The Chihuahua is not only a cute small pet dog, but also has the hunting and defense instincts of a large dog, and has a temperament similar to that of a terrier dog. They are petite and do not have high requirements for living space. Basically, the space of a normal residence is enough for them to play. There are many people who are attracted to this kind of dog. So, how to choose a Chihuahua? What are the skills that must be mastered to choose a Chihuahua? Let’s learn about it with the editor.

Observe whether the Chihuahua likes to be close to people and get along with others. Do not choose a Chihuahua who is nervous, timid, or emotionally unstable.

Pay attention to the Chihuahua's bones, such as whether the skull is deformed, whether the spine is bent, whether there are cracks in the jaw, and whether the hip and knee joints are dislocated, etc. It is best to touch the skull, maxilla, and mandible with your hands, and then touch the vertebrae and limb bones back along the cervical vertebrae. Then let the Chihuahua exercise to see if its steps, running and jumping are graceful or lame. It is best to throw a paper ball or toy a little far in front of the Chihuahua when it is focused, to guide it to run or pounce forward, and see if its reaction is agile and its movement is flexible, and then you can determine whether the bones of the limbs are Is there a problem. Chihuahuas with bone problems are often caused by inbreeding and genetics and should not be kept. These problems need to be observed by yourself and cannot be explained on the pedigree certificate.

After choosing a Chihuahua, ask about the feeding situation. If you want to change the food, you must reduce the amount of food fed. After the Chihuahua adapts, you can resume increasing the amount of food. If vaccination has not been carried out, wait until the Chihuahua is well adjusted before going. This way you will have a healthy loving Chihuahua. Pay Attention to Puppy’s Genetic Diseases When purchasing a puppy, be sure to observe whether there are infectious diseases in the genetics of the young Chihuahua. Otherwise, the young Chihuahua bought at a high price will be very harmful to the family. Missing teeth take spotted Chihuahuas as an example. Many spotted Chihuahuas have missing teeth, which is the result of inbreeding. Biting Some young Chihuahuas have extremely unstable temperaments and emotions. If the previous generation of Chihuahuas has bitten people, the next generation of Chihuahuas will also be prone to this phenomenon. "Inverted eyelashes" Inverted eyelashes will hurt the eyes of young Chihuahuas, which will become more serious after one year old. In severe cases, the eyeballs will develop a white film and degenerate. Generally, Shar-Pei and Chow Chow are more common.

Chihuahuas may be the most suitable companion animals for humans. Their average age is 11 to 15 years, and can even reach more than 20 years. They can live with us for such a long time, so when choosing, you must consider whether to choose a large Chihuahua or a small one. Chihuahua, long hair or short hair, male or female. Pets should be kept from an early age. It is best to choose a Chihuahua from 2 months to 6 months old, which is easy to train and cultivate affection. If there is someone to take care of the family, you can choose a long-haired Chihuahua. They need to be groomed and trimmed frequently, especially when changing. During the coat season, you must take good care of them especially so that they can become a lovable and attractive pet dog. You also need to consider whether to choose a male or female dog.The problem is, male dogs are usually bigger and more lively than female dogs, while female dogs are more affectionate, homesick, and especially like children.

Usually we choose pets from the breeding farms of pet companies, pet stores or from friends. Chihuahuas from the formal department can provide a pedigree certificate, which contains: Chihuahua breed name, Chihuahua name, date of birth, gender, coat color, breeder, and vaccination time. In this way, you can know the general information about the origin of the young Chihuahua and whether it has been vaccinated. When we choose a Chihuahua, we must observe carefully and don’t act too hastily. When observing, pay attention to:

The ears and eyes are very important and should be carefully checked for any problems. The ears should be flexible, the ear canals should be clean, and there should be no odor. If the inside of the ears is pink, it is considered healthy. There should be no dander on the tips of the ears to prevent parasites. Frequent tilting of the head and ears may indicate something is wrong in the ears. The skin should be soft and elastic, not hard or thick. Pay attention to whether there are parasites such as lice, scabies mites or other skin diseases on the skin. Chihuahuas with skin diseases or parasites must be unable to bear it in a short period of time and scratch the diseased areas with their claws, not just once, but many times in a row. You need to see clearly where it scratches to see if there are any red spots. A closer inspection will reveal skin problems.

Special attention should be paid to the lower part of the Chihuahua's tail. If there is a "yellow mark", it is a sign of recent diarrhea or dysentery, and it is not advisable to buy it. Also check to see if the anus is red, swollen or ulcerated.

Check the Chihuahua’s foot pads. Soft and not cracked is a healthy Chihuahua.

If it is a healthy Chihuahua, it can accompany its owner for up to twenty years, so how much it costs to choose a healthy Chihuahua is very important. In fact, whether you are choosing a Chihuahua or another breed of dog, most of the time you have to carefully observe the dog’s eyes, ears, skin and other parts, and ask the other party to provide a pedigree certificate to confirm the dog’s own information. But for a more delicate small dog like a Chihuahua, you have to be more serious.