Chihuahuas

In This Chapter Turning your Chi’s crate into a home Housetraining without havoc Teaching a few essential words Eliminating barking, nipping, and other little problems Do you know why Toy dogs have a bad reputation for being yappy, hard to housetrain, and possessive? Because so many owners let little pets get away with rudeness. I’m…

In This Chapter Bonding with your Chihuahua Reading your dog’s body language Socializing your Chi at home Opening the door to an outdoor social life Teaching basic lead manners Working with an older Chi You can raise a puppy only once, so if you’re lucky enough to have the opportunity, make the most of it….

In This Chapter Exercising and bonding with your Chi Teaching your petite player new games Seniorcizing with your mature dog Although Chihuahuas are small enough critters to get a good workout in a one-room apartment, many become obese because their owners don’t encourage them to be active. Poor owners (and Chis). They don’t know how…

In This Chapter Reviewing Chihuahua coat care Checking your Chi’s ears Brushing up on teeth, toenail, and eye care Executing bathtime with a Chi You want some really good news? Less than five minutes of daily grooming keeps your Chihuahua squeaky clean! But the benefits of grooming go way beyond time considerations. Brushing, for instance,…