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Why anal glands can be a pain in the ass

What are anal glands? When your chihuahua has anal gland problems it really is a pain in the arse, for both you and your chihuahua. Anal glands are two little sacs of fluid that sit just inside your dog's rectum. Their job is to produce his signature scent that he...

Titre testing, why is it good for your chihuahua?

Is a titre test better for our chihuahua? Can a titre test be better for our chihuahuas than the booster vaccinations? Owners are still unsure about vaccinations and many have never heard of titre testing. So, here are the questions that most dog owners ask. What is a...

Leptospirosis: should we be vaccinating against it?

Last week when I took Mika to the vet I was offered the opportunity to vaccinate team chi against Leptospirosis. Given a list of the possible symptoms outlined by the vet, on the face of it, it seemed like a good idea. But, because I am naturally a suspicious person,...

Why is my chihuahua shivering?

Why does my chihuahua shiver? It isn't uncommon to see a chihuahua shivering. Some chihuahuas shiver all the time and others only occasionally. I don't think I have ever seen Minnie shiver, but she is long haired and larger than average. Arlo does, if he is stressed....