Chihuahua Care

Besides you, no one is more important to your little Chi’s health than his veterinarian. That’s why choosing his vet, is probably the most important decision you will ever make for your little amigo. Here we’re going to talk about different ways to track down those veterinarians, who will fit the most to your Chihuahua’s needs.

how fit is your chihuahua
Beyond weight and diet, if your Chihuahua is sedentary, elderly, or has developed back or joint problems or any condition, such as hip dysplasia, get him checked before you embark on a fitness program. Most dogs can increase their activity levels without any problem, but particular activities sometimes need to […]

How Fit Is Your Chihuahua?

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signs-of-a-healthy-chihuahua
There’s a few things to look for when it comes to signs of a healthy Chihuahua. The following describes four signs you can monitor: Gum Color: The simplest yet most overlooked checkpoint is your dog\’92s gum color. Looking at the gums is so simple, yet virtually no one does it […]

Signs Of A Healthy Chihuahua

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choosing-a-good-veterinarian
  Toy dogs like Chihuahuas have special needs, and also specific problems. Therefore you need to choose a vet who likes and understands Toy dogs. You may have some excellent choices right in your town, or you may have to drive 50 miles to visit the veterinarian most of the […]

Choosing A Good Veterinarian

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getting-ready-for-the-vet
  Don’t wait! Ideally, the all-important, first vet visit should happen as soon as your Chihuahua gets home. That’s because the normal, safe age most puppies get adopted away from mom is between the 6th-and 8th-week birthday- and this is exactly the stage at which they most need vaccines, special […]

Getting Ready For The Vet

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common-dog-vaccinations
  It’s very important to keep up with different dog vaccinations for your Chi, if your breeder hasn’t took care of that already. If it has been awhile since you had a new puppy, you may think all vaccination programs are similar. They used to be, but they aren’t anymore. […]

Common Dog Vaccinations

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spaying and neutering a chihuahua
Spaying and neutering is one of the valuable decisions a dog owner can make. With this single choice you are increasing your Chihuahua’s potential life span, as well as helping to control the ever-growing pet population. With the number of unwanted animals entering US shelters each year totaling upwards of […]

Spaying And Neutering Your Chi

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complementary-dog-medicine
  There’s a few complementary dog medicine, what you can use to help your Chihuahua to stay healthy. Years ago, treatments such as veterinary acupuncture and chiropractic were unheard of among pet owners, but these complementary therapies are now being offered and used regularly throughout the veterinary world. Once labeled […]

Complementary Dog Medicine

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emergency-first-aid-for-dogs
Knowing how to offer first aid for dogs, can be crucial when it comes to different medical emergencies. If your Chihuahua is involved in an accident, the most important thing for you to do is remain calm. Not only can rash actions spurred by anxiety make your dog’s situation even […]

Emergency First Aid For Dogs

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choosing dog health insurance
Generally, dog health insurance protects you from large unexpected veterinary bills. The age-old saying “An apple a day keeps the doctor away” is a reminder that no one likes going to the doctor, and that includes our dogs going to the veterinarian. However, there will come a time when we […]

Choosing Dog Health Insurance

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