Wondering when do Chihuahuas stop growing? Perhaps you want to know how big your Chihuahua will get or how tall it will be once it is fully grown. Chihuahuas stop growing around 10-12 months of age but many factors can affect your Chi’s growth rate. In this guide, I will tell you all about when […] More
Why do Chihuahuas eyes water? If you are reading this, your Chi probably has tear stains. Chihuahuas are generally known for their large watery eyes and that can cause their eyes to develop unsightly tear stains. Moreover, constant eye water can also lead to eye boogers or discharge. In severe cases, constant eye watering or […] More
How to stop Chihuahua from biting? The other day, I was looking to de-worm my 8-year old Chihuahua, Bella. I added the deworming pills in some melted cheese, but, smart cookie that she is, she just licked the cheese leaving the tablets behind. When I went to pick them up, she thought I was taking […] More
Why do Chihuahuas sleep so much? Given a choice, my 8-year old Chihuahua Bella would gladly spend all day under the covers. The above question was posed by my neighbor who also has a Chihuahua and we got discussing about how much these small dogs sleep! It is normal for Chihuahuas to spend 9-10 hours […] More
Why do Chihuahuas cry? We discovered that our Chihuahua Bella cried real tears each time we returned home after a long trip and after we picked her up from the pet hostel. The moment we brought her home, she would snuggle close to my husband, look at him with watery eyes, and make a sound […] More
Why do Chihuahuas lick so much? As I write this, my Chihuahua Bella is licking my leg under the table where I work. I know that it is her way of showing love and affection and also to thank me for the meal she just had. Don’t worry, it is just a few licks – […] More
Do Chihuahuas like to swim? Now that summer is here, we all want our pets to have fun with us at the beach or in the pool. The answer to the question: ‘Do Chihuahuas like to swim’ is no, mostly, they don’t since they are small dogs and that makes them insecure, even fearful, of […] More
Can Chihuahuas live outside? Since ours is an active family, we are always hiking or camping outdoors. Naturally, we have wondered often whether we can take our Chihuahua on these trips. Turns out that Chis do not do too well outdoors. Don’t get me wrong: they love being outdoors and will gladly join you on […] More
Are Chihuahuas Good with Kids? The answer depends on the age of the kids in question and also your pet’s training and socialization. My 8-year-old female Chihuahua Bella is very sweet and generally quite good with kids. However, my neighbor’s Chi has been known to get aggressive with their baby. (Not the Chi’s fault: the […] More
Why does my Chihuahua snort like a pig? Our Chihuahua is adorable and she sleeps at my feet as I type this. She is snoring today, although she often makes those snorting noises which make her sound just like a pig! The good news is that most types of snorting is normal in dogs. However, […] More
Thinking of adopting a Chi but wondering ‘Do Chihuahuas shed a lot?’ Then you’ve come to the right place! In this guide, I will tell you all about Chihuahua’s shedding: how much is too much, what constitutes normal shedding, as well as the factors that trigger abnormal shedding in Chihuahuas. I will also discuss some […] More
Are Chihuahuas better in pairs? Yes, Chi-Chi pairing is a good one since both dogs have the same energy levels and similar personality. Are you planning on getting two Chihuahuas? Then it is a good decision and soon you will be experiencing a lot of Chiwawa love! If you already have a Chi at home […] More