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Why adopting a senior chihuahua might be right for you

Why adopt a senior chihuahua? Chihuahuas are super cute, and when puppies or young dogs end up in shelters they are often the first out the door. A senior chihuahua, who is a bit grey around the muzzle, may find it harder to find a new forever home. A chihuahua can be...

Has your chihuahua got you licked?

Why do dogs lick? Chihuahuas do like to lick. Some more than others but in general they are a very licky kind of dog and will concentrate on licking each other’s ears and faces. They also like to lick their favourite people. Minnie loves to lick children, mainly...

Just how smart is your chihuahua?

Just how smart is your chihuahua? Anyone who has a chihuahua knows they are intelligent and sassy. But just how smart is your chihuahua when they are compared to other dogs? Chihuahuas have the biggest brain to body size ratio of any dog breed, but they are not ranked...

Chihuahuas and Children: Can they get along?

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...