that are toxic to dogs. Due to the small size of Chihuahua puppies, even very small amounts of these foods can be very dangerous to them. Human foods are often high in calories and can lead to weight gain, which is common in chihuahuas and is detrimental to their health.
Alcohol, caffeine, avocados, chocolate, grapes, dried fruits (such as raisins), dairy products, onions, garlic, and salt are all dangerous for Chihuahuas.
A new home can be an overwhelming experience for your new chihuahua. They need time to adjust to you as their new owner, other pets, and their new home. It is very important to love them and treat them affectionately during their first few days so that they will feel comfortable. If you have other pets at home, you'll need to introduce them to your new Chihuahua.
Your Chihuahua needs to learn the appropriate way to interact with newcomers, animals, and the environment. Exposing your Chihuahua to new environments and newcomers early helps develop habits for the future.
Chihuahuas often forge strong bonds with their owners, and you want to build a strong and healthy relationship with your chihuahua as early as possible.
Stroke the chihuahua's belly, pat its head, stroke it, and physically become intimate with your chihuahua.
Give them praise when they follow your commands and respond to their training. This is a great way to reinforce good behavior and help your chihuahua connect you with pleasant feelings.
Spend time with your Chihuahua. Chihuahuas want to spend time with their owners, hoping to get their love and attention. Make sure you can spend some time each day, even in short increments, to keep your Chihuahua engrossed.
Exercise your chihuahua every day. Chihuahua puppies have very high energy levels and require daily exercise to consume this energy, otherwise they can become excessive or destructive.
Once your chihuahuas are fully vaccinated, you can start taking them for a public walk. Since walking is an easy way for them to exercise, they should be taught to walk on a leash as early as possible.
Chihuahuas have a very short temper, and if you are used to raising them, they will think that they are the boss of the family. Keep yourself in the role of boss by training chihuahuas to follow commands such as sit, stay, and come.
Chihuahuas are usually encouraged for good behavior, but do not reward bad behavior.
It's easier to establish good behavior early than to address behavioral problems later.
Stay consistent and determined during your training session and practice basic commands with your Chihuahua for at least 15 minutes a day.
Chihuahua puppies are naturally curious, but can be destructive and get into trouble because they tend to enjoy them with their mouths. To keep them safe, you need to protect all dangerous items in your home.
Brush their hair. Chihuahuas usually have one or two hair types: long or short. Chihuahuas do shed their hair, but due to their size, their amount of hair removal is usually very easy to control. Use rubber beauty gloves or soft bristle brushes weekly to remove dead hair and keep fur healthy.
Trim their nails. Chihuahua Chihuahuas have very small nails and need to be trimmed frequently to avoid breakage and overgrowth.
Clean their teeth regularly. Chihuahuas have small mouths and may need to be extracted when teeth don't have room to grow. Proper dental care is very important for this breed, and their teeth should be brushed two to three times a week, if not daily.
Bathe the chihuahuas regularly. Chihuahuas don't need to bathe often unless they are dirty, dirty, or sticky. Because puppies have very sensitive skin, they can bathe up to once every other month, and excessive bathing can lead to dry skin, rashes, and irritation.
Chihuahua puppies have thin fur and are very susceptible to extreme temperatures, especially cold. They are bred for the high temperatures of Mexico and usually perform poorly in the cold. If you do live in a chilly area, you need to make sure your Chihuahua stays warm while outdoors.
Chihuahua Chihuahuas have large ears, are prone to pile-up ear droppings and dryness, and need to be cleaned once a week. If you smell or see any pile of ear droppings in their ears, you may need to clean your ears more often.
