
Hi, I’m Cathy Bendzunas, and probably like you, I love Chihuahuas! Kilo (pictured with me below) was my first Chi but I have been a lifelong dog owner and lover.

Kilo passed away in June 2017 and at the end of July, I adopted Lucas, a 2-year-old Chihuahua-Yorkie mix. He is one of 4 dogs that live with me along with 5 Sugar Gliders and an Asian Fire-Belly frog.

Several years ago I adopted a pretty little 6-pound Lucy. She is the sweetest, calmest little dog I have ever seen and every time I sit down, she is in my lap. The ultimate lap dog.

Before I had Kilo, I never knew what special little dogs Chihuahuas were. I have lived and worked with dogs all my life. I would love to have another one…or two…or three.
Although not a Chihuahua, I also have the sweetest little Yorkie you could ever meet, named Ziggy.

I also got a second Yorkie, an all-black puppy named Bear.

I have been a dog groomer, worked in a Pet Hotel at PetSmart, and worked in a kennel. I used to breed and show Yorkshire Terriers many years ago.
One of my rescues was a therapy dog for several nursing homes and a local disabled children’s home. I currently do some pet sitting though I have scaled back my client list as I have gotten older. So you can see I’m a lifelong pet lover!
Anyway, I decided I wanted to start a website, really a community, where others who love the Chihuahua dog breed can share our problems, heartbreaks, and the joys we have with our Chi babies along with providing info that pet parents need.
I’m an experienced dog mom who shares what I know about Chihuahuas and dogs in general. Some of what I share are researched facts; some of it is what I have learned from living and working with dogs all my life, and some is just my opinion or the opinion of other pet parents. Please check with your veterinarian before taking medical advice, introducing a new food, treat or supplement, or to confirm anything else I suggest here to be sure it is a good fit for your dog.
Our Veterinarians
Most of our health-related articles are fact-checked and certified by veterinarians. Meet our vets:
First, we have Dr. Paula Simons an Emergency and Critical Care Resident who aspires to be a veterinary criticalist. She is originally from Pennsylvania but ventured to Canada where she pursued veterinary school and a rotating internship before returning to the United States.
She is passionate about supporting pets and humans during their times of need. She has a special interest in critical care nutrition and trauma. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, volunteering abroad, and spending quality time with her cats Moo and Kal.

Next, we have Sara Ochoa, DVM graduated from St. George’s University Veterinary School in 2015. Since then, she has been at a small and exotic animal practice in Texas. In her free time, she loves making quilts and spending time with her husband Greg and their 4 fur kids. Two dogs, Ruby a Schnoodle, and Bug a Japanese Chin, one cat named OJ, and a leopard tortoise named Monkey.

Please feel free to email me if you have any questions at cathy@ilovemychi.com

Eric matson
Friday 20th of January 2023
Hi I have been a subscriber for some time I have 2 chi's Poquito and Franki
Cathy
Saturday 21st of January 2023
That's great Eric. 2 chis are better than 1.
Sharon
Friday 9th of December 2022
I'm so glad I found your website. I look forward to every one. Thank you so much for all the articles you post. I have found many very helpful. I'm a first time Chihuahua owner and I learn something every time I read your emails. I pray you get rid of the cancer. Know you are very much appreciated. Thank you.
Cathy
Saturday 10th of December 2022
Thank you Sharon!
stephanie Vallejo
Wednesday 30th of June 2021
Hi My Name Is Stephanie Morales And i Really Won't a puppy that i will love and hold in my arm's and he will be my baby
Nance
Wednesday 1st of April 2020
Can someone give me advice on food for your chi's? I have 2 and they are so picky. I wish they would run to their food.
Thanks in advance
Cathy
Thursday 2nd of April 2020
I have heard that picky dogs love Royal Canin for chihuahuas. My Ziggy is picky and will not eat kibble. But he likes the fresh delivered meals like Ollies, PetPlate, The Farmers Dog, etc. It's more expensive than kibble but much healthier too. You can also make the same kind of food at home for them. We have an article on that here: https://ilovemychi.com/make-your-own-dog-food/
Anni
Thursday 13th of February 2020
Hi, Cathy! Just now seeing this - forgot to check “notify me box!” Yup . . . discretion is the better part of being a superlative Dog Mum! ✨♥️?♥️✨