by Louise Kirby | May 9, 2024 | Health, heart health in chihuahuas, senior chihuahua, teeth
Recently, Mika, who is now 14, was diagnosed with a heart murmur. The vet picked it up during a routine exam; he showed no outward signs of anything being wrong, so I was shocked. A heart murmur is an abnormal sound heard during the heartbeat cycle. It’s caused...
by Louise Kirby | Mar 20, 2024 | barking, Behaviour, chihuahua agression
What drives chihuahua excitement at the door? Various factors contribute to chihuahua excitement at the door. Doors play a significant role in a dog’s daily experiences, as this area of the house often becomes a focal point for anxiety-driven barking and...
by Louise Kirby | Feb 16, 2024 | Grooming, Health
Do you worry when it’s time to cut your chihuahua’s nails. Keeping your chihuahua’s toenails well maintained is an important part of dog ownership. Although chihuahuas have minimal grooming requirements, keeping their toenails trimmed is one aspect of grooming that...
by Louise Kirby | Nov 16, 2023 | Allergies, Reverse sneezing
e What is chihuahua reverse sneezing? Chihuahua reverse sneezing (paroxysmal respiration) is when the dog rapidly pulls air into the nose, whereas in a regular sneeze, the air is rapidly pushed out through the nose. Sneezing can be cause by irritants from...
by Louise Kirby | Nov 1, 2023 | Behaviour, Health
Guest post from Laura Lambert Dragonfly Productshttps://dragonflyproducts.co.uk/ Chihuahuas, the pocket-sized pups with huge personalities, are loved for their charming disposition and endearing quirks. As a Chihuahua owner, you understand that these little dogs have...
