My little chihuahua , Scallywag, has just passed away at 14. Heart problems and a tumor in his throat. He was so lovely and I miss him very much. So many good memories, they have wonderful personalities. R.I.P my little boy.
Susan Roberson, I'm so sorry for your loss. Its been a year and I'll bet you still grieve. We lost our two long haired Chi chis when they were 15 yrs.. Black jack went first then a year later we lost Jill. They both passed away at home. Jack took his last breath while on Daves lap and Jill took her last breath with me. 3 yrs and it still pains me. I have never felt so connected to a dog or I should say dogs. They were perfect. They did not yap however Dave could send little Jack on a bark a thon by saying "SQUIRREL, Where is the squirrel?" Maybe i shouldn't go back to the Chihuahua breed and check at the shelter for a sad dog that needs a loving, forever home. We'll see. I do hope you are passing through your grieving process with friends and family that care. I am thinking about finding another Chi chi but then I get sad again. Maybe I'm still not ready for another dog. Good grief, I've written a chapter and could write ever so much more about those two dogs that i never thought of having. Oh, Jack and Jill were not shakers either. We were fortunate to have them in our lives for that time. i believe anyone who has a Chihuahua, long or short hair, is a special breed to themselves. My condolences to all who have lost thier precious little dogs.God Bless. CLD.
Cynthia Dowell I am so sorry!!! I lost my tiny 2.5 lb Yorkie 2 years ago and it still hurts and I cry often. There is nothing in this world like the unconditional love of a fur baby!!! He had the best personality and he made so many people happy and especially children. Being so small he was cold easily so I always dressed him up in the cutest clothes. On our daily walks we always had our regular stops to see people and a lot of children. Most small dogs aren’t fond of kids but my Punky would run up to them and would let them pet him. The kids would especially love to see him on Halloween because he had the cutest outfits. Bless you Cynthia for loving and taking such good care of our beautiful gifts from God! There are so many horror stories regarding animals and especially dogs that it is beautiful and refreshing to hear someone speak of the love that they have for their babies. I do want to get another dog and probably 2 bonded babies so that if I have to go somewhere they can keep each other company. I look at a lot of rescue and shelter sites and Chihuahua and Pit bulls are by far the the 2 breeds they have the most of. I think since there are so many fine, loving dogs that are stuck in these places by no fault of there own, that I will adopt a bonded pair of Chi’s this time. Now look Cynthia I am writing a book lol 😆. God bless you Cynthia and I will pray and wish for the two of us to be fortunate to have the unconditional love of fur babies once again when the time is right. Take care, Ronda. 🐾👍😊
Im a Ghost I don't think they hate you so much as their owners let them be little monsters! My little chi is shy. She needs people to approach slowly or let them approach you is better. No look, no touch, no eye contact until they are ready. Peace
When this was made in 2014, some people suspected the Chihuahua may have Chinese origins, but that has been ruled out now through genetic testing. Technically though, like most breeds native to the US and Mexico, it did originally (like a REALLY long time ago) come from Asia.
When people crossed the Bering Strait in ancient times, they brought their dogs with them to the Americas. The Chihuahua is an ancient breed. Anthropologists refer to them as "carrier dogs". The dog that was carried from Africa, to Asia and then to the Americas along with the migration of mankind. And they are the best little doggies ever.
I have two but had I watched this before hand I would have never wanted them 🙄 This video doesn't highlight the good attributes enough. Chihuahuas are AMAZING
Dave Stambaugh Good for you for rescuing!!! There are so many lovely, deserving Chi’s and other breeds by no fault of their own stuck in shelters. It is so so sad! God bless you for rescuing and thanks! 🐾🐾🐾
Bless you, 🤗for your support in rescuing Chihuahuas. Ever since I was a young girl. We have never been able to keep a dog. You see my Dad was in the military and we were never state side for long. We grew up in Germany. Where we got our first Chihuahua. He was a 6 week old Black and Tan. He was our family dog. He was the only dog that we ever had, until he passed at the age of 15. I rescued a Brown and white feisty little girl Chihuahua, that was 5 years old. A friend of mine, his roommate had her and 2 long haired big cats. Btw, she hated cats. They were actually terrorizing her. By tag teaming her. You know how mean cats can be with just one. Lol 😂 He bought a pit bull pup. He kept her(Pit) in his bedroom while at work. Worried that she would get hurt by the female pit. I took her in. Then I later decided to purchase a solid white little boy Chihuahua puppy. That way she would have company as well as her own kind. He became her brother.. I also had to work a full time job. I just wanted you to know that she lived 14 years with me. And she had a heart murmur. During her last few years. She was on medication. When it was time for her to go. She let us know. I will tell you. She went everywhere with us. On vacation. We would sneak her into our condo at the beach. Lol 😂. She got more love ❤️ in her 14 years with me and my husband. He had a rescue Chihuahua and rat terrier mix. He also had a heart murmur. But we gave them all, so much love. They sit on our mantel except for her brother, who we buried outside in the backyard. We agreed that if we ever decide to sell our home, we will dig him up and have him cremated. I’m so sorry that this is so long. But I admire you. Again Thank you 🙏🏼. 💜
My 11year old chihuahua snafu was the sweetest dog,she was way taller and just much larger compared to her mom and dad. at age 10 she became diabetic, it was so hard on her i always felt terrible giving her insuline twice a day. she got sick last month and stopped eating so i couldn't give her insuline shots. Her condition worsened and i was forced to put her down on march 4 2019 she was the best dog i have ever known. She was smart,beautiful and it seemed everyone loved her. Snafu definitly took a piece of my heart with her when she passed. RIP FOOEY
Great video. So glad you stress that they needn't have behavior problems if you do all the normal dog things. My 3.5 pound girl hikes, visits the elderly in an assisted-living home, and goes to parties. Great little dogs.
We take ours fishing during the summer. One is a very good hiking dog though small is very agile and hardy, the other I have to carry in a crate, she has heart problems. It's just nice they are so portable.
I have two Chia's and I would love to have more, they are the best 4 legged loving babies you could have in your home. Yes you do have to remember they are a dog not a toy (I sometimes forget :o) so funny and they have a HUGE personality. Their Vet's and nurses jut love my Chihuahua's - it becomes a huge petting session when they visit. Coco and Pepe just have that charismatic thing about them and draw people to say hello them. Life is pretty good when you have a Chihuahua or two.......
I have 2 :D so fun dogs, and mine are not aggressive at all! a little nervous and uncomfort with dogs they do not know, but aside from it they are lovely! :)
My Chihuahua is my service animal. She calms me when I'm crying upset or hurt. She protects me, she never barks for no reason, she doesn't bite anyone... Never Yippy she is perfect
Chihuahua's are very loyal to the owner you can walk outside without a leash they will follow you not run off unless they see something that they want to chase.
I have a chihuahua/Pom mix. Rescued her a year ago. Sweetest, smartest dog ever. Live in warm CA so I groom her short all summer long. She is a long hair and believe me, keeping her fur short takes years off her appearance. She’s 10, but after a short groom she looks 5. 💜
My monkey boy (Mugly) I think was very lucky indeed. 1- from a tiny puppy he was VERY used to people coming and going as my aunt got him when she had late stage cancer, so nurses, family, neighbours...all coming and going. 2- When she sadly passed a few months later he came to us, and oh boy was he trained stringently. He’s treated like any other dog we have had (well...mostly, he’s my mums lil granbaby lol) and we have not had any problems at all! They’re a lovely breed and even my dad who hated the idea of a “little yapper” loves him to pieces! (Possibly more than my mum lol)
I have a deer head male chi. I thought Chihuahua is mainly from the techichi dog and possibly mixed with Chinese crest dog. My little guy is about 9 inches or so from ground to wither and about 12 pounds. He just turned 6 yrs. He's a shy guy, not at all aggressive, never has bitten anyone. Great little dogs they are.
Those last two things I appreciate 100%. Bad teeth and treat them like a DOG! Socialize socialize and socialize! There is nothing more sickening CUTE than a well mannered Chi! As far as where they come from originally, I could care less! Their HERE and to STAY!
You failed to mention that along with there being two coat types, there are two very different head types, the deer head (Wilma is an extreme version of this) and the apple head which are the cuter, more bulbous headed ones such as the dogs on the examination table.
@Pisces I use to show Chihuahuas, novice. The smooth and long coats show separately, yes that apple head is preferred. Other qualities too, confidence, size, weight, coat, teeth, health, structure, demeanor. Fun while it lasted, sometimes nerve wracking, at least for me.
My chi is a deer head and is 13lbs. I prefer the deer head over the apple head, less health issues and not so bugged eyed. I really find it upsetting that the acceptable standard for any dog is one that causes health conditions.
the ones i know...including mine...have trachea problems...they sound like they are choking or gagging....its a bit distressing...i can usually distract her by picking her up...she stops in a few seconds or so
Mine do that and from what I have read, heard from others and the vert as well it's called a reverse sneeze and is very common. I just pet mine until they stop and all is good. It freaked me out the first few times it happened though.
I have a 6 year old, 5.5 pound chi. That does the same thing.. he's usually fine once I rub he's neck and talk to him. But the look he gives is heartbreaking.
@@doc196769 My vet told me that it IS a reverse sneeze and it's nothing to worry about. I usually pet my 2 girls to calm them if this happens. They don't seem to be overly stressed about it, I think it bothers me more than it bothers them. As for the bad teeth, I've been putting an additive in their water called "Fresh Breath" which is supposed to keep plaque from forming on their teeth. One of my chis is almost 7 yo and has no signs of plaque on her teeth yet. I order mine from Chewy.com and highly recommend it as it is not full of harmful chemicals. I also give them filtered water only, not tap. My vet's office told me they have had a lot of bladder stones in dogs they treat that drink our city water due to the chemicals/additives in it. I love my furbabies and am not taking any chances with their health.
I have 7 (mom dad and 5 pups - unplanned) and they are better behaved than kids! Lots of love and routine and they are very content. They all come when I call and know exactly what is expected of them. Hate rain and wind though. I wouldn't swap them for anything and I have had dogs all my life. (border collies and alsatians included which were amazing). I got one chihuahua after my terrier (cairn mix) passed at 17 and then got a playmate (which I thought had been speyed hence puppies). They all got along with the new kitten I'd got after losing my old cat - also 17 yrs of age. She watches over them like a fussy mom but they all take note of me - especially if they start a squabble, they know they get time out then!.
my Chihuahua mix with Pomeranian is supper nice u take her toy away she doesn't growel or bite she patiently waits for it I love princess do much she turned 1 year old this month and she's gotten Christmas present she dose get extercise and I take her in the car sometimes I don't carry her I walk her on a leash
Sooo many shaky pups. My girl is quite fearful too (she doesn't usually shake like that unless we're at the vet though), and she'll growl and bark at strangers when she's on the ground (it's about the only time she ever barks so it's pretty quiet at my place), but that's as far as her tempermental side goes. She's such a sweet, gentle dog - most gentle I've known. Soft mouth. She was taught not to bite as a pup and learned fast (she was a quick learner in general). At the vet she never opens her mouth no matter what they do to her (but especially if they're trying to put a pill in it) and the vet scares her like nothing else and she has had some painful procedures done. She makes quick friends with gentle kids, but is shy with adults until they make a real effort to gain her trust. It is a lifelong thing with some of them. Many seem naturally fearful even after lots of socialization as a pup. But I can't imagine any other breed (possibly even any other dog) fitting into my life so well. I'm a bit timid myself, we both love our downtime, and her quirks make me laugh. Perfect match.
When people crossed the Bering Strait in ancient times, they brought their dogs with them to the Americas. The Chihuahua is an ancient breed. Anthropologists refer to them as "carrier dogs". The dog that was carried from Africa, to Asia and then to the Americas along with the migration of mankind. And they are the best little doggies ever.
1:36 full of sterotypes. She may have socialised the dog but you still need to regularly catch up on it. It’s like meeting someone new then 2 years later meeting them again, you’d forgotten how you’re supposed to interact, in addition it may be aggressive due to one thing that might have happened.
All the people getting bent over the origins of the Chihuahua...lol They Originated on Earth...and they couldn't care less what 'Nationality' they are... ...Just Love Em! ...Problem Solved!!! You are Welcome!!!
My chihuahua Tux!!!! th-cam.com/video/HVkRZjDGUHM/w-d-xo.html Playing with his buddy Rusty the Golden retriever when he was a puppy ... th-cam.com/video/6qB8n2PR8bk/w-d-xo.html
I've had a few, used to do animal foster care, mostly Chihuahuas - they are generally a one-person dog, picking one person in the family that they love unconditionally, and staying clear of the others. Not all Chihuahuas are like this, but it is a general trait. Out of 20 dogs, we have had maybe 2 that were friendly to strangers, most were very selective. They also have very selective eating habits, and are probably the only breed that will starve itself with food sitting in front of it if it doesn't like it. Don't expect them to eat vegetables, they will clear a plate of dog food with carrots and peas, leaving the peas and carrots scattered on the floor. Be warned, just accept them for what they are.
I guess I'm lucky that I have a very sweet, gentle chi. I have two, the other one is also sweet, but he was abused, and I have to be more careful with him with children and strangers. they both have the bad teeth, they both have the patella issues, the latter one has seizures. Other than that, they are awesome little dogs!
Courtney McCullough You must have missed her socialising time or if not you don’t catch up on her socialising, small dog syndrome is a myth it’s all about socialisation they’re the same as any dog.
@@emily-hg3sx Not exactly true they do get get nervous because of their size and can be agressive. This video is spot on about chihuahuas for anyone looking to get one, they can be alot of hard work and need more training than big dogs.
Great Video presentation! INdeed treat them like a Dog and NOT a Toy. set boundaires for them,ground rules for living early on,will help trmedously. I dont tolerate nasty behavior from dogs or people, no matter what the size,it doesnt matter. again great presentation. good job!!
Ashley Gage Be careful when they are pups but do remember they are dogs not babies, they don’t need carrying about and they don’t need dressing up in stupid clothing. When in a warm home they’ll be fine, however in cold weather, jumpers or waterproof coat is necessary when out and about. Please be patient with toilet training, they are not easy as they hate going out in cold or heavy rain. Start off with puppy pads inside and don’t stress about them going out. Accidents will happen but hey ho, their company is wonderful. BIG NO NO IS; DON’T LEAVE THEM HOURS ON THEIR OWN. No dog should have to endure such cruelty. Good luck, just love and respect them.
We socialised our chihuahua from day one but she still hates men and other dogs apart from my parents dog Rosey who is a very laid back shorkie. Our vet has always said that it's just her breed as we've done everything right by the the book but it does get stressful when walking her and being out n about with her....
My chihuahua es muy dulce inteligente y no es ladrador cmo eh oído decir. Y sus ojitos no estan saltados me sigue atdos lados hasta la tina si entro nunca pense tener un perro y tampoco pense en un chihuahua pq crei q eran ladradores no se? yo creo ellos son deacuerdo a cmo los tratamos
Pisces Hi Pisces, I agree with you 💯%!!! My vet told me and I have read that any dog under 4 lbs cannot hold it’s body heat. And also any small dog is much more susceptible to the cold. I dress my 2.5 lb Yorkie every single day even in the summer and have 3 low temp heating pads strategically placed throughout the house. The only time he doesn’t have something warm on is when we play or when out on a walk. Otherwise if he isn’t moving (getting his blood circulating) he is absolutely cold. I know people have mocked for having clothes on him but he likes to be warm and the side effect is he is absolutely adorable dressed or not!!! 🐾👍😊
Half an hour a day exercise??? No way. We start at an hour minimum in winter. In summer even 4-5 hours. They are dogs. Lo and behold, the behavior issues disappear. These guys are terriers with the stamina and intelligence of terriers. Give them what they deserve. A dog's life.
I love my chihuahua so much she’s so cute and she runs the house she bites and attacks everyone she attacks me to buy she has anxiety so it’s ok she sleeps with like a tiny little baby I love her soooo much she’ll be 3 feb 10 and her teeth are perfectly straight
Mexico doggies 😂😂😂 Thats why they are called the Tacobell Dog! Lol I love chihuahuas! Although ours is a Chiweenie and hes gigantic. He looks like a mini doberman. I wonder if the animal shelter just thinks hes a Chiweenie 😂 What if hes really not! What if hes actually a mini doberman pincher 😃😳 He has very large tall ears and hes aggressive and a great watch dog. When the foster mom delivered him to us when he came through the front door to meet us, I was shocked! I was expecting to see a tiny little cheech lolol and he looked more like a big donkey! 😂😂😂 He could win a part on the movie Shrek!
I am not an expert so I will stand corrected, but that is what I read about them. I also read that an original, pure chi is about 15 to 20 lbs but the size has been bred out of them. I see so much pomeranian in my long-haired guy. He has two layers of fur. The undercoat is bluish tan and overcoat is chocolate and tan. He has very thick, long, light-colored fur on his front and back legs, very much the same texture and appearance of a pomeranian's. On another note, for those that don't like them, I have to say I have yet to meet a dog with as good a temperment as my guy. He seldom barks and is quite humble with people. He doesn't need to talk, he wears his feelings and needs in his eyes and on his little face, and the extra bonus is, I don't have to take a shovel with me when he goes out of his 'walk'.
Ceejays Favs I have a deerhead chihuahua that's about 15lbs. I searched online and found out that the pre Aztec, Toltec dogs "Techchi" were about 10 or more lbs. The deerhead type of chis are are what they used to look like.
I don't 'baby' my chihuahuas so they're quite well-behaved. One of them just barks a lot, usually at cats and bigger dogs, and overestimates its bone strength by jumping, zooming, standing on hind legs a lot. My parents let that one get away with yapping at people--basically almost spoiled, so it's the least calm one.
My chis ave very bad...all six of them...rescues..along with shepherds and pits. They are spoiled and no I dont treat them like dogs...sorry they are my children....and they love pizza and bagels. Most of my dogs..the larger ones hit the 20 yr old mark..when he said they should reach 10..wtf...they are still pups. My 16 yr old lab/pit runs like the wind...and it sucks to get the truck and catch her when she jumps out the window.
Tony J. Aviles Chihuahuas shake and shiver is simply because they are cold. With an average weight of just 2-4 pounds, Chihuahuas are one of the smallest dog breeds and the world; therefore, they are more susceptible to the effects of cold weather, or they can be excited and they shake then too.
Half an hour a day? Dude, thos little guys can walk for MILES. They need much more exercise than half an hour a day. Mine gets walk roughly 2 hours a day and she STILL has a ton of energy left over.
I'm not sure I'm buying the notion that Chihuahuas came from China. There are some that say Chihuahuas originated, not from Mexico, but from China, but I don't agree. The only thing that ties them back to China is that researchers have very recently traced some American breeds using DNA analysis to an ancient Asian dog breed. However, DNA research is very new and I doubt if all dog breeds have been screened for DNA analysis. There are depictions of Chihuahuas on Toltec and Aztec pottery. Now .. I do believe that the Chinese visited pre-Columbus America and left its influence. The Chinese civilization goes at least as far back as the ancient civilizations of Mexico, Central America, and South America. The jade artwork in Mexico and South America .. as well as the Asian features of many of the ethnic groups of Mexico and America also lend credence to the very real possibility that the Chinese were here before the Europeans. Crossing the Atlantic or the Pacific, particularly by accident because of storms, that often took explorers to completely uncharted areas, was not that uncommon. I believe the Polynesians, the Africans, the Chinese, and of course the Vikings, visited North or South America and left their mark. Science suffers from the same problem as religion, although not as acute, in that it tends to stagnate due to dogmatism. Too many careers at stake if you change a hallowed belief. So if Chihuahuas came from China .. it was a VERY long time ago.
My female always use her pee pad or goes outside, super smart. Trained male early on to go outside. On rare occasions he uses pee pad inside, he tries to cover pee by folding pee pad over pee, so strange! But, mostly he goes outside even when it's cold, snowy, for just a few minutes. If the snow is deep we go to a covered outdoor kennel, snow doesn't accumulate there. I go with him always, flashlight used when dark. Also, hawks, owls, coyotes, or foxes in area so have to be careful. I love my Chihuahuas.
Ron Pitts Not if you you take the time and trouble to train them. They are not easy to train as when they are young they don’t like the rain or cold (understandable if you have any empathy at all). As they grow, with PATIENCE and TIME and regular fun walks, they do adjust and learn to cope with inclement weather. It took two years to get mine to go out for the toilet, it got less and less until she now lets me know when she wants to go out. All pups need positive training, short fun periods of your time will get results. There are some people who actually believe that puppies come with knowledge of toilet training and good behaviour. Sad but true. If you can’t cope with that; DON’T GET A DOG.
A half hour of exercise? Are you nuts? My chihuahua would be running around the ceiling if she only had 30 minutes outside time. She can run like a mad maniac for four hours, and has worn out the resident "working dog." Best of all, she sleeps deep when it's time for bed. More exercise also equals less fat, which is a problem for these dogs as they age. They beg for food and treats, we fall for it every time (after all, they ARE adorable), and we wind up with a pudgy dog. Loyal these loyal little guys.
My little chihuahua , Scallywag, has just passed away at 14. Heart problems and a tumor in his throat. He was so lovely and I miss him very much. So many good memories, they have wonderful personalities. R.I.P my little boy.
Rip for your loss
Dito just lost my boy with a throat tumer
Long hair red
Robbie rip
Sorry for your loss also
Susan Roberson, I'm so sorry for your loss. Its been a year and I'll bet you still grieve. We lost our two long haired Chi chis when they were 15 yrs.. Black jack went first then a year later we lost Jill. They both passed away at home. Jack took his last breath while on Daves lap and Jill took her last breath with me. 3 yrs and it still pains me. I have never felt so connected to a dog or I should say dogs. They were perfect. They did not yap however Dave could send little Jack on a bark a thon by saying "SQUIRREL, Where is the squirrel?" Maybe i shouldn't go back to the Chihuahua breed and check at the shelter for a sad dog that needs a loving, forever home. We'll see. I do hope you are passing through your grieving process with friends and family that care.
I am thinking about finding another Chi chi but then I get sad again. Maybe I'm still not ready for another dog.
Good grief, I've written a chapter and could write ever so much more about those two dogs that i never thought of having. Oh, Jack and Jill were not shakers either. We were fortunate to have them in our lives for that time.
i believe anyone who has a Chihuahua, long or short hair, is a special breed to themselves. My condolences to all who have lost thier precious little dogs.God Bless. CLD.
Cynthia Dowell I am so sorry!!! I lost my tiny 2.5 lb Yorkie 2 years ago and it still hurts and I cry often. There is nothing in this world like the unconditional love of a fur baby!!! He had the best personality and he made so many people happy and especially children. Being so small he was cold easily so I always dressed him up in the cutest clothes. On our daily walks we always had our regular stops to see people and a lot of children. Most small dogs aren’t fond of kids but my Punky would run up to them and would let them pet him. The kids would especially love to see him on Halloween because he had the cutest outfits. Bless you Cynthia for loving and taking such good care of our beautiful gifts from God! There are so many horror stories regarding animals and especially dogs that it is beautiful and refreshing to hear someone speak of the love that they have for their babies. I do want to get another dog and probably 2 bonded babies so that if I have to go somewhere they can keep each other company.
I look at a lot of rescue and shelter sites and Chihuahua and Pit bulls are by far the the 2 breeds they have the most of. I think since there are so many fine, loving dogs that are stuck in these places by no fault of there own, that I will adopt a bonded pair of Chi’s this time. Now look Cynthia I am writing a book lol 😆. God bless you Cynthia and I will pray and wish for the two of us to be fortunate to have the unconditional love of fur babies once again when the time is right. Take care, Ronda. 🐾👍😊
I am so sorry for your loss....
I have been keeping chihuahuas for many yrs as I personally think they are the best breed of dog In the world.and have loved all my chihuahuas deeply.
Mark Hamilton I like boxers more most Chihauahs hate me
Im a Ghost I don't think they hate you so much as their owners let them be little monsters! My little chi is shy. She needs people to approach slowly or let them approach you is better. No look, no touch, no eye contact until they are ready. Peace
fluffy chihuahuas are the best. all other breeds i despise.
Mark Hamilton I'm thinking of getting one but all the ones I've seen have been very aggressive... How can avoid this ?
Mark Hamilton lovely comment and I agree xx
I've read many theories on were they originated however they have been found in ancient burials in Mexico so I'd say they are a Mexican native dog.
People need to understand a chichucha that what makes them so wonderful.
I don't carry my Chihuahua, my Chihuahua carries me.
Excuse me. Chiuhahua isn't Chinese. Is a Mexican, pre-azteca creature!
When this was made in 2014, some people suspected the Chihuahua may have Chinese origins, but that has been ruled out now through genetic testing. Technically though, like most breeds native to the US and Mexico, it did originally (like a REALLY long time ago) come from Asia.
The Chinese crested looks like a deer head Chihuahua, without much hair.
I was always under the assumption it originated from Asia as well
When people crossed the Bering Strait in ancient times, they brought their dogs with them to the Americas. The Chihuahua is an ancient breed. Anthropologists refer to them as "carrier dogs". The dog that was carried from Africa, to Asia and then to the Americas along with the migration of mankind. And they are the best little doggies ever.
Robert Fortea - UoC China I don’t think so!!!! Get it right chihuahua come from 🇲🇽❤️
My favorite breed of all time!!! 🤗🙌🏼
I love chihuahuas!!! they're the best!! I love them 😊😍
My 2 girls are the best but incredibly hard to toilet train !!! Lots of little accidents if you own this breed
no way have had two wee and poo brill
I have two but had I watched this before hand I would have never wanted them 🙄
This video doesn't highlight the good attributes enough. Chihuahuas are AMAZING
I hope people start treating them less like toys! I want the stereotype to go away...
despite their size they are still dogs and need to be well trained; a well trained Chi is a delight.
They are better than most people!
I have three rescued chihuahuas the latest one I got cleans her own teeth as a part of her normal grooming. It is amazing.
Dave Stambaugh That is amazing Dave! 🐾👍😊
Dave Stambaugh Good for you for rescuing!!! There are so many lovely, deserving Chi’s and other breeds by no fault of their own stuck in shelters. It is so so sad! God bless you for rescuing and thanks! 🐾🐾🐾
Have rescued many Chihuahuas with heart problems. I love my Chi babies! 💓
Bless you, 🤗for your support in rescuing Chihuahuas. Ever since I was a young girl. We have never been able to keep a dog. You see my Dad was in the military and we were never state side for long. We grew up in Germany. Where we got our first Chihuahua. He was a 6 week old Black and Tan. He was our family dog. He was the only dog that we ever had, until he passed at the age of 15. I rescued a Brown and white feisty little girl Chihuahua, that was 5 years old. A friend of mine, his roommate had her and 2 long haired big cats. Btw, she hated cats. They were actually terrorizing her. By tag teaming her. You know how mean cats can be with just one. Lol 😂
He bought a pit bull pup. He kept her(Pit) in his bedroom while at work. Worried that she would get hurt by the female pit. I took her in. Then I later decided to purchase a solid white little boy Chihuahua puppy. That way she would have company as well as her own kind. He became her brother.. I also had to work a full time job. I just wanted you to know that she lived 14 years with me. And she had a heart murmur. During her last few years. She was on medication. When it was time for her to go. She let us know. I will tell you. She went everywhere with us. On vacation. We would sneak her into our condo at the beach. Lol 😂. She got more love ❤️ in her 14 years with me and my husband. He had a rescue Chihuahua and rat terrier mix. He also had a heart murmur.
But we gave them all, so much love. They sit on our mantel except for her brother, who we buried outside in the backyard. We agreed that if we ever decide to sell our home, we will dig him up and have him cremated. I’m so sorry that this is so long. But I admire you. Again Thank you 🙏🏼. 💜
My 11year old chihuahua snafu was the sweetest dog,she was way taller and just much larger compared to her mom and dad. at age 10 she became diabetic, it was so hard on her i always felt terrible giving her insuline twice a day. she got sick last month and stopped eating so i couldn't give her insuline shots. Her condition worsened and i was forced to put her down on march 4 2019 she was the best dog i have ever known. She was smart,beautiful and it seemed everyone loved her. Snafu definitly took a piece of my heart with her when she passed. RIP FOOEY
Great video. So glad you stress that they needn't have behavior problems if you do all the normal dog things. My 3.5 pound girl hikes, visits the elderly in an assisted-living home, and goes to parties. Great little dogs.
Same. Treat them like a dog, not a glass vase. Let them run with big dogs, too. They handle that very well, and it's great exercise!
Esri Allbritten Good for you Esri! You go girl!! You got this!!! 🐾👍😊
We take ours fishing during the summer. One is a very good hiking dog though small is very agile and hardy, the other I have to carry in a crate, she has heart problems. It's just nice they are so portable.
I have two Chia's and I would love to have more, they are the best 4 legged loving babies you could have in your home. Yes you do have to remember they are a dog not a toy (I sometimes forget :o) so funny and they have a HUGE personality. Their Vet's and nurses jut love my Chihuahua's - it becomes a huge petting session when they visit. Coco and Pepe just have that charismatic thing about them and draw people to say hello them. Life is pretty good when you have a Chihuahua or two.......
I have 2 :D so fun dogs, and mine are not aggressive at all! a little nervous and uncomfort with dogs they do not know, but aside from it they are lovely! :)
is in chihuahua blood to be a little agressive. your chihuahua is boring and broken. fix him.
My Chihuahua is my service animal. She calms me when I'm crying upset or hurt. She protects me, she never barks for no reason, she doesn't bite anyone... Never Yippy she is perfect
Chihuahua's are very loyal to the owner you can walk outside without a leash they will follow you not run off unless they see something that they want to chase.
I have a chihuahua/Pom mix. Rescued her a year ago.
Sweetest, smartest dog ever.
Live in warm CA so I groom her short all summer long.
She is a long hair and believe me, keeping her fur short takes years off her appearance.
She’s 10, but after a short groom she looks 5. 💜
My monkey boy (Mugly) I think was very lucky indeed. 1- from a tiny puppy he was VERY used to people coming and going as my aunt got him when she had late stage cancer, so nurses, family, neighbours...all coming and going. 2- When she sadly passed a few months later he came to us, and oh boy was he trained stringently. He’s treated like any other dog we have had (well...mostly, he’s my mums lil granbaby lol) and we have not had any problems at all! They’re a lovely breed and even my dad who hated the idea of a “little yapper” loves him to pieces! (Possibly more than my mum lol)
I have one.its best dog.on all.smart.trusted.listening evry thing he can.learn
I have a deer head male chi. I thought Chihuahua is mainly from the techichi dog and possibly mixed with Chinese crest dog. My little guy is about 9 inches or so from ground to wither and about 12 pounds. He just turned 6 yrs. He's a shy guy, not at all aggressive, never has bitten anyone. Great little dogs they are.
Aww they're so cute!
Those last two things I appreciate 100%. Bad teeth and treat them like a DOG! Socialize socialize and socialize! There is nothing more sickening CUTE than a well mannered Chi! As far as where they come from originally, I could care less! Their HERE and to STAY!
My dear chihuahua Princess lived to 15 years and her daughter my little 2.5lbs Pebbles lived to 17 years.
LOVE THE CUTE PUPS
I've had Chihuahuas for about 25 years now, and I think they're fantastic. And it true about the teeth
Great video, thank you for sharing.
I have 3 chihuahuas, 1 yorkie and 2 chorkies..they are lovely 😍
~I love chihuahuas too always have for years still part of my favorite pets besides doberman.~
MY LIL CHIWEENIE SHOWS HIS CHI SIDE FREQUENTLY ~ lol
You failed to mention that along with there being two coat types, there are two very different head types, the deer head (Wilma is an extreme version of this) and the apple head which are the cuter, more bulbous headed ones such as the dogs on the examination table.
Anna Starseed cuter? Yeah RIGHT!
@Pisces I use to show Chihuahuas, novice. The smooth and long coats show separately, yes that apple head is preferred. Other qualities too, confidence, size, weight, coat, teeth, health, structure, demeanor. Fun while it lasted, sometimes nerve wracking, at least for me.
My chi is a deer head and is 13lbs. I prefer the deer head over the apple head, less health issues and not so bugged eyed. I really find it upsetting that the acceptable standard for any dog is one that causes health conditions.
the ones i know...including mine...have trachea problems...they sound like they are choking or gagging....its a bit distressing...i can usually distract her by picking her up...she stops in a few seconds or so
Mine do that and from what I have read, heard from others and the vert as well it's called a reverse sneeze and is very common. I just pet mine until they stop and all is good. It freaked me out the first few times it happened though.
I have a 6 year old, 5.5 pound chi. That does the same thing.. he's usually fine once I rub he's neck and talk to him. But the look he gives is heartbreaking.
@@doc196769 My vet told me that it IS a reverse sneeze and it's nothing to worry about. I usually pet my 2 girls to calm them if this happens. They don't seem to be overly stressed about it, I think it bothers me more than it bothers them. As for the bad teeth, I've been putting an additive in their water called "Fresh Breath" which is supposed to keep plaque from forming on their teeth. One of my chis is almost 7 yo and has no signs of plaque on her teeth yet. I order mine from Chewy.com and highly recommend it as it is not full of harmful chemicals. I also give them filtered water only, not tap. My vet's office told me they have had a lot of bladder stones in dogs they treat that drink our city water due to the chemicals/additives in it. I love my furbabies and am not taking any chances with their health.
Called reverse sneezing. I've seen other small, short nosed breeds do the same. Some have it worse than others, so scary when you first experience it.
There are Dowhead Chiuhahuas as well.
Good video.
I love how nervous and trembly they are! It's so cute and funny.
~I love this so much cause of my chihuahua Cowboy.~
3:37 awww
Love Chihuahuas I have 4 ❤️
I have 7 (mom dad and 5 pups - unplanned) and they are better behaved than kids! Lots of love and routine and they are very content. They all come when I call and know exactly what is expected of them. Hate rain and wind though. I wouldn't swap them for anything and I have had dogs all my life. (border collies and alsatians included which were amazing). I got one chihuahua after my terrier (cairn mix) passed at 17 and then got a playmate (which I thought had been speyed hence puppies). They all got along with the new kitten I'd got after losing my old cat - also 17 yrs of age. She watches over them like a fussy mom but they all take note of me - especially if they start a squabble, they know they get time out then!.
Great video.😊😊😊
my Chihuahua mix with Pomeranian is supper nice u take her toy away she doesn't growel or bite she patiently waits for it I love princess do much she turned 1 year old this month and she's gotten Christmas present she dose get extercise and I take her in the car sometimes I don't carry her I walk her on a leash
I also have a Pomchi. Great dog!
Sooo many shaky pups. My girl is quite fearful too (she doesn't usually shake like that unless we're at the vet though), and she'll growl and bark at strangers when she's on the ground (it's about the only time she ever barks so it's pretty quiet at my place), but that's as far as her tempermental side goes. She's such a sweet, gentle dog - most gentle I've known. Soft mouth. She was taught not to bite as a pup and learned fast (she was a quick learner in general). At the vet she never opens her mouth no matter what they do to her (but especially if they're trying to put a pill in it) and the vet scares her like nothing else and she has had some painful procedures done. She makes quick friends with gentle kids, but is shy with adults until they make a real effort to gain her trust. It is a lifelong thing with some of them. Many seem naturally fearful even after lots of socialization as a pup. But I can't imagine any other breed (possibly even any other dog) fitting into my life so well. I'm a bit timid myself, we both love our downtime, and her quirks make me laugh. Perfect match.
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I wish my boy only needed a half hour of exercise a day but he needs no less than 2 hours and it's so frustrating
I love my chihuahua. He is my baby
They ate not from China, this is one theory but in real we don't know. They are from Mexico.
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When people crossed the Bering Strait in ancient times, they brought their dogs with them to the Americas. The Chihuahua is an ancient breed. Anthropologists refer to them as "carrier dogs". The dog that was carried from Africa, to Asia and then to the Americas along with the migration of mankind. And they are the best little doggies ever.
Love all my chihuahuas, they are so loyal.
1:36 full of sterotypes. She may have socialised the dog but you still need to regularly catch up on it. It’s like meeting someone new then 2 years later meeting them again, you’d forgotten how you’re supposed to interact, in addition it may be aggressive due to one thing that might have happened.
I think I have the perfect Chihuahua. Not temperamental, very social, sleepy, loving, and not at all nervous. Is that common?
All the people getting bent over the origins of the Chihuahua...lol
They Originated on Earth...and they couldn't care less what 'Nationality' they are...
...Just Love Em!
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My chihuahua Tux!!!!
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Playing with his buddy Rusty the Golden retriever when he was a puppy ...
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I've had a few, used to do animal foster care, mostly Chihuahuas - they are generally a one-person dog, picking one person in the family that they love unconditionally, and staying clear of the others. Not all Chihuahuas are like this, but it is a general trait. Out of 20 dogs, we have had maybe 2 that were friendly to strangers, most were very selective. They also have very selective eating habits, and are probably the only breed that will starve itself with food sitting in front of it if it doesn't like it. Don't expect them to eat vegetables, they will clear a plate of dog food with carrots and peas, leaving the peas and carrots scattered on the floor. Be warned, just accept them for what they are.
Mine is a good eater. She goes in and scavenges for parrot food (veggies mostly) on floor the parrot flings out.
I guess I'm lucky that I have a very sweet, gentle chi. I have two, the other one is also sweet, but he was abused, and I have to be more careful with him with children and strangers. they both have the bad teeth, they both have the patella issues, the latter one has seizures. Other than that, they are awesome little dogs!
My fave, I hace two females.
Yes have had two Chiwa one for 12 yrs she died and now have another she is two
I love my little chihuahua. She definitely has small dog syndrome.
Courtney McCullough You must have missed her socialising time or if not you don’t catch up on her socialising, small dog syndrome is a myth it’s all about socialisation they’re the same as any dog.
@@emily-hg3sx Not exactly true they do get get nervous because of their size and can be agressive. This video is spot on about chihuahuas for anyone looking to get one, they can be alot of hard work and need more training than big dogs.
My beloved cousin
Great Video presentation! INdeed treat them like a Dog and NOT a Toy. set boundaires for them,ground rules for living early on,will help trmedously. I dont tolerate nasty behavior from dogs or people, no matter what the size,it doesnt matter. again great presentation. good job!!
I pick up 2 pups next week brother and sister ruby and Boswell can anybody give me some tips on them
Ashley Gage Be careful when they are pups but do remember they are dogs not babies, they don’t need carrying about and they don’t need dressing up in stupid clothing. When in a warm home they’ll be fine, however in cold weather, jumpers or waterproof coat is necessary when out and about. Please be patient with toilet training, they are not easy as they hate going out in cold or heavy rain. Start off with puppy pads inside and don’t stress about them going out. Accidents will happen but hey ho, their company is wonderful. BIG NO NO IS; DON’T LEAVE THEM HOURS ON THEIR OWN. No dog should have to endure such cruelty. Good luck, just love and respect them.
Chihuahuas come from Mexico not from China! Some of chihuahuas in this video are mix!
YEEES YOUR NOT LIEING ABT THT SMALL WITH A BIG PERSONALLY!
I've got three!
My dog nugget is soooooo sweet but just a bit stubborn
Chihuahuas are the best of all breeds. That’s my opinion of course, but they are so wonderful!
I miss mine his name was pepe
We socialised our chihuahua from day one but she still hates men and other dogs apart from my parents dog Rosey who is a very laid back shorkie. Our vet has always said that it's just her breed as we've done everything right by the the book but it does get stressful when walking her and being out n about with her....
how do u cut your chihuahuas nails? mine wont let me lol hes scared when i try to
Grab about 5 adults, 4 of you grab a limb, and the remaining one starts cutting
I have the same problem
so in the meanwhile i was at the vet and she did it for me with the help of one other person and he had a muzzle on😅
What are the signs of anemia in chihuahuas? I think mine has it
I know what it is i just didn’t know what the symptoms were. Thank you for your rude ass reply tho
Help! my husband and I are in love with Chihuahua s but can't find any to buy!
Anna Baldelli go to a shelter
Anna Baldelli
Shelters have a lot of chihuahuas because people gave up about them. Please take to consideration this and adopt, don't buy.
I got my chihuahua for free its mixed but still small and she is a good dog but she has trouble breathing and barking
try www.puppyfind.com
that have all types of breeds and might have some in your location :)
Anna Baldelli try Craigslist but make 100% sure u dont go to pick up the dog alone
My chihuahua es muy dulce inteligente y no es ladrador cmo eh oído decir. Y sus ojitos no estan saltados me sigue atdos lados hasta la tina si entro nunca pense tener un perro y tampoco pense en un chihuahua pq crei q eran ladradores no se? yo creo ellos son deacuerdo a cmo los tratamos
My Chihuahua has seizures.he his on phenobarb. he also takes medication for allergies.🐩
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Really sounds like your Chi needs a Holistic Vet.
Thank you for this good information.i have a yorkie she's my 3rd one and I would love to have a chihuahua but I think prob. too expensive for me.
What about a chorkie
no matter what weather they're in, what do they always shake?
they also shake when anxious
I lack Creativity Also under normal conditions they don't have any body fat, so nothing to keep them warm.
Pisces Hi Pisces, I agree with you 💯%!!! My vet told me and I have read that any dog under 4 lbs cannot hold it’s body heat. And also any small dog is much more susceptible to the cold. I dress my 2.5 lb Yorkie every single day even in the summer and have 3 low temp heating pads strategically placed throughout the house. The only time he doesn’t have something warm on is when we play or when out on a walk. Otherwise if he isn’t moving (getting his blood circulating) he is absolutely cold. I know people have mocked for having clothes on him but he likes to be warm and the side effect is he is absolutely adorable dressed or not!!! 🐾👍😊
Half an hour a day exercise??? No way. We start at an hour minimum in winter. In summer even 4-5 hours. They are dogs. Lo and behold, the behavior issues disappear. These guys are terriers with the stamina and intelligence of terriers. Give them what they deserve. A dog's life.
I love my chihuahua so much she’s so cute and she runs the house she bites and attacks everyone she attacks me to buy she has anxiety so it’s ok she sleeps with like a tiny little baby I love her soooo much she’ll be 3 feb 10 and her teeth are perfectly straight
I have two chihuahuas both females
Favorite breed, I love them
I miss my Itchyhuahua.;)
Deer head and Apple head are the two TYPES. The hair is not a deciding factor.
We have a chihuahua, but it looks exactly like a Basset Hound.
i wanna buy chihuahua
Mexico doggies 😂😂😂 Thats why they are called the Tacobell Dog! Lol I love chihuahuas! Although ours is a Chiweenie and hes gigantic. He looks like a mini doberman. I wonder if the animal shelter just thinks hes a Chiweenie 😂 What if hes really not! What if hes actually a mini doberman pincher 😃😳 He has very large tall ears and hes aggressive and a great watch dog. When the foster mom delivered him to us when he came through the front door to meet us, I was shocked! I was expecting to see a tiny little cheech lolol and he looked more like a big donkey! 😂😂😂 He could win a part on the movie Shrek!
i have 3
Chihuahua originally is from mexico
SMALL BUT MIGHTY BRO...GO CHIAWAWA
Isn't it true that long-haired chi's are a mix of another breed with long hair, like a pom, yorkie etc.?
Ceejays Favs no - long haired chihuahua are 100% chihuahua.
I am not an expert so I will stand corrected, but that is what I read about them. I also read that an original, pure chi is about 15 to 20 lbs but the size has been bred out of them.
I see so much pomeranian in my long-haired guy. He has two layers of fur. The undercoat is bluish tan and overcoat is chocolate and tan. He has very thick, long, light-colored fur on his front and back legs, very much the same texture and appearance of a pomeranian's.
On another note, for those that don't like them, I have to say I have yet to meet a dog with as good a temperment as my guy. He seldom barks and is quite humble with people. He doesn't need to talk, he wears his feelings and needs in his eyes and on his little face, and the extra bonus is, I don't have to take a shovel with me when he goes out of his 'walk'.
Ceejays Favs I have a deerhead chihuahua that's about 15lbs. I searched online and found out that the pre Aztec, Toltec dogs "Techchi" were about 10 or more lbs. The deerhead type of chis are are what they used to look like.
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no Chihuahuas came in long and short hair in Mexico too, and also different colors.
I don't 'baby' my chihuahuas so they're quite well-behaved. One of them just barks a lot, usually at cats and bigger dogs, and overestimates its bone strength by jumping, zooming, standing on hind legs a lot. My parents let that one get away with yapping at people--basically almost spoiled, so it's the least calm one.
My chis ave very bad...all six of them...rescues..along with shepherds and pits. They are spoiled and no I dont treat them like dogs...sorry they are my children....and they love pizza and bagels. Most of my dogs..the larger ones hit the 20 yr old mark..when he said they should reach 10..wtf...they are still pups. My 16 yr old lab/pit runs like the wind...and it sucks to get the truck and catch her when she jumps out the window.
K.A. GORDON Then you don’t deserve to have them
Why do they shake so much??
Tony J. Aviles Chihuahuas shake and shiver is simply because they are cold. With an average weight of just 2-4 pounds, Chihuahuas are one of the smallest dog breeds and the world; therefore, they are more susceptible to the effects of cold weather, or they can be excited and they shake then too.
Sometimes cold, frightened, nervous.
Tony J. Aviles They shake if in a nervous situation or if it’s cold they need a little coat for going walks.
Chihuahua's from CHICAGO.✊🏼
Sensible points are made here: a well-balanced video.. Sad about the teeth!
they are bossy greedy and way to bright 🤣🤣👍⭐️
I got fourteen Chihuahuas and love all of them
Good luck with that, I have 5 at that's enough for me lol.
Half an hour a day? Dude, thos little guys can walk for MILES. They need much more exercise than half an hour a day. Mine gets walk roughly 2 hours a day and she STILL has a ton of energy left over.
Chihuahua's want to be the only dog in the house. Then they will relax.
I'm not sure I'm buying the notion that Chihuahuas came from China. There are some that say Chihuahuas originated, not from Mexico, but from China, but I don't agree. The only thing that ties them back to China is that researchers have very recently traced some American breeds using DNA analysis to an ancient Asian dog breed. However, DNA research is very new and I doubt if all dog breeds have been screened for DNA analysis.
There are depictions of Chihuahuas on Toltec and Aztec pottery. Now .. I do believe that the Chinese visited pre-Columbus America and left its influence. The Chinese civilization goes at least as far back as the ancient civilizations of Mexico, Central America, and South America. The jade artwork in Mexico and South America .. as well as the Asian features of many of the ethnic groups of Mexico and America also lend credence to the very real possibility that the Chinese were here before the Europeans.
Crossing the Atlantic or the Pacific, particularly by accident because of storms, that often took explorers to completely uncharted areas, was not that uncommon. I believe the Polynesians, the Africans, the Chinese, and of course the Vikings, visited North or South America and left their mark.
Science suffers from the same problem as religion, although not as acute, in that it tends to stagnate due to dogmatism. Too many careers at stake if you change a hallowed belief. So if Chihuahuas came from China .. it was a VERY long time ago.
Character: they love to piss wherever the hell they want
My female always use her pee pad or goes outside, super smart. Trained male early on to go outside. On rare occasions he uses pee pad inside, he tries to cover pee by folding pee pad over pee, so strange! But, mostly he goes outside even when it's cold, snowy, for just a few minutes. If the snow is deep we go to a covered outdoor kennel, snow doesn't accumulate there. I go with him always, flashlight used when dark. Also, hawks, owls, coyotes, or foxes in area so have to be careful. I love my Chihuahuas.
Ron Pitts Not if you you take the time and trouble to train them. They are not easy to train as when they are young they don’t like the rain or cold (understandable if you have any empathy at all). As they grow, with PATIENCE and TIME and regular fun walks, they do adjust and learn to cope with inclement weather. It took two years to get mine to go out for the toilet, it got less and less until she now lets me know when she wants to go out. All pups need positive training, short fun periods of your time will get results. There are some people who actually believe that puppies come with knowledge of toilet training and good behaviour. Sad but true. If you can’t cope with that; DON’T GET A DOG.
A half hour of exercise? Are you nuts? My chihuahua would be running around the ceiling if she only had 30 minutes outside time. She can run like a mad maniac for four hours, and has worn out the resident "working dog." Best of all, she sleeps deep when it's time for bed. More exercise also equals less fat, which is a problem for these dogs as they age. They beg for food and treats, we fall for it every time (after all, they ARE adorable), and we wind up with a pudgy dog. Loyal these loyal little guys.
Look at them eyes. Look at them faces. Look a those coote doggs