Anxiety in Chihuahuas

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1. I adopted a hurricane Katrina rescue, Lily is a Chiwinie and suffers from PTSD. I adopted Lily not only for my love for dogs but because I too am a PTSD patient and can relate with her 100%. I have tried everything on the market, from the thunder shirt to every new product that’s sworn to help and absolutely nothing has helped. Our biggest problem with Lily is traveling, she loves riding on the car, just for no more than five minutes. So we tried a new trick on our trip to Northern California, we gave her a couple of drops of valerian and we gave her a buffalo ear to chew on….the back seat was very quiet, after about an hour I turned back and Lily was out (asleep), nevertheless hugging the unfinished buffalo ear….300 miles later she woke up, to pee, drink water and continue on her mission with the ear…it worked that’s all that mattered, she’s been able to travel the entire Baja and has sunbathed in white sand, all thanks to valerian drops and buffalo ears.

   • Wow, that’s amazing Silvia. I have never heard of valerian drops before. I’ll have to do some research on that! Thanks for the tips.

2. So I found something that helps my Chihuahua. Most days all of our family aren’t at home till afternoon due to work and school. At first my Chi Sassie would pee, poop and tear things up while we were gone. So after some time I’ve found that keeping a pile of blankets on the couch ( for cuddling) , leaving the television on low, as well as her favorite toys and chewys on the blankets, she has been so much calmer and happier. To the point sometimes she doesn’t even realize we’re back home. It takes time and patience because all dogs are different. It helps having anxiety myself because I definitely understand. Thanks for the time to read my opinion!

   • Great ideas Jennifer!

   • I do the blankets and TV also and leave fan on. Not loud but like nothing different except Mom gone

3. My baby is always with me and all my friends love him. The children love to rub and walk him. Ta enjoy all this attention. I am the one that be stress when I leave him for school or where I got to go. When I get back we both be so happy to see each other. He sometimes sleep with me or his bed and he love his dogie tote, I keep it out for him to other quiet place for him. When my husband says when he have him and people call my name he be looking around for me. I love my dog and will go the extra mile to make him happy. Looking for someone in the Richmond, Va area to mate him with that is very fair and will take good care of him

   • He sounds like a wonderful Chihuahua Jackie!

4. I have Four Chi’s, two are rescues. One, Miss Stella, was rescued from a verbally abusive former owner. She’s an emotional wreck! She is loving and adorable but any little thing upsets her and she retreats to her “room” (a DIY end table turned kennel) and peers out. She is so loved but often requires that extra reassurance. A visit to Gramma’s house always perks her up.
   My other rescue, Woody, was an Amish Mill born pup turned stud. His actual age is unknown but it’s estimated he was in that horrible Mill for 3 to 5 yrs, in a two-foot square cage with no sunlight, toys or attention. He was rescued by a well meaning couple with two larger dogs and he spent 6 months being terrified until I brought him home.
   Stella and my other two Chi’s; Mouse and Pearl, accepted him with open paws. He and Mouse became best buds, unseparable…for a time. For no known reason, they began to fight, viciously! I suspect jealousy…..Mouse was very attached to me to begin with but Woody has a seizure disorder and gets “Daddy attention” when he has one.
   Anyway, I’ve tried all kinds of things to get them to be friends again, to no avail, yet. For now, one is kenneled while the other is out. I alternate them every couple of hours so they each have ‘social time’ with the other dogs and me.
   I adore them ALL and would do anything for them, and DO!! Money is tight but Woody is going for neutering early this year, hopefully that will at least decrease the tension….I just want them all to get along again.
   Chihuahua’s are just the best!

   • Your little doggy family sounds wonderful and i love that you rescued these babies! I wonder if the sudden fighting is trying to fight for alpha dog status. It’s pretty common but usually they work it out between them.
     I hd no idea the Amish were into breeding mills. Shocker!

     • I have adopted chi. She is wonderful. I have a question regarding teeth. The vet wants to put her asleep to clean her teeth. She is 6 lbs. I’m really debating. Friends have told me not too. I would appreciate comments.

       • It’s hard to say. I have had several dogs that were under 6 pounds that did fine being under anesthesia but you definitely are taking chance. The thing is, if their teeth get really bad, that can cause some major health problems too.
         Do you want me to put your question on our facebook page and see what they think?

         • If you don’t it come lead to more health problems.

     • Amish are avid puppy mill operators. They treat the dogs like they are livestock. They supply Petland with puppies. Please! Adopting, not purchasing puppies will eventually put these horrible puppy mills out of business.

       • I have heard this before and it’s so sad because the Amish are known to be such good people. But apparently not when it comes to dogs.

5. My boy is now almost a year. He recently started to get scared if it rains. The sound on the roof scares him. He is only aloud in my room in the night and thats when he panics. If it rains and n have to close my door for us to go to bed he gets so nervous and just cry and scratches the door. I tried playing music and got relaxing pills from the vet but nothing seems to help. It is affecting my sleep now and i am still in school so i cant only sleep one hour a night. What can i do? Hugging or holding him just works for a little time. What can i do? I am running out of options here?!
   Larisa

   • I’m not sure Larisa. You have already tried the things I would suggest. Do you want me to post this on the facebook page for some suggestions from others?

     • My boy started this and as a puppy we had him crate trained but after a year old we really didn’t use the crate . Around ago 2 he started shacking at and panting hard well it storms I tried everything thunder shirt CBC oil for puppy’s vet gave use stuff I don’t remember the name nothing worked I set up his crate put his favorite blanket in it and a few toys and chews and at the first sign of a storm I put him in his crate. 2 or 3 storms he stated putting his sell in the crate before storms and I now don’t even shut the door I am guessing he feels safe I also have a little radio on the crate that plays really low tunes

   • Did you try a Thunder Shirt you can buy from a pet supply store? It worked well for my maltese for fireworks.

     • Thundershirts are hit or miss but it’s definitely worth a try. Thanks for the suggestion!

6. Can you help with a barking chichuachua please x I got her when she was a year she now 16 months .
   I am stuck in the house the neighbours have complained about her barking , she isn’t left long 2 hours and has two friends both chichuachua .
   Her bark is very loud for such a tiny tiny girl , she also is very very scared of everything unsure how she
   was treated before , loved all my 3 babies but need to also have a little time out the house xxx

   • We do have an article on barking Lisa here: https://ilovemychi.com/chihuahua-barking/

     I can also ask on the facebook page for you if you want to see if others have any advice for you.

7. My chi Kissy Girl has a few anxiety issues. She lost 2 members of her family in a very short space of time (my husband 10 months ago, and my other chi 5 weeks later). She stresses so much every time I walk out the door! About 5 months ago, I adopted a chiweenie from a local rescue to keep Kissy company when I have to go out. I think it has helped a little, but my new girl, Duchess, apparently also has a few abandonment issues of her own to work out (Adopt an Angel rescued her from a kill shelter; she was adopted by someone from AAA and then returned). I try not to leave them any more than I have to, and I haven’t left them overnight. I do leave the TV on for them when I have to run errands or am going to be out for a while. I’ve gone out of town a couple of times, but have brought them with me and they both travel very well. I’m hoping that as time goes on, their anxiety will lessen when they realize I am not going to abandon either one of them. They are both so precious to me!

   • You’re such a good doggy mom June!
     They probably will calm down after awhile.

     • Thanks! I hope so.

8. My chi is 2 years old, we got her at 8 weeks. She does not like people, except 2or 3 she met when we first got her. Since then she made it hard to have any visitors because fear she will go after them. She seems territorial to extreme! Any suggestions

   • Yeah Chis are known for being very territorial. There’s no easy answer but here’s 2 articles that may help:
     https://ilovemychi.com/7-key-tips-for-socializing-your-chihuahua/
     https://ilovemychi.com/chihuahua-aggression/
     I can also ask for suggestions on the Facebook page if you want me to.

9. My wife and I were just married and moved into a new house. I’m retired and a stay at home Dad for our two Chis-George and Henry. My wife still works. George is my wife’s dog and Henry was given to me for my Bday. They are fast buddys during the day, will cuddle up together for naps, play tug o war, etc. But here’s the thing. A BIG thing. About 5 months ago at bed time George attacked Henry. I was asleep, but my wife said she didn’t notice anything different, he just attacked him. Now it’s a nightly thing. It’s gotten so bad I have to sleep in another room with Henry. What should we do? This has become a big mess. Thanks

   • It sounds like George is trying to tell Henry that the bed, and you and your wife are his property alone. I’m not sure what to do about this one, other than crate George at night until he changes his attitude.
     Do you want me to ask for you on the facebook page where you may get some better answers?

10. can anyone tell me how to stop a chi from eating poop Because I am handicapped Miley is puppy pad trained She is at the point of eating most of it now if I don’t find it right away Thank you

    • Hi Shirley, it’s a common problem and sometimes hard to cure. We have an article on it here:
      https://ilovemychi.com/why-dogs-eat-poop/

11. Our make Chi has stopped sleeping with us (and his sister) in our bed. He did this a few months ago when one of us accidentally moved too quickly and scared him. That only lasted a few days and he was back. It’s been two weeks now. We don’t recall rolling on him or scaring him, we can’t figure it out. He will be 5 this year, all 3 of us miss him snoozing with us. If we try to bring him to bed he just stands under the covers and shakes until he can get out and goes back to his cage. We had the vet check him out last week, the vet was unable to find anything wrong with him.

    • He could had a nightmare along with being startled that freaked him out. He may come around eventually. I would let him see you loving and cuddling his sister and that may make him feel he’s missing out and may encourage him back to bed.

12. Hi !
    I need a help. The anxiety could cause blistering in the body?
    Because my chi in several events like fire works or alone in the house for many hours then have blister but only in above of body.
    Thanks for you help.
    Karina

    • It sounds like hives Karina and being anxious could cause them. Your dog would definitely be helped by a small daily dose of CBD oil. It’s done wonders for one of my dogs who has some anxiety problems.

13. My Chi, Chili, was rescued from a puppy mill, she had one litter that we know of, approximately 2-3 years old. She is super attached to me, but she goes insane barking at my 9 year old son, and will not let anyone touch her unless I am holding her. She actually snapped the other day at my elderly uncle while he was talking and popped his hand on the recliner to make a point and she almost bit him. I need help! The dog will NEVER be given away, but I want her to have a happy life, not a stressed one!

    • She may never completely get over this but a good training class could help. Also a daily regimen of CBD oil will calm her down.

14. For several years, I was a finale foster home for senior malamutes. Some of the malamutes I fostered had been living in the streets of cities, and did not trust humans. I found that if I left a Celtic Woman cd playing that it helped to relax and calm almost all of the dogs that came here to live out their final days. Classical music is calming for them also, especially the piano or violin pieces. Maybe incorporating calming music into the other things you try for calming down your chihuahuas will work for you just like it did for me with the malamutes.

    • Good suggestion Bonnie!

    • My Jackhuahua loves opera. He sings along. Christmas carols also.

      • I bet that is adorable to see.

15. Hello, we are a retired couple and we adopted from Pet Rescue a beautiful little Chihuahua girl. She will be turning three years old this July.

    1st concern; she is such a picky eater, I give her Royal Canin dry food with adult canned food for small dogs. I’m worried that she does not eat enough, she eats when she feels like it. We do not give table food but I make her dog cookies for treats.

    2nd the other concern she does not like going in the car.

    3rd she’s a very nervous little girl, we don’t understand why we give her so much love and affection she’s always on our laps cuddling, playing.

    Do you have any suggestions that can help?

    thanks
    Claire

    • Hi Claire,
      For the eating thing, chis really don’t need much. As long as she’s getting 1/2 cup of food a day, she’s getting enough.

      For the car thing, some dogs are just never going to like riding in them. I have one that still hates it, no matter what we do. For other dogs I have had that didn’t like riding in a car, they eventually got to liking it when we made sure the car rides were associated with something good. I would get them a puppichino at Starbacks drive thru or take them to the beach or to the park or to PetSmart. We also did the car rides often, at least everyday or every other day.

      For the nervous thing, many chihuahuas tend to be kind of nervous. Sometimes it’s due to what they have gone through but sometimes they are just that way from the time they are born. The only thing I can suggest that may help is CBD oil. That tends to relax them somewhat.

    • @Claire,

      My Chiweenie is a snacker. My suggestion is leave the food out and let her come to it when she wants. Also have you tried not giving the canned food to see if that makes a difference? Maybe eliminate one to see if there is a dislike in food. Sometimes they can change their minds about what they like, just like humans.

      For that car ride issue, my Jimmy gets car sick in hot weather. So I have to make sure he is up front and the ac blaring on him in order for him to not get sick. My point is it is possible your Chi gets an upset stomach causing the behavior to change during the car ride. I have had other dogs with the same issue, and have given them a low dose of dramamine 30 minutes before the car ride. Please be sure to consult with your vet before you administer this, as your vet will inform you of the proper dosage for tiny dogs. It helps tremendously with car ride issue. Another tip is that they have anxiety vests for dogs. You can find them on Amazon.

      As for understanding their nervousness, one must understand anxiety. Psychopathology defines generalized anxiety disorder in humans as excessive worrying that turns into physical ailments. This is the same case with dogs. Their main importance in a pack is a few things. Being accepted by the alpha, contributing to their part in the pack ie: hunter, scouter, protector, etc. That said, what is your Chi’s role in your pack? Or does your Chi know? I suggest doing some research on the roles of dogs in a pack, even more so in wolves. As wolves are where the dog pack role is inherited from. As dogs are domesticated over many hundreds of years, they have to learn what “domestic roles” are in the home. That said, providing your Chi with a daily routine with a role might help. For example, dogs that go out and retrieve a news paper each morning. That is their role.

16. Our 8 year old Chi Cleo came to us from a local breeder when she was 10 weeks old. When we need to pick her up off the floor, she has always just comes close to us and just lies down on her legs trembling. She has always done this since likelihood and we don’t know why. Is this an indication that something happened to her as a puppy? Also, lately her chin has started trembling frequently now. Does this indicate nervousness or should I have her vet examine her?

    • When she comes to you with her legs trembling, she is she is showing you respect as the alpha.It doesn’t mean she was mis-treated.
      The chin trembling thing, I think I would mention that to the vet. It’s probably nothing but there are some neurological conditions that could cause that.

    • @Karla,

      My Chiweenie does the same thing. It is submission to the alpa (you) as the leader of the pack, in their mind. The chin thing is most likely the showing of the teeth which is also a sign of submitting. My Jimmy shows his teeth quite a bit that is usually accompanied with a constantly wagging tail and rear end. The anxiety is what causes the constant shivering and body movement while submitting.

17. we have 2 chi’s, Riley is 13, and Jazzy is 11. We rescued Riley 11 years ago, we think someone dumped him out of a car window in the dessert, we were going home, some guy pulled up to the gas station we were at, asked if we lost a small dog, he was driving on a backroad, thought he saw a jackrabbit, slowed down, ended rolling Riley under his car because he was to weak to move. We took Riley home not knowing if he would live or die, he lived, has separation issues, we got Jazzy for Riley to help with that as we both work, they go bananas if they don’t know where each other is at. Riley will go after other dogs, doesn’t matter the size, so have to be careful when taking them for a walk. Love them both to pieces.

    • Poor little Riley! No wonder he has separation issues! Glad he has a good life now with you all.

18. My female 12 year old Chihuahua cross is very nervous I suspect from not being properly socialized. I have her on CBD oil twice a day as well as an adaption atomizer. The adapil is a pheromone like the mother would emit and promotes calm. The difference in her is amazing with the use of these 2aids.

    • Very interesting Karen. Is adapil something you can buy over the counter or do you need a prescription for it?

19. We got our Chi from a rescue shelter. She is very nervous at times, and when calling her name, she drags her back legs on the floor and is timid in coming to me. Only after a long period of time she will eventually let you touch her. I don’t know if this is normal Chi behavior, or maybe she had been abused prior to our ownership?

    She also clings to my mother during the day usually buried under her covers. But at night she strangely will come and sit by me, as if she is afraid of my mom. The only thing I can think of is that I let her sleep in my bed a few times, and she usually sleeps in a cage in my mother’s room.

    Is it possible she is traumatized by the cage? I don’t like the idea of her being caged, but my mother worries about her getting rolled on while I sleep with her.

    Any ideas or suggestions to help her would be appreciated. Thanks

    • Some dogs are just naturally timid but it does sound like something traumatic may have happened to her before you got her. The cage very well could traumatize her.
      Most dogs prefer to sleep with their pack and that may be why she prefers you at night.
      You could do what I do and put your dog’s bed in your bed and let her sleep there. Then you probably wouldn’t roll over on her. Of course that’s no guarantee that she will stay in that bed. Mine will sometimes get right next to me or under the covers with me if they are afraid or cold. But they usually stay in their beds.

20. Hi Chiweenie is more chihuahua than weenie. However, he is very high energy, a compulsive groomer of our golden retriever (licking and cleaning his eyes, ears, and inside his mouth), he obsessively plays with our Jake biting on his ears, chasing him as he walks and runs outside grasping onto Jake’s tail, and the most disturbing thing growls at every single person that is not a part of our pack. He eats very lightly, more like a snacker twice a day. He is a very loving dog but this anxiety level is through the roof.

    • You might want to try some CBD oil to calm him down some Stef.

21. My apple head Peanut I think is depressed. Hes usually happy tail wagging always sits in my lap, sleeps in our bed, he sits up on his hind legs and paws at me when he needs to potty, he’s a very vocal Chi (sort of whines at me when he’s hungry or also needs to go out, hes got a huge personality for such a little guy. Well we are full time rvers and we work all over the country building wind farms so hes very accustomed to road trips and new places every 6-10 mos depending on each Project Completion. So we took a vacation a couple weeks ago to visit my family in Louisiana and she has a dog named River (boxer mix) who IS HIS FAVORITE DOGGY FRIEND (YOU MIGHT SAY HIS BEST FRIEND) they lived together when we stayed at my moms a couple years. When we left Louisiana he obviously had to be separated from River again. Then a day after we got back to Missouri we got transferred to another project in Kansas. We haven’t moved the 5th wheel here just yet so we’re staying in an old hotel (historic hotel in Chanute KS) well he started acting a little different every day, now he’s sleeping more often than normal, barking alot, he doesn’t get excited or happy when he knows were going outside usually hell spin in a circle a couple times and jump up and down. He hasn’t done that in a few days, and for some reason he’s been hiding under the bed, and at night instead of whining to get in our bed hes been going in the bathroom and sleeping in this small corner on the floor. I’m taking him to the vet to get checked out but I’m so afraid that something serious is going to be wrong with him even though I’m a helicopter dog mom and very protective of him, he’s well taken care of SPOILED ROTTEN EVEN. I pray that hes just got anxiety or hes missing his buddy Rver.

    • I’m glad you are getting checked by a vet because that would have been my first suggestion. Let us know what the vet says.
      It very well could be he’s missing his friend. And then going to the hotel instead of the usual RV could be making him feel scared too.

22. I have a chipin, she is stressed because we got a boston Terrier puppy. He loves to play but doesnt realize she has had enough. Should I take her to another room where she can relax? Should I put her on a medication? I dont know what to do. Please help.

    • They usually work it out themselves and when your chipin has had enough she will probably put him in his place. But you could give her a little canine CBD oil to keep her calm and hold her away from him when he gets too rambunctious.

23. My little girl Angel is pregnant and very nervous. She always is, but especially now. I use lavender oil in my difusser but I would like to know what else I can do for my little 5 pound gal without complicating her pregnancy.

    • Good question Dee Dee. Normally I would suggest CBD oil but not sure it would be a good idea with her being pregnant.
      Maybe soft music?

24. Our 5 lb. Teacup intimates our 100lb. German Shepherd. He goes after him for no reason.

    • He’s showing the shepherd that he’s the Alpha. In his mind, he’s as big and tough as the shepherd.

25. I have a JackChi who is now 1 year old. We have had her since she was 8 weeks old and since day 1 she has been nervous and scared, but only at home with us. She wont let us pick her up or cuddle with her unless she initiates it first. She has just started allowing us to stroke her on her back while we are sitting down. We are experienced dog owners and give her her space and are very patient with her, don’t raise our voices or reprimand her at all. We spend a lot of time walking her and playing with her and spoiling her. However, she will freely go to strangers who are visiting and when on a walk will let everyone else pick her up or pat her. She loves other dogs and has never been aggressive at all. She is very submissive to other dogs and people. She adores the cat and they spend hours preening each other. We do not have kids or kids visiting or have many guests over. She does sleep on the bed but does not snuggle at all unless she feels like it – which is not very often. She has improved a little since she was a pup, but it is such a slow process. Why will she go to strangers but be so scared with us? It makes me very sad as we love her so much! If there is something that we are not doing and should be any advice would be appreciated.

    • That’s a good question and don’t think I have come across a situation quite like this. I unfortunately don’t have any answers for you. I wonder what she would do if you just ignore her for awhile. Try it for a few hours and see how she reacts.

26. Thank you for listing the possible causes of anxiety. Our JackChi, Lexi, has been acting strange the last couple days. I recently broke my wrist and sprained my ankle so our daily morning walks had to stop. After reading your article I pulled out the leash and she ran out from her “clubhouse” ( under the bed) with her tail wagging and I think I saw a smile 😊. While it was short, I feel better that she’s not sick. Thanks,

    • I’m so glad she’s not sick Erica, just missing her walks.

27. I rescued a 2yo chiweenie- he is now 3. His only problem is a big one- he is very protective of me and his home. When someone approaches me or enters the house he barks and tries to go after ankles. It’s hard to hold him back and it takes him a while to calm down- he has to smell their hand while I hold him and they have to sit. Once he does if a stranger in the house even stands up he tries to go after them again. Only a few people he knows well he doesn’t do this to. It’s the only time where he’s so focused and protective that the best treats or nothing can distract him. When I’m not home he’s a lot nicer to guests. Wherever I bring him I have to hold onto him because if someone moves too abruptly he may go after them. I tried anxiety treats but not CBD yet. I’m considering trying CBD and also anxiety medication. Any tips are appreciated!

    • Yes Lara, I would try CBD oil.
      It sounds like your dog is guarding you. When dogs do this, they think of you as their property and they don’t want anyone they don’t trust near you.
      When he does this, I would remove him from the situation and give him a “time out”. Put him in his crate, play pen or another room. You can try bringing him out again in 10 minutes or so but if he starts it up again, I would remove him from the situation.

28. I have 2 chis both 7 years old, with my little girl separation just can’t happen, Cheeko has to have his sweat shirt on and be on his dad’s lap, and no they don’t like change.

    • Is it a regular shirt that you use on Cheeko or one of those thunder shirts?

29. I have a 2yr old male chihuahua. Super sweet little guy, but incredibly anxious about everything. I have had him his entire life. He came from a very loving home previously, so shouldn’t be issues there. Things were fine until I needed to be temporarily relocated for work. I moved across the country from one coast to the other. Since the relocation would be 6-8 months, I was not going to leave my pups home. (I also have a maltipoo.) First issue was the plane ride over. He barked almost the entire ride. The vet had given me gabapentin to use on the flight, but it did nothing for him. He also has a thundershirt, but again, no help. I have since tried xanax and other anxiety meds, but nothing works well. When we go on walks here in the new area, he is happy until he sees another person or animal, and then he get’s very upset and anxious. He goes to doggy day care and does great there, but not so great when he is with me. I’m worried the flight home is going to be horrible again and am wondering if anyone has ideas about traveling specifically with anxious chi’s. Also, something that might help when we are out and about exploring to help him enjoy the experience rather than be anxious about it.

    • Havr you tried CBD oil? That helps many anxious dogs. I’m not sure what else you can try. It sounds like you are doing everything you can. I can ask on the Facebook page for you if you want. Maybe someone else might have some ideas for you.

30. Our 6 lb chi developed stress related colitis when we adopted a new lab puppy. Needless to say it’s not going well. I’ve gotten him anti-anxiety meds that help sometimes but not all the time. He can’t have me out of his sight for a second… gets insane seperation anxiety, hates the puppy (which we’re keeping seperate for now)… any recommendations?

    • Labs aren’t the best companions for chis. They are so hyper and rambunctious. Your chi may accept him time when he calms down but that could be a few years. Have you tried CBD oil? That works for a lot of dogs. I’m not sure what else you can do. I can as on the Facebook page if you want and see if anyone has any recommendations.

31. I have a 5 year old Chi-mix (thinking terrier of some sort) that we had as a 12wk old rescue. She is 100% my dog but we are a family of 4. She is incredibly temperamental, loving and sweet one minute then will change without warning and bite, snarl and growl and then be incredibly remorseful immediately afterwards. She will sometimes give warning signs but generally she doesnt. Shes very nervous and will again, attack my other 2 jobs without warning or reason too.
    We have tried CBD, crate training (which she likes) and other training techniques but she remains to be an enigma!!
    She’s literally Jackyl and Hyde…. any suggestions?
    I love her dearly but cannot trust her, especially around strangers. Its now becoming a problem to leave her if we want to go away as I worry she will bite someone. She does this at least 1x a week within our family.
    Many thanks.

    • I would normally suggest CBD oil but you tried that and it didn’t help. My only other suggestion is to tell your vet the problem and the solutions you have tried and see if he has something he could give her. At the very least, I would ask for a low dose tranquillizer to keep her calm for when you do go away on trips. A Thundershirt may help too as it helps some dogs with anxiety and nervousness.

32. I will look out for these sighns in my chihuahua,thank you for the help.

    • You’re welcome Maggie!

    • @Maggie, a dog behavioural expert may be able to help with this problem without having to resort to medication. We have been helped in this way with our chi

33. CBD. Has changed our lives. Made my nervous nelly Lola a calm happy girl. The vet recommended and I can’t praise it enough. She plays like a young girl and weaned off seizure meds.

    • I agree Lisa. I wrote that post years ago before I ever tried CBD oil so I need to update it and add that in there. It made the last few years of my elderly dog’s life so much better. It helped her anxiety and her arthritis too.

34. I have a Chi that was found roaming in a field. They said she appeared to have been badly mistreated. It looked like she had cigarette burns on her and was severely under weight. I adopted her. The vet put her on Prozac. It took me a couple of years, a lot of patience and love. She now trust me and, I can tell by the way she looks at me, that she loves me as much as I love her.

    • Poor baby! I hate people who torture animals. I’m so glad she has you now Valerie.