I am considering on getting a chi. I love the way the furry ones look and they are soo cute. But I do not kno much about them. Tell me anything you kno about them Please! Do they eat a lot? Are they loud? Do they need a lot of doctors work? Do they ever get bigger that 6 pounds or so? Do they like being dressed up in clothes? Do they do well with friendly cats around? Do they need a lot of space? Do they have to go outside to use the bathroom a lot? how many times a day, estimetly? Do they like to be picked up and cuddled constantly? (i hope so! lol) PLEASE answer all these questions and anything else you can add, thanks so much. And one more thing, Does anyone know chi breeders in the Wisconsin-Illinios area??? THANKS AGAIN! =]
2006-07-29 17:41:22 · 9 answers · asked by Amanda 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Not so fond of chi......they are yappy little dogs. I, however, have 2 yorkies and i would recommend highly!!! They love to be pampered and held and carried around and dressed up in clothes and bows...or at least mine do. they also demand lots of love and attention....mine are potty pad trained....they do required a lot more grooming than a chi does, but it is so worth it when you see them prancing around in clothes and ponytails and bows!!! Sorry to carry on and on about them, they are just my babies and i wouldn't trade them for the world.....good luck on your decision about a chihuahua!!
2006-07-29 18:11:20 · answer #1 · answered by dragonfly 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Chihuahuas are the best. They are the ultimate lap dog, wanting only to be by your side and in your heart. They eat very little because of their small size. Most chis are a very healthy breed, but be sure to check out your breeder well. Breed standard is not over 6 lb, but I have seen ourebred chis over 10. They wear clothes well if you get them started at an early age. They can do well with cats if introduced to them at an early age. They will use the bathroom more often than large dogs because they are small and cannot hold it as long. However they can be trained to use a litterbox, or do well with puppy pads. I use baby crib pads with mine. Like I said, ultimate lap dog. The need, demad lots of attention, love going places with you. They also should be free fed, where the food is left out all the time, because they are prone to low blood sugar.
2006-07-29 17:49:33 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The long coat chis require more grooming. They are very loyal to their family. As with all puppies they pee/poop alot. They do not eat alot and should not be overfed. Mine is 3 yrs old and feed him in the morning & at dinner time (puppies are different though)...this way I know when he has to poop. They can be trained to go out and use puppy pads...mine uses both(doesn't like rain/cold weather) You really need to check the breeder out extremely well, there are so many BYB out there, and although these puppies are cute they are being bred with genetic problems which are extremely costly. PLEASE PLEASE if you do decide to get one from a breeder the pup should stay with mom and siblings for at least 10-12 weeks. They learn/need that. Have you considered adopting a rescue?? Petfinder.com is a great place to check out. They have puppies and adults if interested. Chi's are very social IF brought up that way. Mine is not a yapper, you must train them...they are alot of work as with any puppy/dog. Be expected to devote alot of time and patience to this little guy/gal. I highly recommend the book "Chihuahuas for Dummies" BEFORE you get your chi. Also Yahoo has "groups" There is a Chi group online thru Yahoo that you could join. You will learn ALOT of important info on health and taking care of your chi. Good Luck. Sorry for writting a book! They LOVE, LOVE, LOVE to cuddle and be the center of attention!!
2006-07-30 01:32:30 · answer #3 · answered by gloriab61 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Be very careful when getting a chihuahua, as MANY (not all) of them are fear-biters. When you go to a breeder (do NOT get them from pet stores, most are puppy-milled because of their popularity) make sure the parents are nice friendly handleable dogs. Other than that, treat them like any other breed of dog, and make SURE they get LOTS of socializaton so they do not grow up to bite. I'm not prejudiced towards chihuahuas, but I have worked in a vet hospital for almost all my life and I've only known a handful of chihuahua's that I would trust not to bite me. Good luck!
2006-07-29 18:07:15 · answer #4 · answered by Robin 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
"human beings have already requested me if i will breed her because they choose a domestic dog," Asking is under no circumstances a assure. once you've a sequence record of approved customers and brought deposits then you somewhat can communicate. or perhaps then what you do not promote will already have a house - with you. actually there are better than adequate poorly bred chihuahuas available. yet superb it really is what you choose to carry close and do previously breeding no longer merely the basics. that variety of mentality will kill your canines. -How does she in good structure the conventional. discover someone who knows the breed to have her evaluated. -how a lot does she weigh? below 3lbs? No breeding. Over six? No breeding because she's out of everyday. -Have her pedigree? discover ideas on the dogs in her historic past -considering that I doubt you stricken to purchase from a sturdy breeder searching up records on her siblings it unnecessary -Have the following clearances done - OFA patella and cardiac. CERF -Its continually risky to reproduce a canines. Breeding your canines skill you well known and settle for the actual incontrovertible reality that regardless of the appropriate care and vet help she ought to nonetheless die and also you need to finally end up without domestic dogs -variety a sturdy relationship with your vet, you're going to verify on it -discover the right stud, individual who compliments her faults no longer merely any previous flea bag with testicles. -examining each and every thing on breeding, being pregnant, whelping and domestic dog elevating you'll discover. -no longer previously the age of two and under no circumstances after the age of 5 for a first muddle. i ought to on yet something tells me you gained't even do 0.5 of this. spay your canines and discover yet another interest.
2016-11-26 23:09:35 · answer #5 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wow...you are NOT READY for ANY dog!! You obviously don't know ANYTHING about dogs in general,let alone by breed!
GO DO YOUR HOMEWORK FIRST!! Go to the AKC site & READ the BREED STANDARD!!! At least you can SPELL it correctly,that's a start!
#1= NO DOG likes to picked up & MAULED/squeezed/cuddled!!! get a teddybear
#2= "furry"??? NOT!!! They come smooth or LONG!
#3=etc.etc. GO RESEARCH!
2006-07-30 01:59:08 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
i have a chi. she is great, a barker though! clothes are not her thing, though i didn't have her as a pup. if you get one young enough you shouldn't have any problems familiarizing him/her with being dressed!!! an a++++choice for a dog! they are lovers!!!
2006-07-29 17:47:01 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I HAVE 3 CHIHUAHUAS. THEY DON'T EAT A WHOLE LOT, LOVE TO BE HELD AND LOVE TO BARK. MINE WEIGHS 10 LBS., 9 LBS., AND 5 LBS. I NEVER DRESS MINE IN CLOTHES. I THINK IT IS CRUEL. MY DOGS BARK CONSTANTLY AT MY NEIGHBORS CATS.
2006-07-29 17:48:37 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
http://www.pets.ca/breedprofiles/a/chihuahua-long/c9.htm
2006-07-29 17:48:12 · answer #9 · answered by spaceytracey3 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋