Chihuahua6 guides
Chihuahua behavior guides
A loud alarm, a big opinion and a devoted heart arrive in one package. The breed rates 5 of 5 for barking and was built to notice everything and announce it, so most behavior problems here are the alarm system stuck on rather than a flaw in the dog. These guides cover barking from your arms and at the window, socializing with kids, dogs and strangers, dogs who yelp or snap when lifted, separation anxiety in a dog devoted to one person, guarding of bowls, laps and favorite people, and fear of thunder, fireworks and visitors. Harsh responses make a small dog sharper, so every plan here runs on distance, treats and tiny steps.
BehaviorHow to Stop a Chihuahua From BarkingMost bark advice rests on two plans: ignore the noise until the dog gives up, or teach one quiet cue and consider the matter closed.
BehaviorSocializing a Chihuahua With Kids, Dogs and StrangersThe usual advice is to expose a small dog to everything, early and often, but for a Chihuahua that advice falls short.
BehaviorChihuahuas That Yelp, Growl or Snap When LiftedA Chihuahua may be easy to scoop up, but size does not make lifting neutral.
BehaviorChihuahua Separation Anxiety: Teaching Alone TimeHow long a Chihuahua puppy can be alone changes by weeks of practice, not by a fixed date.
BehaviorChihuahua Resource Guarding, Jealousy and Guarding Their PersonOrdinary advice says to leave a guarding dog alone, or to snatch the item away and move on. Neither works well for a Chihuahua.
BehaviorHow to Help a Scared or Nervous ChihuahuaGive a scared Chihuahua room to stay well away from whatever frightens them, and pay them with treats for noticing it from there.