by Louise Kirby | May 7, 2019 | Behaviour, chihuahua agression, furniture guarding, possessive behaviour
Does your chihuahua growl at your partner when they come near? If your chihuahua growls at other members of the family when they come near you, this is your chihuahua warning others to stay away from you. Do you think your chihuahua is trying to protect you? Sorry...
by Louise Kirby | Apr 29, 2019 | Behaviour, fear based aggression, possessive behaviour
When it seems your chihuahua hates your partner, it can cause a lot of tension and unhappiness in the household. But, don’t despair it’s more common than you think. ‘My chihuahua hates my partner and growls at him’ is one of the more common question...
by Louise Kirby | Nov 11, 2018 | Fun, Health, Socialisation, Training
Deciding to let your chihuahua off-lead can seem daunting. What if he runs away? What if another dog attacks him or what if he attacks another dog or gets stolen? If you live in the United States you have other worries like coyotes, snakes and bears that might...
by Louise Kirby | Dec 4, 2017 | Behaviour, Characteristics, Socialisation, Training
Chihuahuas and children When it comes to picking a family dog, if you have children, a chihuahua may not be an ideal fit. They have a reputation for being snappy and slightly neurotic and are not always a fan of children themselves. Another consideration is that...
by Louise Kirby | Dec 4, 2017 | Behaviour, Characteristics, chihuahua agression, First Aid, Health, Safety, teeth
How to tell your dog is in pain 7 signs your dog is in pain When it comes to showing pain, dogs can be quite stoic and will often try to hide or ignore the pain as much as possible. Dog behaviourists believe this is down to a survival instinct when showing pain would...