Many people are eager to bring a little Chihuahua puppy into their lives and hearts, and if you’re one of those people, you’ll want your new little friend to grow up healthy, strong and well adjusted. After all, you’ll want your dog to be loyal, devoted and not likely to experience problems that can be avoided.
Chihuahuas are very small, adorable dogs and have become incredibly popular due to all the photographs of celebrities out and about with their Chihuahuas sitting nice and cozy in their special carriers or tucked under their owners’ arms. But before you rush out and buy a Chihuahua and a carrier, you should take some time to learn about this engaging breed of dogs. That way you’ll be able to know whether one of these little dogs would be the right dog for you.
It’s fairly easy to find Chihuahua puppies for sale. With the Internet and all the resources we now have, it’s easy to find breeders. But, finding the right breeder or other place to get your puppy can be a more difficult task. Once you find the right breeder, you’ll be able to choose the right puppy.
Breeders use an assortment of terms when they’re describing Chihuahuas, including “Standard,” “Miniature,” “Tiny Toy,” “Pocket Size” and “Teacup.” More than anything else, these terms are a type of marketing gimmick the breeders use to charge more for their puppies. They don’t really relate to the breed standard in any way. True Chihuahua fanciers describe their dogs as having either apple or deer heads. A dog with an apple head has a short nose and a rounded head that reminds some people of an apple, while a dog with a deer head has a longer nose and head. Knowing these terms can be helpful while you’re looking for a Chihuahua puppy because they’ll help you avoid paying an inflated price for a Teacup or Tiny Toy Chihuahua when according to the Chihuahua breed standard there really isn’t any such thing.
Chihuahua puppies are both adorable and tiny, but it’s important to keep in mind that they are living, breathing creatures and they are not toys, despite some of the names used to describe them. Chihuahuas need the same sorts of things that all dogs need, including proper training and socialization with people and other dogs. If you have kids of your own or your dog will ever interact with or be around children, make sure you expose your Chihuahua to kids while it’s still a young puppy so it can get used to being around them. If you don’t socialize your Chihuahua properly, you’ll probably end up with a dog that is fixated on one individual and does not mix well with children or other dogs.
Poorly-bred Chihuahuas are often prone to illness and can have tendencies toward aggression. This makes it essential for you to thoroughly research the parents and grandparents of the puppy you’re considering – you’ll want to make sure the family line does not have a history of health problems or personality issues. You’ll want to make sure the Chihuahua puppy you’re getting will be healthy and happy before bringing it home to become a member of your family. Taking the time to research and make an informed choice when you’re buying your new Chihuahua puppy can make the entire experience of owning one of these appealing little dogs highly rewarding and enjoyable.
