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Posted on March 9, 2008 by Sandra Dean | Posted under Pets Dogs
How Fragile Are Chihuahua Puppies
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They make a really good pet for a child if the child is old enough to realize that there are guidelines and boundaries in owning a puppy, especially a toy puppy such as a Chihuahua puppy. Even though Chihuahua puppies are muscular, they are very small and can easily be hurt especially if they are stepped on or rolled on. If the child understands the limitations of owning a Chihuahua puppy, then the puppy will be a great friend to him. It is very important to bathe your Chihuahua puppy at least once a month and brushing your Chihuahua puppy's coat once a week is also highly recommended if you want to maintain a healthy coat for your puppy. If you own a longhaired Chihuahua puppy it is very important to brush your puppy's coat at least twice a week. The long hair on Chihuahua puppies can get tangled quite easily because the coat on a longhaired Chihuahua puppy is long and thin especially around his chin, ears and neck. A good brush will remedy the problems with tangles. It doesn't take long to groom Chihuahua puppies because of their stature and the puppies enjoy all of the attention. Chihuahua puppies are fun to dress in little outfits with matching hair bows. This toy breed is very popular with teenage girls and many celebrities. They are easy and fun to care for. Owning an AKC puppy means your puppy has a specific pedigree. The breeders are very aware of this and should abide by the rules and regulations of the AKC or the American Kennel Council. There are many breeders of Chihuahua puppies and doing your homework on these breeders will save you a major headache in the end. Each of these breeders should provide your puppy with the appropriate AKC papers, be wormed and have its shots. The puppy should also come with a very good health guarantee. If the breeder does not provide you with all of these items, then he is not a reputable breeder and spending your money with him will be a major waste of your time. Contact the AKC for a list of reputable Chihuahua puppy breeders. You should purchase a good crate and a few toys to help make the transition easier to its new home About The Author: Sandra Dean often consults with new puppy owners about proper care and feeding. The grooming of Chihuahua puppies is fairly simple and consists of bathing once a month and bushing once a week. Check with AKC on how to choose the right Chihuahua puppy. |
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