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Chihuahua Puppies – Two Effective Tips In Small Dog Care
You may have seen them and read about them – the Chihuahua, one of the most popular toy dog breeds. No surprise many are looking into raising Chihuahua puppies. Chihuahua pups tend to have a small head shaped like an apple, a terrier-like pointed muzzle, and a tendency to be emotionally attached to its owner. You’re going to have to become a dedicated owner if you are to properly take care of your Chihuahua puppies. Still, if you labor to take care of a Chihuahua since puppyhood, the payoff is worth it; your pet will return your devotion assuredly. This short piece outlines some ways to better care for your Chihuahua pups.
1. Preparing your home to take in pups is vital – the items you will need
You can’t just empty a small box and use an old blanket and an unused pillow thrown in, and call that a puppy bed – you need more items. Pups need to be confined, so you want a crate or pen ready, along with provisions for potty solutions and food – a litter box, lots of newspapers and potty pads, a food and dog bowl.
You want to be able to house train your pups as early as possible, so preparing these items are important. This particular breed tends to pee and poop often and gives no warning about it – so remember that. The first few months you must be consistent in overseeing their regular feeding and potting. A certain pattern must be established as far as relieving themselves go; in that regard, after the pups wake up, after play, and when you arrive from work, you can take them out to potty. You need to prepare a lot of newspapers all over your house, so as to reduce the instances of potty accidents – you don’t want to clean up unexpectedly.
2. Feed your Chihuahua puppies 3 small meals per day.
Controlled scheduled feeding is important – you don’t want these pups overfed. Only a small stomach resides in that small body frame, so take it easy. But they have a faster metabolism compared to other breeds. So small and frequent feedings are the norm. Their blood sugar must always be on an even keel, and for that to happen these dogs must always be able to eat when needed. If there’s one dog species that’s especially susceptible to Hypoglycemia, or low blood sugar, it’s this breed. You should also avoid feeding them food scraps, since they can be picky eaters – you don’t want them to eventually dislike dog food.
Keeping your pups safe – be sure to protect them from the weather, some physical conditions. They need to be dressed or properly wrapped up when cold.
You already the know the world’s smallest dog breed, the Chihuahua. Being so small and cute has a prices, and it comes in the form of not being physically “sturdy” compared to other medium and larger sized dogs. Still, they can extremely loyal. When you plan to get Chihuahuas, especially Chihuahua puppies, it’s recommended you get in touch with a breeder whose background you can check.
