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Chihuahua dog (confirmed introduction)

< p> Chihuahuas are divided into two types: long-haired and short-haired. The difference between the two is the rich and lustrous coat. In addition to the rich back hair, the long-haired Chihuahua has a trembling body like the short-haired type in the cold season. bias. So what issues should we pay attention to when raising Chihuahuas?
Raising Tips
Special reminder: Chihuahuas are extremely prone to dystocia! Try to contact the veterinarian before delivery, if it is not possible, just have a caesarean section, otherwise It's too late to regret when something happens. Life is at stake in this matter, so do not take it lightly.
Chihuahuas are petite in size, not timid to other dogs, and extremely domineering towards their owners. They are divided into two types: short-haired and long-haired. The difference between the short-haired species and the long-haired species is the lustrous, close-fitting, and soft short hair. In addition to their rich back hair, long-haired Chihuahuas generally have a tendency to tremble like short-haired ones.
1. Generally speaking, Chihuahuas are very possessive and like to be with people and like to be held. They are a clinging puppy.
2. The Chihuahua’s biological clock is very strong, so it will be sleepy when dusk arrives. The owner must not tie up the little one when he stays up late, and some often have the habit of taking a nap.
3. Chihuahuas are small and can be easily stepped on.
4. Food that is excessive, too oily, or too cold can easily cause diarrhea and a cold in the stomach.
5. Chihuahuas drink less water, but they can never stop drinking.
6. The Chihuahua I just purchased has weak immunity, poor condition, improper care, and poor physical condition. Don't let him fight a sick dog though.
7. In autumn and winter, the temperature changes rapidly, so it is time to pay attention to keeping your Chihuahua warm. Temperature is the invasion point of Chihuahua diseases.
8. Chihuahuas are afraid of firecrackers.
9. The vaccine should be of the same brand, otherwise it may cause immunity failure.
Almost 80% of Chihuahuas die from dehydration caused by diarrhea!
Preservation knowledge
1. The feed method should be changed gradually according to the original feeding method: sudden change Food, if the dog cannot meet it, often causes gastrointestinal diseases
2. Feeding should be timely and quantitative: in case the dog does not eat well and does not eat enough, he can feed any eggs, milk, and boiled sausage at will; feed it by the owner, relatives and friends;If you don’t measure it on time, and if you don’t measure it within three days, it will be strange if you don’t get sick;
3. Excessive play: adults play, children play, you give a hug, you play, you play, the dog can’t rest and is exhausted. , with reduced immunity and prone to illness, especially puppies, they must be kept at least 10 hours a day.
4. Not adapted to the new environment: When a dog leaves its original living environment and encounters a strange place, it will feel isolated and helpless and will miss its owner. If it is not handled carefully, the dog will get sick. Especially puppies, which have just been weaned and are separated from their brothers and sisters, are not used to it. If the food and room temperature do not meet the requirements, they are more likely to get sick
5. Improper bathing: Some owners think that dogs are dirty and will wash them as soon as they buy them home. If you give the dog a bath without blowing it, the dog will easily get sick. It is best not to bathe a newly purchased dog. It should be checked for two days first, and if there are no symptoms such as cold or diarrhea, then go for vaccination (the vaccine is actually a small amount of virus, and being weak or already sick can only make things worse)
6. Going out with others Other dogs interact with each other and become infected with the disease: even for vaccinated dogs, the protection rate is not 100%, especially for dogs that are not immune. For newly purchased dogs, do not take them out to play, do not interact with other dogs, and do not allow other dog owners to touch the dogs during separate inspections to avoid cross-infection;
7. If you already have a dog at home, Newly purchased dogs must be inspected several days apart to prevent the original healthy dog ​​from being infected
8. Standby prescriptions and items: thermometer, eye drops, cold medicine, antidiarrheal medicine, ear mite drops, lactobacilli tablets ( It can cure diarrhea and help digestion). The medicine must be suitable for children or pets. In addition, a few popsicle sticks should be prepared (used for temporary bandaging in case of accidental fractures to fix and prevent secondary fractures).
9. Do not exceed two pairs of chicken livers a week, otherwise it will affect bone development, and forbidden items must be controlled (see "Dietary Taboos" for details)
10. If you are a puppy, you must pay attention to keeping warm. , the nest should be covered with clothes, it is best to use old sleeves changed into small clothes to wear. Or buy clothes suitable for Chihuahuas in a pet store.