Chihuahuas are a relatively healthy breed but there are some health issues to be aware of.
Bringing home a new chihuahua puppy is a very exciting time! You’re setting yourself up foryears worth of love, snuggles, and happy memories. But whether you are new to the breed or not, there are some things all pet owners should know in order to keep their furry family members safe and healthy. Puppies are …
This is not something any dog owner ever wants to experience, but dogs (just like other living creatures) develop illnesses and diseases. One such illness is diabetes. Typically, this is ‘sugar diabetes’ and usually affects older dogs. While diabetes cannot be cured, it can be managed and controlled in similar ways to humans. As well …
Bleeding gums, problems chewing, and bad breath is all signs of canine gum disease. Small breeds like chihuahuas, are specially prone to dental problems. Find out how to prevent this common problem in dogs. Gum disease in dogs is surprisingly common, with up to eighty-five percent of dogs having some degree of it – and …
I got my Ziggy at 3 months old and when I had the vet check him out, they told me he had hip dysplasia. He said it was fine now but as he aged it may become a problem. My elderly large dog Roxy had this too so I do have some knowledge about it. …
Learn what symptoms are associated with canine tick bites and how to protect dogs from exposure. Dogs owners that live in or travel through high-risk areas for ticks should know how to recognize possible exposure and know what to do in case of a bite. What are Ticks? And What do They Do? Ticks are …