Chihuahuas

In This Chapter Meeting Chihuahua actors, performers, and “authors” Catching up with an inspiring Chihuahua Discovering dog stars and stars’ dogs Thanks to television and movies, most of today’s pop culture enthusiasts admire, or at least are amused by, famous Chihuahuas. Yet, artists and entertainers adored this bright breed long before television was invented and…

In This Chapter Finding clubs for Chihuahua lovers Gathering info on Chis and Chi breeders Adopting a homeless Chi Enjoying just-for-fun stuff for people and their dogs The Internet is often called the “Information Superhighway” because you can find info about everything and anything while cruising along its wide lanes. But, like the gorgeous Alaska…

In This Chapter Researching the puppy’s family and history Making sure your puppy is healthy Getting everything in writing The best place to buy a healthy Chihuahua is from a breeder. Beware of puppies being sold by middle-people. For example, no matter how clean the pet shop seems, that appealing pup in the window may…

In This Chapter Watching for signs of sickness or injury Dealing with emergencies and transportation Popping your Chi’s pills Understanding ailments specific to Chihuahuas Maintaining your old dog’s comfort Facing the facts of life and death Although prevention is still the best plan when it comes to health care, being perceptive and prepared run a…

In This Chapter Selecting your Chihuahua’s veterinarian Fostering a healthy pet-patient relationship Covering all the essentials during the initial checkup Preventing problems through vaccinations and altering Giving medicine to your Chi Implanting permanent identification Next to you, no one is more important to your little Pepe’s health than his veterinarian. That’s why choosing his vet…

In This Chapter Enhancing your dog’s natural ability with obedience Earning the Canine Good Citizen certificate Introducing agility and therapy training Turning your Chihuahua into a trickster Reviewing the ins and outs of showing your Chihuahua Do you want to show the world your wonderful Chihuahua? Would you like to partner with your dog to…

In This Chapter Curbing your Chi’s crying and barking Continuing or correcting your housetraining Addressing behaviors such as humping and possessiveness Understanding and combating separation anxiety Uh oh! Chief Chihuahua rules at your house. He growls when someone tries to sit in his chair, barks as loud and as long as he pleases, refuses to…