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mmmm, you sure you are a chi lover??? lol. They are housedogs
and should not be left outside at any temperature, they bark because they have a
whole lot to say (lol) and they are suppose to be on the furniture...how else
are they gonna cuddle with us? Their vet bills shouldn't be all that much more
than any other breed. Yea, they have special health conditions they are prone
to, but every breed is prone to something. We just focus on what a chi is prone
to because we are chi lovers. We don't have to crop their tails or ears or tack
their eyes, or anything like you gotta do with some breeds. I think in the end,
there are not MORE health issues, just DIFFERENT health issues. They not only
require constant attention, they deserve constant attention. Otherwise, why have
them? I think the "shaking" is cute, lol. Generally, they are a bit more
difficult to housebreak than some breeds, but in the end, it is all very much
worth it.
Should this person get a chi.? That is something you have to
decide for yourself. A chi is not for everyone. A chi is for a person who does
have a lot of time to devote (because they do want your attention) is prepared
to keep a pet inside, is prepared to commit long term.....YEARS ...as in 15 to
20 on average. A chi is for someone who does not want a dog to rough and tumble
with. Someone who does not have young children (or at least someone who is
willing and able to be EXTRA careful) and for someone who is willing to research
all about chis first. Rather a chi is right for a person is a persona
decision that only that person can make. It is more than just a "cute little
dog"
I do want to give an example of why you need to research a lot
first.. Every since I was a little kid, I have wanted a St. Bernard. A quy I
knew had two and I fell in love with the breed. For 20 years I swore one day I
would have a SB. Well, last summer, some one gave my son a AKC SB. At first I
was as overjoyed as my son. He loved the idea of a big dog he could wrestle.
THEN......the food bill started getting out of hand. You can feed 20 chis on
what you can feed one SB!!! lol. Then I found the slobber wasn't all it was cut
up to be, lol. A lot of different things quickly showed me that a SB was NOT for
me. After a month, we gave him back. I now have that desire for a SB out of my
system. NOWWWWWW if only I can find someone willing to give me a cow so I can
get that out of my system, lol
Marsha
----- Original Message -----
Sent: Tuesday, August 01, 2006 11:48
AM
Subject: {SPAMFILTER} [Chihuahuas] Re:
Wanting a chihuahua but need some advice
chihuahua are fun little dogs.
And they do like to bark all the time
and are fairly noisey.
chihuahuas have a bad temper and don't like other
dogs and people in
general. they run up vet bills like a champ and usually
take a year+
to house train. You can't leave them out in the yard if its
under 40
and forget about leaving them out at night they bark all night.
You
have to walk them 3 times per week and they require
constant
attention. If you going to get a new chihuahu get a big sturdy
one
not a tea cup. Since they are very hard headed be ready to put
up
with lots of crap for the first year. they do settle down after
2
years but still bark at everything and shake. Also they will be
on
your furniture, they don't stay on the floor. so be
ready.
rocko
--- In [EMAIL PROTECTED]ups.com,
"lindatn" <lindatn37932@...> wrote:
>
> Well, I have 8
of them. They are the love of our lives.
> Each and everyone has it's
own personality.
> Mine do not bark, unless some one strange comes into
the yard.....
> And then within 3 minutes they are all wanting to be
petted and loved.
> I have had NO health issues with any of my
Chihuahua's..
> I have an acre and it is all fenced and gated, so
mine are inside
outside
> dogs.
> They love the sun and
heat.
> The babies do well, with an electric blanket turned down to low,
with a
> towel over the pad.
> I just got a new one last week, 8
weeks old, and she uses the puddle pad
> every time....just lucky on
that one.
> They are affectionate, loving, and will give you more joy
than you
can even
> imagine.
> Chihuahua's can have a bad
wrap.
> I would like to see the mother and father before buying one.to
see it's
> temperament
> I have sold many puppies, and everyone
who has bought one of mine,
always
> calls back and wants another,
because they are so precious.........
> You wont be sorry, but will
be delighted, and wonder what you ever did
> before this wonderful
Chihuahua came into your life.
> Do not buy from a pet
store.................
>
> I read cookbooks before bed,
like they are novels.
>
> Linda in Tennessee
> My web
sites:
> Recipes_from_our_homes@...
> Extra_special_food_sites@yahoogroups.com
>
write me and ask for an invite
>
> My personal site
> http://lindatn37932.tripod.com/
>
>
> Lindatn37932@...
> -------Original
Message-------
>
> From: Debbie Jean Patterson
> Date:
08/01/06 08:50:45
> To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]ups.com
>
Subject: Re: [Chihuahuas] Wanting a chihuahua but need some advice
>
> I was afraid of the rumors as well, but like you I love animals,
and
really
> wanted a chi more than anything in the world. I finally
got my
girl, Gordie
> about 2 weeks ago, and she is great. Yes,
sometimes they have health
> issues, but if you choose right, you should
have a lot of fun with a
new pup
> I got Gordie at 8 months old, and
she is just the love of my life.
>
> Hugs
> Deb
>
----- Original Message -----
> From: cupcake10304
> To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]ups.com
> Sent: Tuesday, August 01, 2006 12:44 AM
> Subject: [Chihuahuas]
Wanting a chihuahua but need some advice
>
>
> hey guys im
25 and single and I want to get a chihuahua but everyone
> seems to be
telling me that I shouldnt. They also say getting a puppy
> is bad
because they might not eat and can get really sick....Do you
> think
this is something I shouldnt consider or what? I really really
> want a
chihuahua more than anything in the world but I am afraid of
> all the
rumors I have heard....
>
>
>
>
>
> "
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