And Chihuahua dog adoption is an easy way to bring one into your home. Before you do though, it’s very important to understand both the Pros and the Cons of ownership before proceeding adoption or rescue.
The Pros:
Chihuahuas are adorable. They are the perpetual puppy.
These little guys are perfect for apartment dwellers. Because of their pocket size, an apartment provides plenty of room for a Chihuahua to move around during the day. You’ll still need to take them out for walks though!
Known for being “yappy”, Chihuahua’s make great watchdogs. They are territorial, and although not physically frightening, their consistent warning alarm can be very foreboding for a potential burglar.
Chihuahua puppies can be taught to use a litter box or artificial grass area. This is a huge advantage in the middle of the night or on a rainy day! There is also a wonderful Dog Training Pad that can be purchased that uses “puppy pads” that are scented to encourage your puppy to go.
The short hair variety are easy to groom. The long hair type isn’t that difficult either. They need to be bathed and have their nails clipped monthly, but that is about it.
In general, when these little guys have good health and feel loved and cared for by their owners, they have a long lifespan. They can live anywhere from 10-14 years.
The Cons:
Due to their tiny size, Chihuahuas can injure easily. Owners must be very careful not to step on, drop or drop something on top of their little Chi.
Chihuahuas and toddlers don’t mix. Young children may not realize how fragile they are, or may think it is a toy. It’s easy to accidentally drop or step on one. Care must always be taken due to their being so fragile.
These dogs do not like cold weather. They are considered “hairless” and they are true heat-seekers. MostChi’s hate cold or wet weather and will do just about anything to avoid it. Care must be taken to ensure your dog has a COVERED bed to snuggle in and warm clothes if brought outside in bad weather. We like this one. We like this one best because the top part of the bed, the cover, is heavy enough for the dog to burrow for warmth, and it stays covered. Some others are too light and do not stay covered. Or they have a foam insert and it doesn’t actually cover the dog well.
Same as number 3 above, these guys duetend to bark – A LOT. If you live close to neighbors, or can’t tolerate the “warnings”, then this breed may not be your best choice.
Generally, Chihuahuas are friendly, cuddly and fun! Take care to ensure they are the right choice for your family. They are one of the most popular breeds abandoned to shelters. This can be avoided with doing your adoption homework before bringing a puppy home.
You’ve seen them on TV shows. You’ve seen them on Commercials. Tiny Chihuahua dogs have received a lot of attention from the media lately due to their participation in various television programs and movies. In addition, certain unnamed celebrities, (cough – Paris Hilton) popularized this trend by carrying a cute little white Chi around as a fashion accessory. This helped to popularize the notion of the chihuahua dog as docile little “toys”. Easy to handle. Never making a fuss. And always cute. Afterall, you can literally fit one into a handbag. You can’t really blame us for falling in love them I guess. These little dogs are simply adorable.
You’ve probably heard people talking about Chihuahuas and using terms like: ‘teacup chihuahua’, ‘mini chihuahua’, ‘deer head’, ‘apple head’ and ‘toy’. You might be thinking that there are many different types of Chihuahuas however, these terms are only casual terms and not used formally. Teacup Chihuahua generally being the most common. This term is generally used to describe the smallest version of a Chihuahua. However, the truth is there is no official recognition given to the term “Mini” Chihuahua or “Teacup” Chihuahua.. The only officially recognized breed of Chihuahuas are the short hair and long hair exclusively.
So the truth about Chihuahuas is, yes, they’re cute and they’re small but they are also they’re loyal, playful, smart and they make great companions. All in all, few can ever say no to these wonderful little doggies.
Before adopting a teacup chiwawa, however, its a good idea to learn some of the advantages and drawbacks of owning one. Although teacups are small in size, it doesn’t mean they’re necessarily easy to handle. In fact, some can create a lot of chaos in a small package.
Mini Chihuahua care can be a breeze if you are aware of a few of the drawbacks ahead of time:
One, they can become rather possessive. They love their owners and their toys. They love their other dog companions very much.
Two, while not consistent in all dogs, some have the tendency to bark in excess. They have a reputation of being “A yapper”.
Three, sometimes it proves a bit tricky to train one.
Four, they can become ill rather easily.
Five, they can be vulnerable to injury due to their tiny size.
All warnings aside, owning a mini Chihuahua brings with it many more joys than disadvantages. They are loyal companions and friends. They are loving and lovable little clowns. Some, despite their diminutive size become perfect watchdogs. They are social animal and love attention. And, they are perfect for those who live in apartments. And much more, of course. This is just a small taste of all the joy you can likely expect from your new little Chiwawa dog.
that can be purchased that uses “puppy pads” that are scented to encourage your puppy to go.
We like this one best because the top part of the bed, the cover, is heavy enough for the dog to burrow for warmth, and it stays covered. Some others are too light and do not stay covered. Or they have a foam insert and it doesn’t actually cover the dog well.
