Health Articles

Should I let my chihuahua off-lead?

  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...

Can my chihuahua catch cold or flu from me?

Can my dog catch a cold from me? A common question when flue season hits is 'Can my dog catch a cold from me?' If you are under the duvet watching 'Cash in the Attic' your chi chi is not going to catch a cold from you. But, he can still catch a cold or at least the...

Everything you need to know about dog poo

Let's talk about dog poo If you have a dog or two you spend a lot of time talking about dog poo. If you have chihuahuas you spend a lot of time picking up poo. How your dog's poo looks is a good barometer of their health. So, taking time out to have a look at dog poo...

How often should you bath your chihuahua?

Does your chihuahua run around like a nutcase once he's had a bath? This is unofficially called the ‘zoomies' and can be comical to watch, but the reason they do it is to relieve the stress of being bathed. How often you need to bath your chihuahua is a question we...