Chihuahuas For Dummies (eBook)

Kim Campbell Thornton has been writing about dogs, cats, wildlife and marine life since 1985 and is a recipient of multiple awards for her articles and books. She is content manager for Fear Free Pets, an Elite Fear Free Certified Professional, and is the co-author of Birds For Dummies, 2nd Edition.

Introduction 1

Part 1: Is a Chihuahua Your Canine Compadre? 7

Chapter 1: Sharing Your Digs with a Dog: A Big Decision 9

Chapter 2: What's Behind That Unique Chihuahua Look? 21

Chapter 3: Perusing the Particulars of Chihuahua Charm 35

Part 2: Fitting a Compact Canine into Your Life 49

Chapter 4: Choosing Your Ideal Chihuahua 51

Chapter 5: Welcome Home, Little Amigo 75

Chapter 6: What's on the Chi Menu? 97

Chapter 7: Grooming the Body Beautiful 117

Chapter 8: Chirobics: For Fitness and Fun 133

Part 3: Positive Training for Your Petite Pal 143

Chapter 9: Socializing Your Chihuahua 145

Chapter 10: Establishing Good Behavior and Manners 163

Chapter 11: Being Your Chihuahua's Mentor 183

Chapter 12: Teaching Your Chi Tricks, Canine Sports, and Ringside Skills 201

Part 4: Chihuahua Care and Concerns 229

Chapter 13: Visiting the Vet 231

Chapter 14: Debugging the Dog 253

Chapter 15: Dealing with Sickness, Injury, and Other Considerations 265

Part 5: The Part of Tens 287

Chapter 16: Ten Questions to Ask Chihuahua Breeders 289

Chapter 17: Ten Fascinating Facts About Chihuahuas 295

Chapter 18: Ten (Or So) Famous Chihuahuas 301

Index 307