Besides you, no one is more important to your little Chi’s health than his veterinarian. That’s why choosing his vet, is probably the most important decision you will ever make for your little amigo. Here we’re going to talk about different ways to track down those veterinarians, who will fit the most to your Chihuahua’s needs.
How do you know when you need to bring your Chihuahua to the vet? One way is to do a quick at-home physical exam of your pet’s health. Start by checking out the top five visuals: energy, coat and skin quality, nail strength, eye brightness, and nose luster.
Beyond weight and diet, if your Chihuahua is sedentary, elderly, or has developed back or joint problems or any condition, such as hip dysplasia, get him checked before you embark on a fitness program. Most dogs can increase their activity levels without any problem, but particular activities sometimes need to be approached with caution or […]
There’s a few things to look for when it comes to signs of a healthy Chihuahua. The following describes four signs you can monitor: Gum Color: The simplest yet most overlooked checkpoint is your dog\’92s gum color. Looking at the gums is so simple, yet virtually no one does it – except your veterinarian, who […]
Toy dogs like Chihuahuas have special needs, and also specific problems. Therefore you need to choose a vet who likes and understands Toy dogs. You may have some excellent choices right in your town, or you may have to drive 50 miles to visit the veterinarian most of the Chihuahua owners in your community […]
Don’t wait! Ideally, the all-important, first vet visit should happen as soon as your Chihuahua gets home. That’s because the normal, safe age most puppies get adopted away from mom is between the 6th-and 8th-week birthday- and this is exactly the stage at which they most need vaccines, special diets and parasite-control to protect […]
It’s very important to keep up with different dog vaccinations for your Chi, if your breeder hasn’t took care of that already. If it has been awhile since you had a new puppy, you may think all vaccination programs are similar. They used to be, but they aren’t anymore. Today, dog vaccines are divided […]
Spaying and neutering is one of the valuable decisions a dog owner can make. With this single choice you are increasing your Chihuahua’s potential life span, as well as helping to control the ever-growing pet population. With the number of unwanted animals entering US shelters each year totaling upwards of six to eight million, this […]
There’s a few complementary dog medicine, what you can use to help your Chihuahua to stay healthy. Years ago, treatments such as veterinary acupuncture and chiropractic were unheard of among pet owners, but these complementary therapies are now being offered and used regularly throughout the veterinary world. Once labeled alternative medicine, holistic approaches are […]
Knowing how to offer first aid for dogs, can be crucial when it comes to different medical emergencies. If your Chihuahua is involved in an accident, the most important thing for you to do is remain calm. Not only can rash actions spurred by anxiety make your dog’s situation even worse, but also, animals possess […]
Generally, dog health insurance protects you from large unexpected veterinary bills. The age-old saying “An apple a day keeps the doctor away” is a reminder that no one likes going to the doctor, and that includes our dogs going to the veterinarian. However, there will come a time when we need to take our four-legged […]
