Why does my chihuahua shiver when i pet her or when ever?
2007-03-22 15:05:15 · 8 answers · asked by Niki 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Its just their nature and they are nervous dogs, dont worry its not anything that you are doing chihuahuas will be chihuahuas, I am not a pro on chihuahuas I just recently aquired one but she is adorable!!!! I didnt like any of the yahoo answers on naming her I named her DOLLIE I know pretty basic dog name (PRETTY ORIGINAL HU??) but ya know it fits her to the tee...
2007-03-22 15:17:29 · answer #1 · answered by dog hunter 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
As I'm sure you know, most Chiahuahua's are naturally highstrung. I have known some that shiver almost constantly, but especially when excited or nervous. It's nothing to worry about if she's doing it when she is obviously not cold (ie. summer, under a blanket . . . etc).
However, you should definitely be concerned about her temperature, just in case, especially since it is winter now. The best way to tell is to touch her feet when she is shivering. If her paws feel cold, you may want to consider purchasing her a sweater to wear, although not all dogs will tolerate them. She may also enjoy sleeping with a blanket, if she doesn't already, and as long as she won't be tempted to chew it.
Overall, it's really nothing to be worried about.
2007-03-22 15:18:38 · answer #2 · answered by Last But Not Least 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Chihuahua's are the smallest dog in the world. when they were cross bred, (to make them smaller) they lost a large amount of fat reserve that surrounds the liver. By making this breed of dog we have actually caused somewhat of a genetic "defect". This defect is very similar to the human disease called diabetes. The Chihuahua has a very small amount of fat around the liver, and a very fast paced heart. they are easily stressed and can even suffer from hypoglycemia.
chi-chi- shivers is quite common and expected with this breed, and its a normal condition that was bred into the dog genetically.
2007-03-22 15:25:45 · answer #3 · answered by dawn_in_daytona 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i ahve a chi and she is 11 monthes old. Chihuahuas are cold natured animals thats why i always keep a sweater on her or a sweater close by. If u let your chi get too cold she/he can get sick
2007-03-22 15:09:56 · answer #4 · answered by Lupita06 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
'cause it's a chihuahua and it's what they do
2007-03-22 15:10:02 · answer #5 · answered by lizzy 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
She is nervous. You need to socialize her.
2007-03-22 20:14:59 · answer #6 · answered by Elena 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
your dogs cold
2007-03-22 15:14:50 · answer #7 · answered by Marissa 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
SHES COLD
2007-03-22 15:11:03 · answer #8 · answered by Daisy 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋